Princeton College Consulting

MARCH 9, 2020

How do you describe your activities in a way that stands out? Here’s how to fill out the Common App Activities section for maximum impact. In fact, it’s better to focus on a smaller number of significant extracurriculars than have ten in which you participated but didn’t put forth much effort. What should you include?

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Educated Quest

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Fields and Herndon-Brown acknowledge that the admissions process favors families that focus on advanced courses, high scores on standardized tests and distinctive extracurricular activities. Fields and Herndon Brown listed several PWIs in and near the nation’s capital that would be worth checking out. I agree to some point.

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The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 21, 2024

Makes sense that due to W&L’s history and location, it’s churned out countless senators, governors, politicians, and even a Supreme Court justice. So stand out from the crowd and use that big brain of yours and show them you know your stuff. It’s one of the oldest colleges in the US. Those aren’t slouch numbers!

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 21, 2023

Not only do you need to have some top-tier PRs, but you also need top-tier grades, scores, and extracurriculars to get into Colgate. Extracurriculars And not just your sports teams! That looks like taking internships, starting clubs, volunteer work, writing for a magazine, etc. Keep reading, because we’ll unpack this.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 13, 2023

Yes, NESCAC is very competitive among the D3, but NESCAC themselves want you to know that it’s student -athlete, not athlete-student: “All NESCAC member colleges enroll students who will enhance and enjoy the intellectual, social, and extracurricular communities our campuses provide. So what does this tell us? Remember, these are median.

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DC College Counseling

JULY 22, 2024

FAIRFAX COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD PASSES UNPOPULAR POLICY 8130 Major news coming out of Fairfax County — the School Board has approved a new measure that many parents are up in arms about. Starting in the spring of 2025, the ACT is getting a makeover of sorts. Test-takers can expect a shorter test, trimmed down from three hours to two.

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Between balancing classes, homework, extracurriculars, and other commitments, most students struggle to find time during the school year for additional opportunities. Volunteering Another great use of your Spring Break is seeking service experiences that you’re passionate about that will help you stand out from other applicants!

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The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 7, 2024

That means you need to do everything you can to write amazing supplements to help you stand out among the crowd. It’s also important to have a Common App that stands out, too. Prompt 1: There are just under 4,000 4-year colleges and universities in the United States. For the sake of this essay, you will want to declare a major.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 25, 2023

Since it's a complex question, we wanted to break down the ins and outs of Stanford legacy admissions and what your legacy needs to get in. Back in 2013, Stanford Magazine said: “The percentage of alumni children admitted to Stanford is roughly three times the overall percentage of acceptance: somewhere in the mid to high teens.

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Let’s talk about how you can prepare and make your application stand out. Get Really Good Grades CMC says they don’t have a required GPA, but state that you need at least a 3.3 Develop Your Niche You need more than just the right classes to prove that you want to major in your stated major to get into CMC, you need depth!

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2023

SAT stands for “Scholastic Assessment Test,” a standardized test used in the United States as a college admissions tool. The SAT is recognized by virtually every college and university in the United States. The SAT is recognized by virtually every college and university in the United States. What is the SAT?

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 6, 2023

What they want to find out is which applicants are the best candidates for a very limited number of spots. What they want to find out is which applicants are the best candidates for a very limited number of spots. It’s every institution’s way of saying, Let’s cut to the chase. It’s obvious, right? TLDR: no one likes a clout chaser.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 24, 2024

Applying to college in the United States is an objectively hectic situation. There are so many different colleges (literally, thousands), and they each come with their own lists of requirements, expectations, likes, and dislikes. Then add on the testing requirements or suggestions, and it’s all really a big mess.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Maybe if you have an outstanding academic record, near-perfect test scores, and a resume that's beaming with extracurricular achievements. These students also have extensive extracurricular activities, such as meaningful volunteer work or leadership positions in clubs and organizations that demonstrate dedication to going above and beyond.

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Princeton College Consulting

APRIL 21, 2020

Not to be out done, ACT will launch an online, at-home exam for U.S. It’s not yet clear whether or when remote proctoring for at-home testing will be available for international students or students who normally test through state and school district testing dates. students by late fall or early winter 2020. Your Approach.

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BestColleges

JUNE 8, 2023

nine of which are in the Lone Star State. Read below to learn about the top HBCUs in Texas and what makes them stand out. PVAMU students recently won first place in the American Institute of Architect's Sandcastle Competition in Houston, beating out teams from Rice University and the University of Houston. from our partners.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

APRIL 21, 2023

You, the college applicant, have worked hard through high school, earning great grades, expanding your worldview through extracurricular activities , and contributing to your community… and now, it can seem pretty unjust to throw yourself at the mercy of an application system that seems arbitrary, blind to your personality, or even uncaring.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 25, 2023

The Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee is the ultimate platform where students from all over the US battle it out with their spelling skills for the coveted championship trophy. Scripps Company, a media conglomerate based in the United States, with the goal of promoting education and literacy. It was established in 1925 by the E.W.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

In this blog, well discuss UC Berkeleys essay prompts and give tips on how you can write supplemental essays that will stand out. In this blog, well discuss UC Berkeleys essay prompts and give tips on how you can write supplemental essays that will stand out. Each essay is 350 words long, and you can choose from eight prompts.

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College Essay Guy

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Understanding your audience Write strategically Options for writing about research + How to stand out in your college application Activities List (150 characters per description) Additional Info (up to 650 words) Supplemental Essays (approx. So, we built this guide. How do you describe research to colleges?

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DC College Counseling

MARCH 26, 2024

It’s hard to keep all the different spring breaks straight - I know most independent schools are back at school already, the public schools are out, and the Catholic schools are still in session for a few more days! The UC system, Pomona, and the Cal State system, on the other hand, do not give any preference to legacy and donor applicants.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MAY 8, 2023

UCSD Medical School is one of the younger medical schools in California , but it has churned out impressive results in its half-century of existence. GHAC students are required to complete a research experience outside the United States as well as a clinical rotation. A number of our students get into UCSD Medical School each year.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 6, 2025

Student life Tend to have larger, more diverse student bodies with a wider range of extracurricular and social opportunities, including high-profile athletics. Student life Tend to have larger, more diverse student bodies with a wider range of extracurricular and social opportunities, including high-profile athletics.

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