HelloCollege

JULY 29, 2025

These databases include all kinds of to help you identify schools that are a good fit for you, including admission rates, average ACT/SAT scores, and academic programs; some even include student reviews. The admissions section also includes information about campus tours, tuition and fees, and financial aid.

Financial Aid

AdmissionSight

MARCH 20, 2025

The admissions process is highly competitive, and even top students get rejected despite high GPAs or perfect ACT/SAT scores. If youre on the fence between two or more schools, try going on campus tours , attending virtual info sessions, or speaking with current or former students to learn more about their experiences.

Ivy League

Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Obtaining a high score on standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT also contributes to positive admissions decisions. College admissions offices usually offer information sessions and campus tours on a regular basis. Taking , test prep courses will help enhance your test scores.

College Fairs

ACM College Consulting

JULY 22, 2024

A few weeks ago, I had the wonderful opportunity to tour GA Tech with colleagues from HECA. We attended a wonderful information session followed by a thorough campus tour. This was my first time visiting the campus, and I was impressed with what I saw and learned about the school.

Campus Tours

Bright Futures Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

You’ll get a ton of emails from random colleges who purchased your contact information from the College Board or ACT. Moreover, make sure to use this new email address to register for the SAT or ACT. Ask Your Parents For Availability To Schedule A Campus Tour.

Letters of Recommendation

Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In addition to attending open houses (these often take place in October and November) and campus tours, take a look at the helpful websites below, which offer further information and resources as you conduct research on the private school offerings across the country: Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE).

Admissions

College Essay Guy

JULY 27, 2023

Students make ample use of OSU’s plentiful research and networking opportunities while enjoying a campus culture rich in traditions—like Script Ohio and the iconic chimes of Orton Hall—and beauty (no campus tour is complete without a trip to mirror lake!). Last year, 21% of applicants submitted their SAT scores.

Admissions

College Essay Guy

APRIL 19, 2023

Texas Tech Acceptance Rate Texas Tech Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Transfer Acceptance Rate Texas Tech GPA Requirements Texas Tech SAT Requirements Texas Tech ACT Requirements What does Texas Tech look for in students? You will need a moderately high SAT score in order to get into Texas Tech. 600-699 41.4%

Admissions

College Essay Guy

JUNE 14, 2023

USF Acceptance Rate USF Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Transfer Acceptance Rate GPA Requirements to get into USF SAT Requirements to get into USF ACT Requirements to get into USF Is USF a good fit for me? Having less than this will require compensating by increasing your SAT or ACT score.

Admissions

SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 10, 2022

These may include the college application fee, SAT fee and travel expenses to visit college campuses. Some of these waivers include: ACT/SAT waivers, college application waivers and financial aid application waivers for students who meet the eligibility criteria. Read more college admissions tips on our blog !

Financial Aid

Ivy College Essay

JULY 24, 2023

Visit the Campus and Connect Demonstrating interest in Brown is essential. Take a campus tour, sit in on a class, and reach out to current students to gain valuable insights into life at Brown. SAT and ACT Scores: Aim to perform well on these standardized tests, as they play a role in the admissions process.

Ivy League

The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 26, 2024

Only 28% of first-year applicants who enrolled in the fall of 2023 submitted either an SAT or ACT score, but it is still worth trying to get a strong score. This is especially true if you believe you can get above a 1475 on the SAT or 33 on the ACT. This post isn’t about the SAT, though. It’s about the supplement!

Campus Tours

CTK College Coach

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Is it time to prepare for the SAT or ACT? 2) PREPARING FOR THE SAT AND ACT: PREPARE EARLY WHEN POSSIBLE, AND DON’T TAKE TESTS AT ALL IF THEY AREN’T THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: it’s a test optional world , and it likely will continue to be that way forever. Read more.

Letters of Recommendation

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

AUGUST 9, 2023

What is the campus neighborhood like? Is the campus easily accessible via public transport? A campus tour led by a student ambassador can be an effective way to cover some of these questions, especially since it allows you to transparently showcase your school through the perspective of an actual student.

Financial Aid

Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

B2A is offering 6-day, intensive classes for the Digital SAT, the ACT, and AP Exams across a wide range of subjects. Finally, you can prepare for AP/IB exams by creating a detailed study plan (ex: how many units, chapters, or concepts will you cover each week?). Here is a ,, link to B2A’s full 2024 Spring Break schedule.

Campus Tours

Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MAY 16, 2023

If there is a chance that they will want to sit for tests early in 11th grade, they should take a diagnostic ACT and/or SAT in the spring of 10th grade. Students often need help from parents to schedule trips for campus tours and information sessions. Make a plan to visit colleges in 11th grade.

Campus Tours

AdmissionSight

APRIL 16, 2025

Expect weekdays filled with classes, recitations, workshops, and campus tours from 9 to 5. This includes everything from the PSAT, SAT, and ACT to any AP exams youve taken. For 2025, SSP is not looking at test scores like the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or AP exams. Evenings and weekends? Who can recommend you?

High School

DC College Counseling

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK DARTMOUTH COLLEGE REINSTATES SAT/ACT REQUIREMENT On Monday morning, Dartmouth College announced that they will require applicants to submit standardized test scores in the upcoming undergraduate admissions cycle. IN CASE YOU MISSED THEM, CHECK OUT our january updates!

Campus Tours

CTK College Coach

AUGUST 31, 2022

Here are my top five tips: 1) Prepare well and early for standardized (SAT and ACT) tests. NB: Certain schools have reverted to requiring the ACT or SAT (or never went test optional): MIT, public schools in Florida, and the top public schools in Georgia. How do I know which test to take– SAT or ACT?

High School

College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Take the PSAT and plan your test dates for the ACT or SAT; typically, you will take either of these standardized tests for the first time during the winter or spring of your junior year. Winter and spring of your junior year Take the ACT or SAT for the first time or second time to increase your score.

Standardized Testing

AdmissionSight

MARCH 27, 2023

Official test scores: Candidates must provide their SAT or ACT scores as well as the results of two SAT Subject Tests. This includes campus tours, interviews, and other interactions with the university.

Ivy League

College Essay Guy

MARCH 8, 2023

Academic history Info about high school Courses completed in college (sometimes) standardized test scores (ACTs, SATs, APs, IBs) Supporting information “Experiences” = not quite the same as your Common App Activities List , but that can be a starting point.

Transfer

Humbach Education Consulting

APRIL 6, 2020

Virtual Tour – Many schools already have a virtual tour available. In GuidedPath , you can find nearly 500 virtual tours through YouVisit on the college profile pages. Other collections of online campus tours include YoUniversityTV or CampusTours.com. Take Action For now, it’s all about staying informed on changes.

Campus Tours

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JUNE 9, 2023

And every year, it gets tougher to make the cut for some of the most sought-after campuses like UCLA, which sat at 18 percent in 2014–2015 and has been sinking steadily since. It can mean being a mentor to others, acting as the person in charge of a specific task, or taking the lead role in organizing an event or project.

Out-of-State

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

If you’re the parent of a high-achieving teen, you’re likely visiting Ivy League universities. To assist you in assessing your child’s odds of getting into Stanford, we’ve provided academic and demographic information related to successful Stanford applicants: 96% of students ranked in the top 10% of their high school class.

Ivy League