BestColleges

JULY 18, 2024

The math, reading, and English core test will be reduced from three hours to two hours to curb test-taking fatigue. The new ACT will roll out online in spring 2025 and in school in spring 2026. At the same time, many colleges and universities moved away from standardized tests due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Admissions.Blog

JULY 20, 2023

As you prepare to graduate from high school, or even as late as your time as an undergraduate or in the weeks, months, or years after you’ve earned your undergraduate degree, you may find yourself wondering about your next steps. Nursing, as a career, is in high demand across the US, and particularly in Pennsylvania.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 14, 2024

A Yale University admissions officer, Richard Moll, coined the phrase in 1985 to refer to state universities that offer exceptional educations at a fraction of the Ivy league price for in-state students. and an overall out-of-state acceptance rate of 13%.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This application season, we’re watching to see how a few things will play out: the reintroduction of the SAT/ACT requirement at several top schools, the drop in enrollments of Black and Latino students, the California ban on legacy admissions , and the predicted “enrollment cliff.”

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BestColleges

MARCH 20, 2024

Note Reference [1] Check Scoring 870 puts you at the bottom 25% of test-takers. Note Reference [2] Check Researchers found that SAT scores were strong predictors of academic success in college — even more so than high school GPAs. Plus, find advice from a test prep expert on strategies to improve your score.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

You’re not alone— around 40 to 60% of high school students experience test anxiety, a type of stress that makes it tough to focus and perform well during exams. As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 9, 2023

As you may know, the SAT is in the process of transitioning to a new version of the test. The process has already begun internationally, and in Spring 2024, high school students in the United States will only have the option to take the new digital SAT. Is the new digital SAT bad? What are the major changes to the SAT?

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

Ivy League Universities Brown University Admitted 898 students Early Decision out of 6,244 applicants for a 14% admission rate. Brown stated it is focusing on outreach to rural, low income, and first generation students as part of the admissions process. Emory Admitted 865 students out of 2,704 applicants, for a 37% admit rate.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

College/University Terms: Accelerated Degree Programs: An accelerated degree program reduces the amount of time it takes to obtain an undergraduate degree by at least one year. Most accelerated degree programs allow a student to obtain a bachelor’s degree in three years or less. Colleges typically do not have graduate students.

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Koodoos Learning

OCTOBER 9, 2022

that are now test-optional, according to the National Center for Fair and Open Testing.” There are a number of reasons a college goes test-optional - from closing the achievement gap to implementing a more holistic admissions approach. Find out more about what this means for your college search below.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This morning, Dartmouth College announced that they are reactivating the standardized testing requirement for undergraduate admission, effective with the Class of 2029. Test scores are more reliable than high school grades, partly because of grade inflation in recent years.”

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BestColleges

MAY 17, 2024

Augusta University, Georgia State University, Georgia Southern University, and Kennesaw State University will reinstate SAT and ACT requirements starting in the fall of 2026. The University System of Georgia Board of Regents voted May 14 to reinstate standardized testing at the four schools, according to The Associated Press.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

They hail from 47 states, as well as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and 44 countries. Among those whose schools provide class rankings, an astounding 444 students are currently ranked first or second in their respective classes. The Class of 2027 also demonstrates exceptional aptitude in standardized tests.

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

UCSB is part of the 10-campus University of California system and is widely recognized as one of the top public universities in the United States. The UCSB Gauchos have a strong fan base and school spirit, making athletic events a fun and exciting part of campus life.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

With thousands of colleges in the United States, how could anyone hope to find the perfect fit? The college admissions process is one of the biggest sources of stress for high school students and their families. When should students start visiting schools? What’s the difference between a reach school and a safety school?

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Ivy Central

MARCH 31, 2023

This might be the feeling of the 100 of the world’s most accomplished high school students who are admitted to the Research Science Institute (RSI). There are about 3,000 applicants to the program each year and of the 100 selected, around one-third are from abroad, and two-thirds are from the United States.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2024

If you’re hoping to attend college in the United States, you are most likely going to submit the majority of your applications through the Common Application Form. If you’re hoping to attend college in the United States, you are most likely going to submit the majority of your applications through the Common Application Form.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

Students can send their test scores by simply requesting an official test score to be sent to any of the 12 Florida sate universities, state colleges or public high schools. Students have until August 31 post graduation to meet the testing requirements, which means completing testing by June 30.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 5, 2024

The University of Texas at Austin , a renowned institution known for its academic rigor and strong campus spirit, sets high standards for its incoming students. The average composite UT Austin SAT score stands at 1370 , out of a possible 1600. This comes after four years of test-optional admissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 26, 2023

Brandeis University is a prestigious private research university located in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States. The campus features modern and architecturally striking buildings, lush green spaces, and state-of-the-art facilities. Established in 1948, it was named after Louis D. Brandeis, the first Jewish Justice of the U.S.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For some students, that means regular-round applications for schools like Wake Forest and Emory , which require all students interested in merit scholarships to submit their applications by November 15 th. Last year, UC schools received over 250,000 applications for Fall 2024 admission and accepted 167,000 of those students.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 13, 2023

How to Prep for College During Your Summer Break Are you a high school junior, sophomore, or even freshman trying to decide how best to spend your last few summers prepping before college ? High school summers are difficult because there are so many competing priorities - so many “right” ways to spend your time.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 5, 2024

The University of Texas at Austin is known for its rigorous academic standards and vibrant school spirit. Like many universities across the nation, standardized testing plays a significant role in the UT Austin college application process. These figures illustrate the high academic standards upheld by UT Austin.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

Recently, selective colleges have moved toward preferring “pointy” students to “well-rounded” ones, meaning that they would like to admit students who, in addition to having strong statistics like GPA and standardized test scores, have begun to pursue their academic passions in substantive ways.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

Recently, selective colleges have moved toward preferring “pointy” students to “well-rounded” ones, meaning that they would like to admit students who, in addition to having strong statistics like GPA and standardized test scores, have begun to pursue their academic passions in substantive ways.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

With its overall admission rate still hovering near 3%, Harvard University is one of the most selective universities in the United State and in the world. At Spark, we find that students who meet these recommended standards have a much higher success rate of admission to top-ranked schools.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The New York State Education Department reports that 45% of high school seniors in 2022 graduated with honors. Many well-qualified college applicants can make getting accepted to a top New York college difficult for in-state and out-of-state prospective students.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 19, 2024

Florida State University (FSU) is committed to academic excellence and a holistic admissions process. Be sure to check out our other post that discusses FSU’s ACT stats and requirements! What is the average SAT score at Florida State University? The average composite SAT score at FSU is 1290 out of 1600.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 19, 2024

Florida State University (FSU) is committed to academic excellence and a holistic admissions process. Be sure to check out our other post that discusses FSU’s SAT stats and requirements! What is the average ACT score at Florida State University? What is the average ACT English score at Florida State University?

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BestColleges

MARCH 13, 2024

The university went test-optional in 2020 because of the pandemic. Students guaranteed admission through the state's top 10% plan will still be required to submit scores. Test scores will help the university sort applicants according to major preferences. Those who opted in had a median score of 1420 on the SAT.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Fifty-six percent of eligible students who didn't use the award in 2022 said they didn't want to attend college in the state, and 44% said they already decided on a different school outside of the state when they found out they were eligible for the merit-based scholarship.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

The Sir Christopher Wren Building at William & Mary is the oldest college building still standing in the United States. Student Cohort Size William & Mary has a diverse student body of around 8,600 undergraduate and graduate students, who come from all 50 states and over 70 countries. The 4-year graduation rate is 87%.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Military Academy (West Point) Located in West Point, New York, the United States Military Academy—commonly known as West Point —is one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the country. Hoping to attend one of the five US military service academies for your undergraduate education? What is attending a Service Academies like?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 29, 2024

Michigan State University (MSU), a strong public university known for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic admissions approach, sets specific expectations regarding SAT scores. In this article, we will dive into Michigan State University’s SAT scores and requirements. Michigan State University is test-optional.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 29, 2024

Michigan State University (MSU), a strong public university known for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic admissions approach, sets specific expectations regarding ACT scores. In this article, we will dive into Michigan State University’s ACT scores and requirements. Michigan State University is test-optional.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For UGA Admissions, early October brings out a wide range of questions about the UGA Early Action process, so here is an FAQ on the most prevalent questions out there at this time. When do my test scores need to be in for Early Action? Should I apply Early Action or Regular Decision? I don’t know. I really don’t.

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Test scores and test-optional admissions, which have been in the spotlight for several years now, are getting renewed attention as of late. Many colleges have still not decided if they will become permanently test-optional for admissions. I want to thank my colleague Meg Joyce for co-writing this blog post with me.

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