College Transitions

DECEMBER 26, 2023

With the majority of college application deadlines just days away, it’s important to perform a thorough review of your applications to help avoid making obvious mistakes that can negatively impact your chances for admission. When you’re done with that, do it again and then have a second and third set of eyes do the same. […]

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Solomon Admissions

MARCH 15, 2024

For high school seniors, the fall is synonymous with college application season – and rightfully so, most Early Decision and Early Action deadlines fall between October 1 and December 1 each year.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

APRIL 20, 2023

This time of year, I have a lot of consult calls with potential MBA applicants who are trying to assess whether or not they are competitive for their dream schools. Grades MBA applicants with less than perfect grades are often convinced that they will be unable to get into selective business schools. This is categorically false.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 27, 2024

There are grad school application deadlines coming up SOON. Grad school application deadlines vary way too much for one standard answer. Here’s a better question: When and how should you start working on your grad school applications, depending on your deadlines? It doesn’t matter what time of year you read this blog post.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Do I understand even mentioning global warming may be a way to lose readership/followers/applicants? This is a huge application submission month, since many colleges have EA (Early Action) and ED (Early Decision) deadlines on or around October 15 and November 1. Final Checks Look over your entire application.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 11, 2024

Today’s post offers an introduction to college admissions and will provide starting points for all high school students to ensure they can start the application process with confidence. What’s included in a college application? These portals are where you’ll create a student account and complete and submit your applications.

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road2college

MARCH 26, 2024

The post Comprehensive College Application Checklist: Follow This Plan to Keep on Track appeared first on Road2College. Students and families need to stay on track to find the right college at the right price, so we’re providing.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

APRIL 27, 2023

For the class of 2027, applications were up more than 20% at the most selective schools – so it’s no surprise that the regular decision admit rates are below 5% at the Ivies. While all components of the application process are important, there is one college application decision, in my experience, that impacts the outcome more than any other.

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Scoir

AUGUST 9, 2023

College application season is upon us! Despite months and, in some cases, years of research and preparation, uncertainty still reigns as you contemplate application options. Many high school seniors likely still have questions about where and how to apply as deadlines loom.

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Solomon Admissions

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The college application process can be overwhelming, but by familiarizing yourself with the most common questions, you can make the process much easier. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the college application process and their answers. When should I start the college application process?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Recently, I have also come to appreciate the massive disconnect between how students approach and complete the application and how it is actually read in admission offices. Students see the application as a form. Colleges post jobs for “application readers.” Report your test scores, tell us which high school you attend, etc.

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Inside Emory Admission

JANUARY 31, 2024

One thing I know for sure is that this limbo period of January–March can be a difficult period for students going through the college application season. One thing every Emory student can relate to (and a good majority of other college students across the country) is how stressful this specific period is in terms of college applications.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 3, 2023

There are a few reasons you might be interested in colleges and universities with late application deadlines. Perhaps you were deferred in the early round and want to add more options to your college list without the rush of the (typical) January 1, regular round application deadline? Essay Guidance. LEARN MORE. NOW OR LATER?

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Trying to save money on college applications? In this article, I'll provide some general information about application fees along with a comprehensive list of all the schools that offer free applications. There are actually quite a few colleges that allow you to apply for free.

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the college spy

APRIL 19, 2024

The specific job(s) you include on your application also showcase your personal attributes, skills and interests. When filling out your college application, think about what you want admissions counselors to know about you and intentionally describe your summer job to clearly deliver your message.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The applications are all in for the UGA Regular Decision group of students, so here is some information on the total UGA freshman applicant pool for Fall 2023. The total application numbers (EA and RD) are roughly 43,600, which is up substantially from last year. using the UGA GPA calculation method.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

APRIL 8, 2024

What to do each month of the 2024-2025 application cycle to ensure timely and high-quality materials to help maximize your odds of getting accepted. Plus, the complete list of law school application deadlines. What about the various components that comprise your complete application?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MARCH 14, 2024

This guide will walk you through the dental school application year, presenting an ideal timeline to complete and submit all of your application materials. This guide will walk you through the dental school application year, presenting an ideal timeline to complete and submit all of your application materials.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 22, 2023

When it comes to thinking about prioritizing college applications, your first step should be to make a college application plan. Get more college application tips on our blog ! What should I focus on in my college applications? Start today - often, starting is the hardest part.

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iSchoolConnect

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

International student UK applications The latest data released by the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) sheds light on the evolving landscape of international student applications for undergraduate courses in the United Kingdom. Despite recent policy changes by the UK government, some notable shifts are observed.

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College Success

MARCH 31, 2024

As the landscape of college admissions continues to evolve, here are a few trends from the 2023-2024 application cycle that students applying to college this fall may want to consider. Rising Application Volumes The trend of increasing college applications shows no sign of slowing.

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Ivy College Essay

JANUARY 2, 2024

What Do Schools Look for in a Transfer Application? Introduction: Transferring from one college to another is a significant decision that requires careful consideration and a well-crafted application. This article explores the key factors that admissions committees typically consider when evaluating transfer applications.

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road2college

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The post The Most Common College Application Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on Road2College. If you could avoid the biggest mistake that most parents and students make when applying to college, would you?

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Essay Hell

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

When I first heard about ChatGPT, and how this new artificial intelligence bot could write academic essays for students–and their teachers couldn’t tell the difference–I thought, “Ugh oh, looks like no one is going to need my services anymore” for help writing their college application essays. So I tried it out.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dartmouth College Dartmouth College has announced that it will yet again require high school students to share either an SAT or ACT score as part of their application for admission. The change takes effect for students applying for Fall 2025 admission (those students who will begin their applications in Summer or Fall 2024).

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North Star Admissions Consulting

MARCH 30, 2023

I am frequently contacted by non-traditional MBA applicants, who are concerned that they won’t be competitive for top programs. Traditional” MBA students, including bankers, consultants, and even people with tech backgrounds, are somewhat overrepresented in the applicant pool. If you have different expertise, embrace it!

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College Transitions

JANUARY 26, 2024

The college application process—particularly the timeline—can be fraught and opaque (not to mention full of confusing acronyms: EA, ED, ED2…In all the chaos, perhaps you’ve fallen a bit behind and missed some deadlines, or your needs or preferences have changed since the beginning of the application process. There’s no need to panic!

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

As the academic year marches on, with most college application deadlines behind us, some high school seniors still find themselves in “college admissions purgatory.” Pssstttt… Check out our Exploring Colleges with Late Application Deadlines for even more options! LEARN MORE COLLEGES STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS # = U.S.

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SSA Online College Prep

JUNE 12, 2023

Can your student use one essay for all of their applications ? While your essay is important, it’s far from the most important aspect of your application! Pro tip: if you’re ever asked (in an application) to write about yourself, show a time that you either Learned something OR Fundamentally were changed. Short answer: YES.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you’re applying to business school, or thinking about it, you have likely seen the headlines about a recent MBA application decline. In addition to reporting fewer applications, schools including Duke, Tuck and Kellogg are adding additional rounds, and selectively waiving testing requirements. Can You Submit a Strong Application?

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iSchoolConnect

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Navigating the digital frontier | Computer application courses internships Computer applications have become integral to almost every industry in the fast-paced digital age. As technology advances, the demand for skilled professionals in this field has never been higher.

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Berkeley² Academy

APRIL 20, 2024

college applications! Below are six basic steps rising seniors can take to prepare for their upcoming college applications. Regional Admissions Officers will be comparing your academic profile to other students in your high school and area when reviewing applications. Think about recommendations!

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 4, 2024

Often the colleges which require interviews are considered prestigious meaning that the interview may be a necessary means of distinguishing yourself from other applicants. A frustrating part of college admissions is the fact that parts of the application listed as ‘optional’ aren’t always considered optional by the college.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 5, 2024

Make your senior year easier by preparing for college applications this summer! Make the most of your summer and get a head start on your college applications! The summer before your senior year is the perfect time to make things easier and get a leg up on preparing for your college applications. Finalize your college list.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 11, 2023

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE PROGRAMS: DIFFERENT PATHWAYS The neat thing about pursuing a graduate degree in clinical psychology is that applicants have many options. Grad School Analysis & Guidance Program Craft your grad school strategy and sharpen your applications and essays. Bottom line: we need more of them!

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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. This is why getting organized early can help alleviate some of the application season stress and ensure you have enough time to meet all your deadlines.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Thus, starting on August 1, 2023, the seven prompt options first-year applicants will have to carefully choose from in order to write one strong essay of up to 650-words will remain as follows: Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it.

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