AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

And if you’re aiming for an English degree, chances are you’re considering at least one Ivy League school you hope to attend. But which Ivy League is the best for English, and why are English majors still highly valuable in a world increasingly focused on STEM studies? News & World Report.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 8, 2024

So, youve set your sights on an Ivy League schoolgreat choice! With acceptance rates that often drop below 5%, its no surprise that applying to an Ivy League school feels like signing up for a high-stakes competition. If youre wondering which Ivy League school is the hardest to get into, youre in the right place.

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 5, 2025

Youd think picking the best Ivy League school for business would be easy. In this blog, were breaking down the five Ivies that bring the heat: UPenn (Wharton), Harvard, Columbia, Cornell, and Dartmouth. Lets walk through each one and figure out which Ivy League school really gives you the business edge youre after.

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Spark Admissions

MAY 30, 2023

Every year, college admission rates seem to get lower. This might be expected at Ivy League schools like Harvard University, Yale University, and Brown University, whose admission rates have dropped to record lows in recent years. Northeastern University, for instance, received more than 90,000 applications last year!

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The early admissions landscape for the 20242025 application cycle has been marked by notable shifts in applicant behavior, evolving institutional priorities, and regional dynamics. EARLY COLLEGE APPLICATION TRENDS: CLASS OF 2029 Record-High Applicant Numbers Signal Increased Competition (Yet again!)

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

Getting in is harder than ever, putting it ahead of even some Ivy League schools when it comes to exclusivity. For the Class of 2028 , UChicago received 43,612 applications and admitted only 1,955 students. Below is the admissions data over the past decade: UChicago Class Total Applications Overall Acceptance Rate 2028 43,612 4.5%

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Ivy Central

APRIL 20, 2023

Ivy Leagues are a group of eight esteemed and academically distinguished private research universities in the Northeastern United States. The Ivy League conference is one of the top-ranked academic athletic conferences in the NCAA Division I sports. If you need further guidance contact the Ivy Central team.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

In recent years, top schools have seen increases in applications of 30, 40, even 50 percent, leading to some of their lowest-ever admission rates. Even with its slight decrease in applications compared to last year, Harvard University’s acceptance rate remains the lowest, sitting at 3.4%. Columbia University 3.7%

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 10, 2025

The findings are both thought-provoking and sobering, especially for families navigating the competitive college admissions process. At Top Tier Admissions, we aim to help families understand and contextualize studies like this while empowering students to chart their unique paths to success.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 24, 2023

Lately, you’ve probably been hearing about ChatGPT, a new artificial intelligence system that is likely to make an impact everywhere: education, politics, employment, and of course, college admissions. Similarly, the college admissions process, particularly at very selective schools, involves a tremendous number of written essays.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

Some majors, including business, engineering, and computer science are becoming even more competitive during the admissions process. Several colleges, including Brown, MIT, Stanford, Cornell (for students applying next year), and UT Austin are requiring standardized test scores from applicants. Read the release here. 45% of the U.S.

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Ivy Coach

AUGUST 21, 2023

Long Island seniors preparing college applications this fall will no longer check off any box indicating racial or ethnic background. However, on many applications, they will still be able to note if their parents or other relatives are alums. The university’s legacy admissions policy is under investigation by the U.S.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 11, 2025

But speaking of prestige, you might be wondering: are there Ivy League schools in Massachusetts? What Ivy League School Is in Massachusetts? Ivy League vs. Other Top Schools in Massachusetts Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Ivy League School Is in Massachusetts?

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Ivy Coach

AUGUST 30, 2023

Nearly one-third of Penn sophomores did not submit any test scores in their applications, according to a Daily Pennsylvanian analysis. Using data from the Common Data Set, the analysis examined trends in test scores for incoming first years from 2017 to 2022, comparing Penn to six other Ivy League schools. This is an 8.7%

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Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

MARCH 31, 2025

One of my clients (twins) and I had a Zoom celebration with their maternal and paternal grandparents who reside in India!!! “Ivy Day or Ivy Admissions Day is when all the Ivy League schools announce their admissions decisions for regular decision first-year applicants. Decisions were released!

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 1, 2024

How to Get Into an Ivy League College Getting into an Ivy League college is a dream for many high school students and their families. Ivy League schools typically look for students with near-perfect GPAs. Specificity: Tailor your essays to each Ivy League school you apply to.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Plus, we’ll explore how knowing the motto can even give you an edge in the admissions process. Harvard Colors: The Crimson Legacy How Harvard Lives up to Its Motto Harvard and the Ivy League Identity The Power of Veritas in Your Harvard Application Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is Harvard’s Motto?

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 28, 2025

With homeschooled applicants typically making up less than 1% of Harvards freshman class and facing similarly competitive odds at other top institutions like Stanford and Yale, standing out is crucial. Here are five actionable tips to help you turn your homeschool experience into a winning college application. Be authentic.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

How hard is it to get into Ivy League schools? Discover strategic ways to boost your Ivy League admissions odds Learn how to increase your chances of getting into an ivy league college Part 1: Introduction Part 2: What grades are needed for Ivy League admission?

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Why choose Harvard University over other Ivy League schools? After all, the Ivy League is known for its return on investment to students, so it can be tough to decide which one stands out. Understanding these differences will help you make the best decision about which Ivy League school is the perfect match for you.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

An admission committee is a group of professionals tasked with evaluating student applications. Admission committees consist of admissions officers and sometimes faculty members, particularly at Ivy League schools, who collectively decide which students are accepted.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

With its rigorous academic standards, competitive acceptance rates, and emphasis on a well-rounded application, it’s no surprise that getting into Vanderbilt is hard. If you’re wondering about Vanderbilt’s GPA requirements, the acceptance rate, or how their admissions process compares to the Ivy League, this blog will break it all down.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 22, 2023

With a history that goes back to before the United States existed, it was founded in 1754 as Kings College, and being the only Ivy League college that is located in the centre of a major city Columbia University is one of America’s great universities. Columbia students are not much bothered about sports or cheering on their team.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 7, 2025

As we laid out back in August , your junior year is the most important year in preparing for college admissions from an academic standpoint as it is the last full year of grades that colleges will see as they review your college application and it will likely be your most rigorous year of classes with AP, Honors and/or IB courses.

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Solomon Admissions

MAY 7, 2024

Because of the Ivy League’s level of prestige and high-esteemed academics, competition for its coveted few freshman class spots is fierce. Hundreds of thousands of students apply each year to the Ivy League from around the world – for the Class of 2027, over 400,000 students applied across all eight Ivy League schools.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 1, 2024

That tiny number highlights how selective the admissions process is and how wildly popular Yale is among top-tier students aiming for the Ivy League. It gives you a reality check on what you’re up against and helps you plan your application strategy without setting yourself up for unrealistic expectations. 2027 52,303 4.5%

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 28, 2025

But the secret to standing out isnt stuffing your resume with endless, one-off activitiesits developing a deep, authentic academic focus that makes admissions officers take notice. At Top Tier Admissions, weve cracked the code on what makes applicants shine. Application Boot Camp Need strategic guidance from start to finish?

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Ivy Central

MARCH 15, 2023

Stanford University has a worldwide reputation that every year attracts thousands of applications from all parts of the planet. Having been established in 1885, Stanford University is more recent than many of the Ivy League schools, which date back to before the American Revolution. for the class of 2025.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

At Top Tier Admissions, we take pride in our team of expert counselors who bring a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to guiding families through the college admissions process. Shannon Kennedy has over 25 years of experience in the college admissions field.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

Its not part of the Ivy League, but its admissions process is just as intense. For the Class of 2028 , NYU set a record-low acceptance rate of just 8%, out of a massive pool of over 118,000 applicants in a single admission round. Newsweek considers it one of the New Ivies, and it holds the #30 spot on U.S.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 14, 2025

MIT doesnt give preferential treatment to legacy applicants, unlike many other elite colleges. In this article, well unpack why MIT doesnt consider legacy admissions, explore some stats (like the MIT Common Data Set and MIT deferral rates), and share tips on how to crush your MIT application. Does MIT do legacy?

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Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

School counselors at public schools spend 26% (at private schools: 51%) of their time on post-secondary (college admissions) counseling. In many cases, overworked and overwhelmed high school counselors simply have too many students to give individual attention needed in the competitive admissions environment. The result Acceptances!

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Ivy College Essay

MARCH 23, 2025

After dedicating so much time and effort to your application, finding yourself in limboneither accepted nor rejectedcan be disheartening. Understanding the Waitlist When a college places you on its waitlist, it signifies that you are a qualified applicant who meets the institution’s standards. No more than one page (!!!)

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

The admissions process at Ivy League schools seems hard to understand. Below, we’ve condensed everything we know about the Yale University admissions process. Read on to find out if you’re a competitive applicant and tips to lift your chances of going from applicant to admitted student. Apply early action?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

With such a competitive admissions process, only the most exceptional applicants secure a spot. If youre aiming for this prestigious New Ivy, your application needs to stand out. Its consistently high yield rate underscores the universitys strong appeal and plays a role in its highly selective admissions process.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The degree is the first of its kind at an Ivy League university, according to the school. The University of Pennsylvania has unveiled its newest degree offering: a bachelor of science in engineering in artificial intelligence (AI), the first degree of its kind at an Ivy League institution, according to the school.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 13, 2023

Many Universities in the US are remaining Test-Optional for the upcoming application season (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. To Test or Not to Test in 2023-24? Start today!

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