ACM College Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

High school juniors are at a pivotal stage in the college application process. Engage in Extracurriculars Colleges want to see students who are involved outside of the classroom. I recommend creating a student resume now so that you can see the full picture of your activities starting from grade nine.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 14, 2025

But if you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering about the letters of recommendation they ask for. And how do you ask for one, or write one, if you’re a recommender? Weve got all the info you need to nail this part of your UC Berkeley application. Does UC Berkeley Require Letters of Recommendation?

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

What does Harvard look for in an applicant? The answer includes strong academics, compelling extracurriculars, and an authentic story that showcases your unique strengths. Lets dive into the key aspects of building a successful Harvard application. Instead, they look at everything that makes you unique.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 20, 2025

Out of tens of thousands of applicants each year, only about 3%4% make the cut. for the Class of 2027 , youll be competing against thousands of applicants with exceptional grades and impressive accomplishments. Many applicants wonder why the process is so tough, and the answer lies in how hard it is to get into Stanford.

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Princeton College Consulting

JANUARY 12, 2025

Many of us are familiar with the standard elements of a college applicationsuch as your academic background, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation. While each university has its own assessment process, there are core criteria that every reader focuses on.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 15, 2025

Holistic admissions policies are very common nowadays, with colleges considering different factors, such as essays, extracurriculars, and test scores. A lower GPA can negatively affect your college applications by signaling to admissions officers potential challenges with meeting the academic rigor of their institution.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Do you have to be a star athlete, or a straight-A student, or maybe the president of every extracurricular club? These scholarships typically require excellent grades, high test scores, and sometimes additional criteria like leadership, community service, or extracurricular involvement. How do you get a full-ride scholarship?

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Between August and December of 2024, UT Austin received a record-breaking 90,562 applications for the fall 2025 semester, a 24.3% Today, we will provide an overview of the application process as well as tips for successful transfer admission. Keep these three tips in mind to build the strongest transfer application possible! #1:

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 13, 2025

If you applied by a mid-October or early-November deadline, we know that by late January youve had updates to your academic, extracurricular, and personal records. We would like to have more information about the current years full applicant pool. Will those later applicants have stronger academic records? What should you do?

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2025

Getting into an Ivy League school is about setting yourself apart in a pool of equally accomplished applicants. Lets take a closer look at how you can meet (and exceed) their expectationsfrom academics to extracurriculars, essays, and beyondto build a strong profile and maximize your chances of acceptance. Academics always come first.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

But what does Cornell look for in an applicant, exactly? So, lets break down what Cornell looks for in an applicant. What Does Cornell Look for in an Applicant? How to Boost Your Chances of Getting into Cornell Cornell Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Does Cornell Look for in an Applicant?

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HelloCollege

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With so many components to college applications—grades, extracurriculars, test scores, and essays—it’s easy to lose sight of what makes you a unique applicant. One of the most important, yet often overlooked, aspects of your application is identifying and highlighting your unique strengths as a student and a person.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 21, 2025

EXTRACURRICULARS & SUMMER PLANNING: WHAT COUNTS? My child is attending a general summer campwill that help their application? LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: HOW & WHEN TO ASK Parents asked: When should we ask teachers or counselors for letters of recommendation ?

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Now, with law school application deadlines approaching in February and March, it’s time to dive into one of the most critical elements: crafting a compelling admissions essay. ENROLL NOW Interestingly, in recent years, more law schools have altered how they want their applicants to share qualitative information.

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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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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

While Stanford remains test-optional for those applying this cycle, applicants to the Class of 2030 will once again be required to submit a standardized test score. Expert advice from Dr. Eliza Fox , TTA Senior Private Counselor and Stanford alum: Many applicants struggle with Stanford’s “note to your future roommate” essay.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Applying to college and going through the college application timeline is excruciatingly overwhelming, especially if you don’t have someone like a parent or older sibling who’s been through it to guide you. With so many steps involved—like writing your essay and asking for recommendation letters—it’s easy to feel lost.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) Standardized tests like the SAT and ACT have been a big part of college applications for decades. Even test-optional schools may still consider your scores for merit scholarships or if theyll help boost your application. GPA Your GPA (grade point average) is a huge part of your application.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Harvard reviews applications holistically, considering every part of your profile, not just your grades. Harvard looks at other factors like your course rigor, extracurricular activities, essays, and recommendations. Harvard receives over 60,000 applications yearly, and most successful applicants have strong academic records.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 26, 2025

Well talk about the requirements, extracurriculars, and resources you can expect at the school. UPenn Premed Requirements and Coursework Extracurricular Activities for UPenn Premed Students Resources for UPenn Premed Students Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways UPenn Premed Requirements and Coursework UPenn premed isnt a formal major.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 26, 2025

Yale Medical School Acceptance Rate Trends Yale School of Medicine Class of 2027 Academic Profile Yale Medical School Admission Requirements How to Get into the Yale School of Medicine Yale Medical School Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is the Yale Medical School Acceptance Rate? Letters of recommendation.

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Tex Admissions

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Im understandably receiving many questions about UT-Austins new opt-in waitlist for Fall 2025 first-time freshmen applicants. It also appeals they will allow for Waitlist opt-ins for Fall 2025 external transfer applicants. Appealing for a late application to be considered on time (for applicants only).

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Service Academy eligibility requirements Service Academies application process Service Academy essays Final thoughts What are the US Service Academies? Demonstrate leadership through work experience or extracurricular activities. Get recommendation letters from people who know you well. Athletics: Participate in sports.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 14, 2025

Before making any decision, its important to know what all of this means and how it fits into your college application process. Plus, well share tips to secure strong letters of recommendation so you dont have to worry about this part of your application. What Does FERPA Stand For? Sounds pretty serious.

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Admissions Mom

APRIL 24, 2024

Sometimes, it can feel like much of the application process revolves around what other people think of you. And because you can’t control those perceptions, you might find the whole application process intensely frustrating. This is especially true when it comes to letters of recommendation. Hello Juniors!

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The key to getting into medical school starts with the AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service), a centralized application system managed by the AAMC ( American Association of Medical Colleges ). The AMCAS application is the central application platform for medical schools across the U.S. medical schools.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This guide will walk you through each scholarship program, the eligibility criteria, and tips for crafting a compelling application. It will also answer common questions about the scholarship so you can approach your application with confidence. This will give you access to the scholarship application. Lets dive in!

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 18, 2025

As a result, students aiming for top-tier schools are increasingly prioritizing strong AP exam performances to differentiate themselves in an applicant pool where inflated grades are common. AP Exam Tutoring Our tutors offer customized tutoring designed to fit the needs of each student.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In addition to being two of their toughest academic years, your child will be tasked with maximizing their standardized test scores, continuing to pursue high-impact extracurricular activities, securing recommendation letters, and working on their college applications by writing essay upon essay.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

Extracurricular Exploration : Try various activities to discover genuine interests. 10th Grade: Gaining Momentum Sophomore year is about refining academic and extracurricular focus while beginning standardized test preparation. Teacher Relationships : Build strong relationships with teachers who might write recommendation letters.

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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.

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HelloCollege

MAY 29, 2025

If youve attended a college information session or spoken to an admissions counselor recently, you may have heard the term holistic admission or the phrase We use a holistic review approach in reference to reviewing applicants. But what does that actually meanand how does it impact the way your application is reviewed?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

For Fall 2025 applicants, Cornell remains test-optional, giving students the choice to submit SAT or ACT scores. Understanding Cornells shifting test policies is crucial for applicants. Their latest testing policy is this: For Fall 2025 applicants, Cornell is still test-optional, meaning you can submit scores, but you dont have to.

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HelloCollege

MAY 29, 2025

If youve attended a college information session or spoken to an admissions counselor recently, you may have heard the term holistic admission or the phrase We use a holistic review approach in reference to reviewing applicants. But what does that actually meanand how does it impact the way your application is reviewed?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 23, 2025

Duke has made it clear that not submitting test scores will not put you at a disadvantage when they review your application. If you feel your SAT or ACT scores reflect your abilities and will help your application, you can choose to submit them. Here are a few things Duke looks at when reviewing applications: 1.

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Princeton College Consulting

MARCH 7, 2023

Depth over breadth: How to make your extracurricular activities count for college admissions By now you already know that it’s not just about academics. While you are onto something, you need to rethink your approach in answering the question, “What do selective colleges look for in extracurricular activities?” Having a 4.0

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Its application-based teaching methodology is unique and ensures students learn the material. You don’t necessarily have to be a first publisher, but spending time in a research setting will teach you much-needed skills and possibly earn another recommendation letter!

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