DC College Counseling

MARCH 1, 2023

For months, those in the education world have been speculating about the dangers of ChatGPT- a new AI technology that can generate entire essays for students. Not only does ChatGPT pose threats to the classroom but also to the college admissions process. It downright destroys the college admissions essay! Here’s why.

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Admissions Mom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

I specialize in college admissions essay writing, which means I have a ton to share with you. First and foremost, if there’s one thing you take away from this post let it be this: no one can write the way you can. This soul-bearing doesn’t mean it’s time to air your dirty laundry or write a sob story.

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Humbach Education Consulting

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Your college essay, along with your high school record, standardized test scores, and extracurricular involvement, will provide the basis upon which the college makes its admissions decision. A thoughtful, well-written essay can positively affect that final decision.

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Admissions Mom

JUNE 22, 2023

Junior year is where your college admissions journey starts for real. If you are new to admissions, no matter where you are in high school, start reading here from the beginning. Be sure to take some time completely off from school and college admissions stuff. Here’s how I suggest you tackle this list. Don’t panic.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

That said, of admitted students who submitted scores in the 2021-2022 admissions cycle, the middle 50% of admitted applicants have SAT Math scores in the range of 740-800 , SAT Evidenced-based Reading and Writing in the range of 735-770 , and/or Composite ACT scores in the range of 32-35. Stanford takes a holistic admissions approach.

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College Essay Guy

JULY 6, 2023

With such a lack of access to college application help, and with so many different aspects of the process to consider, from selecting the right schools to crafting strong essays, many students go without the support they need to ensure their application represents who they are. Why Hire a College Admissions Consultant?

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College Essay Guy

JULY 6, 2023

With such a lack of access to college application help, and with so many different aspects of the process to consider, from selecting the right schools to crafting strong essays, many students go without the support they need to ensure their application represents who they are. Why Hire a College Admissions Consultant?

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

A student should not have to wonder, stress, and worry about their admission if the admission requirements are easy to understand. This may include webinars, workshops, and informational materials that provide insights into the application process, essay writing tips, and guidance on standardized tests.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 30, 2023

Throughout this post, you’ll find information that covers several topics— how to get into Princeton, Princeton GPA requirements,Princeton acceptance rate, when to apply and more—that will hopefully help you navigate the Princeton admissions process. Princeton considers unweighted GPA as one of its admission factors.

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CTK College Coach

MAY 3, 2024

The essay prompts are designed to elicit the true nature of a student, and admissions readers will say that what they seek more than anything is authenticity. Read all about what and how students write the college essay: Writing the College Essay. How do we coach students as they develop their essays?

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StandOut College Prep

APRIL 8, 2023

Plus, many fairs offer workshops and seminars on topics such as financial aid, essay writing, and college admissions. Long lines may make it difficult to speak with admissions officers, leaving you with nothing but piles of glossy brochures. Admissions officers will be impressed that you came prepared with a resume.

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Great College Advice

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

But the admissions office is asking you to share, so share you must. I recommend that you come up with three solid lessons for this essay. Writing About Failure: Summary Writing about failure can be difficult. And when writing about failure, the fear is that the essay will come off as too negative, too self-critical.

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

While the internet, TikTok, and Instagram offer countless “experts” eager to share advice, most of them are not truly familiar with the college admissions process. While it’s tempting to envision yourself writing a perfect college essay in one go, the best essays require countless drafts before they achieve their final state.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 6, 2023

We’ve all been there – the deadline for your college essay is looming, and you find yourself scrambling to put together a compelling piece that will make you stand out in the admissions process. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered with some last-minute tips to help you craft a winning college essay.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JUNE 30, 2023

College admissions officers understand that the number of hours and weeks spent on an activity is an estimate. Complete the Activities List Before Writing Your Personal Essay Writing the Activities List is a great first step to completing the Common App.

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University Gurus

AUGUST 17, 2023

Schedule a complimentary consultation to gain valuable insights into your admissions strategy and essay writing. As you embark on this pivotal year, remember that success is within reach. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Expert tutors can provide specialized guidance for managing the logistics of college applications, essay writing, and interview preparation, working alongside our Senior Private Counselors to offer comprehensive support and strategic planning, customized to each student’s needs and challenges. This will help you to stay on track.

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SSA Online College Prep

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! It is well known that GPAs are an important factor in admission decisions. GPA Is Not Always Comparable Obviously the college admissions process is about more than just GPAs, so your GPA alone cannot give you a full sense of your chances of being admitted to a particular school.

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Essay Hell

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

She studied the best essay writers , analyzed the structure of successful essays and even attended workshops on the subject. By the time she was finished , Jan ine had become an expert on college application essay writing. Jan ine Robinson is a true hero in the world of college admissions.

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 27, 2024

Learn about what exactly is the college essay ! Get advice on finding the perfect topic for your college essay and more! Get tips on the do’s and don’ts of writing the college essay! Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Writing the College Essay: The Basics and Brainstorming What is the college essay?

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Solomon Admissions

MAY 25, 2023

The college application season (September-January) can be a stressful time as seniors are juggling classes, essay writing, testing, and asking for recommendation letters. Luckily, you don't have to wait for the application portals to open before working on your admissions package. Contact us for more information!

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Ivy Central

APRIL 18, 2023

Writing the Future: This course investigates how writers use dystopia and science fiction to not only explore possibilities for the future but to comment on our present society. Students analyze complex text and develop their essay writing skills. Start today!

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Essay Hell

MAY 16, 2019

I don’t know about you, but the recent college admission scandal gave me a total gut punch. I did some soul-searching about my own role as an essay writing coach in this crazy college admissions industry. It was too hard to ignore the sullied admissions world. Disgusting. (In And still am. No denying that.

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Berkeley² Academy

DECEMBER 17, 2021

With the long essays and the various short answers required by the colleges, the final step is a detailed check of the writing for clarity and style. Admissions officers are trained to be focused on the content of the application, rather than how it’s delivered. Conventions for Admissions Writing. Stylistic Tips.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 12, 2024

Brown uses a holistic admissions process. It’s a yearly report that breaks down admissions statistics, so pretty much catnip to admissions nerds like ourselves. It’s a yearly report that breaks down admissions statistics, so pretty much catnip to admissions nerds like ourselves. That’s fine.

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DC College Counseling

OCTOBER 26, 2022

We strongly encourage students to make a list, or even better yet, a spreadsheet to manage supplemental essays. Doing so will help applicants begin to strategize the essay writing process and execute a plan efficiently. Pro tip: Confirm the number and nature of supplemental essays for each school.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 12, 2023

This question is especially important if you are considering writing an “unhappy family” story, because the sympathy vote doesn’t count for much in the world of college admissions. That’s something readers connect to, and it means that these make for some of the most compelling family story-focused essays.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

AUGUST 9, 2023

I taught an essay writing workshop to a small group of our seniors and introduced them to how they can use ChatGPT responsibly with brainstorming and fleshing out ideas. Randy Mills, Greenhill School, Dallas, TX “At first, I feared the way AI would change the college admission landscape. Here is some of that insight. “I

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Solomon Admissions

AUGUST 16, 2022

As remote became the safest option due to in-person interactions posing a risk, college admissions offices had to adjust their outreach methods. Their visits would be guided by both current students and college admissions officers. This resulted in college admissions officers having to move virtual.

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DC College Counseling

AUGUST 24, 2023

Because deciding where to apply to college is a critical step in the college admissions process, it’s important to be thoughtful and thorough. You can also reach out to current students and alumni, as well as admissions representatives. Check a school's admissions web site to learn how to contact representatives.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MARCH 14, 2024

This is because most dental schools practice rolling admissions , meaning that they review applications and offer interviews and admissions decisions continually—as opposed to waiting for all applications to be submitted before beginning to review them. You can also learn more about our 1-on-1 medical school admissions support here.

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Admissions.Blog

MARCH 1, 2023

” The official upper limit in acceptable length on the Common App essay is 650 words. A well-thought out and well-developed essay of any true substance is not only not possible in 250 words, it’s barely possible in 450 words. Think of a 500- to 650-word essay as a smooth and enjoyable flight from D.C.

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Essay Hell

JULY 28, 2022

If you crank out a decent “chunk” (a paragraph or two) for each of these, you will be pleasantly surprised to find yourself with a rough draft of a personal statement essay–perfect for the Common Application and other college admissions applications. Here are more excellent sample essays.

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CTK College Coach

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Writing the personal essay To be ready to apply to all schools, a student should have requested letters of recommendation, developed a thoughtful college list, and written the personal essay. If your student is still working on the personal essay, here is our best guidance on writing it.

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Revolution Tutors

JUNE 7, 2022

That’s called a Why Essay. See this blog for more details on how to write the Why Essay. Essay writing is the aspect of the college application process that takes the most time. Applicants who get a head start on essay writing save a lot of headache once the school year starts up!

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DC College Counseling

MARCH 9, 2023

Of course the hardest part of any essay assignment is getting started. And for the Common ApplicationⓇ essay, that means choosing your topic and the story you want to tell the admissions committee. The Common ApplicationⓇ essay doesn’t come with a big list of rules or restrictions. Keep reading to find out.

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Admissions Mom

OCTOBER 15, 2022

I specialize in college essay writing, which means I have a ton to share with you. First and foremost, if there’s one thing you take away from this post let it be this: no one can write the way you can. This soul-bearing doesn’t mean that it’s time to air your dirty laundry or write a sob story. but don’t be messy.

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