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21 Famous People You Didn’t Know Were Yale Alumni

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Yale University home of gothic architecture, secret societies , and, apparently, a conveyor belt for global icons. From politicians whove ruled nations to actors whove ruled red carpets, Yales famous alumni list reads like the guest list for the most exclusive dinner party youll never get invited to. But what makes Yale such a magnet for greatness?

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How to Stand out to Colleges: Insider Tips from Admissions Experts

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<p dir="ltr"><strong>Standing out to colleges means showing who you are, beyond grades and test scores.</strong> So, what does it actually take to stand out in a college application? </p> <h3 dir="ltr">1. .</h3>

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Why is UT-Austin so competitive?

Tex Admissions

They will say, Back in my day, as long as you didnt flunk out of school and had a decent SAT, you could gain admission. Changes in the automatic admissions state law In 2009, UT-Austin confronted an issue where almost all of their spaces for Texas residents were occupied by those guaranteed admission by ranking in the top 10% of their class.

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How to Effectively Advertise to College and University Students: Trends and Insights

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

Gen Zs , typically identified as those born between 1997 and 2012, are the first true digital natives. If students dont see your message reflected in the voices and platforms they already trust, youre missing out. It requires cultural fluency, authenticity, and a deep understanding of how this generation engages with the world.

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MIT Legacy Policies and Guide

The Koppelman Group

Way back in 2012, the admissions office clearly laid out their position on legacy. But one of the things that makes MIT special is the fact that it is meritocratic to its cultural coreThere is only one way into (and out of) MIT, and thats the hard way. The overall acceptance rate for the Class of 2028 was a mere 4.5%.

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The 10 Best Master’s Degree for Gen Z Students

AdmissionSight

If you were born between 1997 and 2012, chances are these topics have shaped how you see the world, especially as you think about pursuing a masters degree. Generation Z is changing the gamenot just in the workplace but in graduate schools too. Gen Zs still consider advancing education important despite some skepticism.

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Applying for the Forty Acres Scholars Program (FASP) and UT-Austin Scholarships

Tex Admissions

Forty Acres Scholars Program (FASP) application overview and essay tips Established in 2012, the Forty Acres Scholars Program (FASP) is UTs flagship merit-based full-ride plus stipend offer given annually to 20-25 incoming freshmen. Submitting strong admissions applications indirectly influences the few scholarship chances available.