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Preparing for College

Solomon Admissions

Starting high school can be seen as the first step towards the college educational journey. Although it is an exciting time in the lives of teenagers, it is also a pivotal time to get serious about your academic performance in preparation for the , college application process. Be on the lookout for college fairs in your area.

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Demonstrated Interest at UPenn

The Koppelman Group

If you’re a bewildered college applicant, you’re in the right place. For one thing, there’s no data that can tell us in cold, hard numbers how much it impacts admissions decisions, and colleges don’t have a clear definition of what behaviors they interpret as meaningful displays of interest. Demonstrated interest is confusing.

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Why Demonstrated Interest Matters in College Admissions

StandOut College Prep

We’ll discuss various ways to demonstrate your interest, such as attending virtual events, contacting current students, and submitting a thoughtful application. Key Takeaways Demonstrated interest shows colleges you're serious and have done your research. How can you demonstrate interest in a college?

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New Admissions Counselor Resource Center

EAB

College fairs. Overview of college fairs. This brief guide from WACAC covers the basics of representing your college at a fair. Represent your college. Campus tours. Tips for Campus Tours. Read pointers on how to host an engaging tour. Improve your tours.

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Understanding Demonstrated Interest

Discovery College Consulting

When colleges consider applicants, they are interested in several factors. But, colleges consider other factors too, such as letters of recommendation, test scores, essays and demonstrated interest (DI). College admissions officers know that most students apply to several colleges, but in the end they can only attend one.

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The Ultimate Guide to Supplemental College Application Essays (Examples Included)

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

The good news is that the skills and rhythms you developed while writing your personal statement remain applicable for your supplemental essays. Could your child use extra help to submit amazing college applications? essay Some colleges will ask you to explain why you’d like to attend their school. The “Why us?”

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How to Really Demonstrate Interest in a School

DC College Counseling

Test scores, GPAs, a great list of activities- we know these are all important factors in a college application. Another great way to get on their digital radar is to sign up for virtual information sessions, campus tours, and webinars. Visit campus The more face time you can create, the better.