The College Curators

JULY 30, 2024

As we move further away from the height of the pandemic, the admissions landscape is changing and many schools are reevaluating their testing policies. Harvard follows other Ivy League schools.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Whether through consistent publication of admissions data or enhanced communication about evolving policies, transparency should remain a guiding principle. In a time of shifting policies and heightened scrutiny, we remain steadfast in our belief: the admissions process can be transparent, equitable, and—yes—less anxiety-inducing.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 21, 2025

The University of Miami has announced a significant policy update for prospective students. This marks a shift from the test-optional policy adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. This marks a shift from the test-optional policy adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies: Admissions Microsite The Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies has built a global brand on policy. The landing pages and ads we created help students visualize their aspirations and take the next steps to become future policy leaders.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The Chronicle of Higher Education recently highlighted the universitys automatic-admit policy, viewed as an affirmative action alternative but also a major factor in UT Austins increasing selectivity. SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 13, 2023

Many Universities & Colleges across the US are continuing with their test-optional policy in 2023-24, with only a handful confirming that they will resume testing policies for 2023-24. Recently, Columbia University was the first Ivy League to no longer require SAT/ACT testing as of 2023-24 and will be test-optional permanently.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

In this blog, we’ll break down what it means for a college to be “test-optional,” how these policies impact admissions, and introduce you to some of the best test optional colleges in the U.S. That’s right—so many schools are embracing test-optional policies, giving students like you more opportunities to find the right fit.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Test-Optional Policies Colleges with test-optional policies allow students to decide whether to submit SAT or ACT scores as part of their application. Test-optional policies reduce barriers for students who may not perform well on standardized tests or lack access to test prep resources.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In college and beyond, I want to expand my research and continue to work with other passionate individuals to promote policies that strengthen mental health and encourage equity. My findings furthered current research that social media negatively influences mental health. Francis House. 396) Want advice on dozens of other supplemental essays?

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

These were the first applicants to apply under Yales new test-flexible policy which requires at least one ACT, SAT, AP, or IB set of test scores. The Class of 2029 saw a 14% decrease in early applications, likely due to the implementation of the new testing policy. SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

By ensuring that parents are well-informed about upcoming events, school policies, and student progress, administrators can build stronger connections between the school and the families they serve. Parents are eager to be involved in their child’s education.

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Grown & Flown

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Housing Policies : Is freshman housing required? Is it welcoming for students with different views? Socioeconomic Diversity : Is there a mix of financial backgrounds? Dorms & Dining : What are the first-year housing options, and how well-rated is the food? How easy is it to secure off-campus housing later on?

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Test Blind : A college admissions policy where standardized test scores (like the SAT or ACT) are not considered at all, even if a student submits them. Test Optiona l: A policy adopted by some colleges where submitting SAT or ACT scores is not mandatory. Colleges can have more than one supplemental essay or none at all.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 24, 2025

Research areas include longevity, dementia care, and elder policy. The campus offers Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Master of Public Policy (MPP) programs by the USC Price School of Public Policy. Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. Research emphasizes trauma care, homelessness, and social justice.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Institutions today must navigate shifting policies, demographic changes, public sentiment, natural disasters, economic pressures, compliance mandates, safety concerns, talent turnover, operational efficiency demands, and increasing pressure for measurable results.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2025

According to their admissions policy , Duke will consider the highest scores on each section, regardless of the test date, and will create a new composite score by averaging those scores. This policy can be a game-changer, but only if you can use it to your advantage. The good news is, yes, they do! What Is an SAT Superscore?

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 8, 2025

Changes to standardized testing requirements Some colleges that have maintained test-optional policies include Princeton, the University of Maryland, and Texas A&M. According to their admissions office , Yales test-flexible policy is designed to empower applicants to put their best foot forward.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Transfer students may still take advantage of a test-optional policy. Applicants to the Class of 2029 will need to submit an SAT or ACT score although there are some exceptions for those unable to take these exams. SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In a major policy change, the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) has announced that it will reinstate its standardized testing requirement for the 2025-2026 admissions cycle. Meanwhile, Carleton College has chosen to permanently adopt a test-optional policy following a five-year pilot program.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 24, 2025

This surge is likely on account of a brand new need-blind review policy for international students. Meanwhile, the percentage of Browns first-year class filled by early admits continues to rise predicted to be 53.29% this year. of ED applicants this year were deferred to the regular decision pool compared to 16.8% Try Application Boot Camp.

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Spark Admissions

MAY 10, 2023

Although the term comes up most often these days in the context of college admissions in the United States, affirmative action has been around since the 1960s and has affected a wide range of laws and policies. Most importantly, like many cases that would follow, it upheld the general policy of affirmative action while eroding the specifics.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

However, this policy will change for Fall 2026 admissions, when standardized test scores will once again be required. Understanding Cornells shifting test policies is crucial for applicants. Cornell Standardized Testing Policy Cornell SAT Requirements Cornell ACT Requirements Should You Submit Your Test Scores?

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 15, 2022

RNL’s 2023 graduate and online research agenda will include an analysis of the policy and practice adjustments that are most likely make graduate or online students select your institution rather than the others they are considering (75+ percent of these students consider at least two institutions).

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Grown & Flown

JANUARY 26, 2025

See more about our Privacy and Affiliate policies here. We are a reader-supported site and receive compensation from purchases made through these links. If your teen is away at school, being sick without anyone there to care for them can be scary and overwhelming.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Brooks School of Public Policy Why are you drawn to studying public policy? Consider interdisciplinary connections between different fieldssuch as history and economics to study the impact of social policies. Brooks School of Public Policy) Prompt: Why are you drawn to studying public policy?

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Berkeley² Academy

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Today, we’re breaking down recent news surrounding UT Austin’s auto-admission policy and UT tuition coverage, including how these shifts may impact you! This change is already reflected on their website. Last year, UT Austin was ranked #30 in the top US national universities and #7 in the top US public universities.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 18, 2025

Varying credit policies. Colleges have different policies on AP credit, so you might not always earn college credit or advanced placement for your high scores Cost of AP exams. Yes, you can earn college credit for both IB and AP, depending on your scores and the colleges policies. AP exams typically cost $95 each in the U.S.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Renewed Interest in Test Scores For the first time since 2021, more applicants submitted test scores than did not, despite widespread test-optional policies. This trend signals a growing perception of the value of standardized testing, as students aim to bolster their applications.

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Solomon Admissions

MARCH 17, 2025

offer four different types of college application deadlines, each with different dates and policies: Regular Decision (RD), Early Action (EA), Early Decision (ED), and Rolling Admissions (RA). Most of the 4,000 colleges in the U.S.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 15, 2023

These colleges include the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, the McCormick School of Engineering & Applied Science, the School of Communication, the School of Education & Social Policy, the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications, the Bienen School of Music, and the School of Professional Studies.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 30, 2025

How to Defer Your Admission If you’re thinking about applying and delaying your start date, it’s helpful to know how to apply to college after a gap year and fully understand each schools deferral policy. Be sure to contact admissions offices to ask about their gap year policies and options. Understand deferral policies.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 7, 2025

COMPARING USCS ED TO OTHER UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS PROGRAMS USC Marshalls new policy mirrors trends seen at other top undergraduate business schools that offer binding ED options, such as the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Grown & Flown

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

See more about our Privacy and Affiliate policies here. We are a reader-supported site and receive compensation from purchases made through these links. With Easter fast approaching, the time to prep Easter baskets will soon be here.

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DC College Counseling

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

It will enable the school to institute a brand new need-blind admissions process, as well as a no-loan financial aid policy. This Town & Country article explores the challenges that can occur when long-time wealthy donors begin to disagree with institutional policies.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 7, 2024

Most recently, Harvard & Cornell announced changes to their testing policy, requiring students to submit either an SAT or ACT score in future application cycles. Stanford will reintroduce standardized testing requirements for undergraduate admissions starting in fall 2025 for admission to the Class of 2030.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

We must address ethical concerns, implications, and practices of AI development, deployment, and workplace policies that may impact our constituents in a variety of business aspects. Provide documentation, training data, and root cause analysis (RCA) when there is a problem, and clearly communicate overall AI governance policies.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 24, 2025

Admissions policies Some colleges have Early Action (EA) or Early Decision (ED) policies that restrict how many schools you can apply to in the early round. For example, Restrictive Early Action (REA) and binding Early Decision policies may limit your options, preventing you from applying elsewhere until decisions come out.

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