Excelsior Admissions Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Many high school juniors are busy with school work, extracurricular activities, and other responsibilities, not to mention the burdens of the ongoing pandemic. You will need it for summer jobs, and it can be helpful when meeting with people about your college applications. Ask two teachers for letters of recommendation.

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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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Great College Advice

JULY 25, 2023

One of the most-oft questions I get from families is some version of this: “Which is more important — grades or extracurricular activities? Grades are more important than your extracurricular activities. The Importance of Your Transcript The number one most important element of your college application is your transcript.

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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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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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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 28, 2023

What to do each month of the 2023-2024 application cycle to ensure timely and high-quality materials to help maximize your odds of getting accepted. Plus, the complete list of medical school application deadlines. Rather, it exclusively focuses on when you should complete various pieces of your applications.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

Do more extracurriculars? Read on to find out if you’re a competitive applicant and tips to lift your chances of going from applicant to admitted student. Once you know what Yale University is looking for, you can better tailor your application to meet their expectations. What can you do to improve your chances?

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The college application process can be an extremely anxious time for every student. Don’t #1: The Blame Game Many students will include addendums within their application that can allow for an explanation of a grade, a misdemeanor, or anything else that may require further clarification.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MARCH 9, 2023

A step-by-step guide to completing the AMCAS application for medical school the amcas application is used by most allopathic medical schools in the us What is the AMCAS application? If you’re applying to medical school for the first time, you’ve likely heard of AMCAS, the American Medical College Application Service.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 6, 2023

With a growing pool of applicants, the university's acceptance rate for the most recent admissions cycle stands at a remarkable 4.4%, reflecting the institution's highly competitive selection process. Out of a staggering 37,601 applicants, only 1,657 students were offered admission to Princeton University.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 2, 2023

This year, the application numbers for the MIT Class of 2027 plummeted. MIT received a total of 26,914 applications. MIT admissions officers observed a decrease in the number of applications from the 33,796 applications received for the Class of 2026. 9,488 applicants were deferred to the Regular Action phase.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 2, 2023

This year, the application numbers for the MIT Class of 2027 plummeted. MIT received a total of 26,914 applications. MIT admissions officers observed a decrease in the number of applications from the 33,796 applications received for the Class of 2026. 9,488 applicants were deferred to the Regular Action phase.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

After helping thousands of students get accepted to med school for nearly 20 years—and answering every imaginable question about how to get into medical school—I decided to write a guide that covers all medical school requirements, from various degree programs and extracurricular activities to MCAT prep, admissions essays, and interviews.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 20, 2024

Many summer programs and college applications request letters of recommendation from individuals that can speak to your character and work ethic. Great letters of recommendations are a direct reflection of the value of your network. Who Should Be in Your Network?

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

At Spark, we find that students who meet these recommended standards have a much higher success rate of admission to top-ranked schools. We hope the factors below will give you a broad sense of what makes for a strong college application and offer insight into what college admissions officers are looking for from prospective students.

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CTK College Coach

APRIL 10, 2024

It may provide answers to the following questions: May I send additional letters of recommendation? Will the school consider a letter of continuing interest (LOCI)? May I supplement my initial application with updated grades, scores, and other accolades? Thank you for considering my application again.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

It’s easy to look around at what everyone else is doing and think that you need to take the same courses during certain terms and participate in the same extracurriculars for dental school. For nontraditional applicants, we’ll discuss admissions strategies specific to you in Part 3 of this guide. How will you stand out from the pack?

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BestColleges

MARCH 7, 2024

A GED doesn't necessarily make it harder to gain acceptance, but there are things you can do to enhance your college application. Also, school admission requirements vary, so do some research and find out what information you'll need to submit, such as letters of recommendation, transcripts, and other documents. What Is the GED?

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Simply Admissions

JANUARY 11, 2023

High school students and their families often ask me about what colleges are looking for when reviewing applications. While each college has its own specific criteria, here are a few key areas that most colleges consider when evaluating applicants. When it comes to extracurriculars and leadership, focus on quality, not quantity!

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University Gurus

MARCH 23, 2024

If you have any questions about the college application process, please contact our team here for a free consultation. Extracurricular Activities for College Prep You already know that extracurricular activities help with college applications.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 4, 2023

The university's admissions data provides valuable insights into the changing admissions landscape at Brown, as seen in the growing applicant pool and the increasing selectivity of the admissions process. acceptance rate for regular decision applicants. acceptance rate for regular decision applicants.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 4, 2023

The university's admissions data provides valuable insights into the changing admissions landscape at Brown, as seen in the growing applicant pool and the increasing selectivity of the admissions process. acceptance rate for regular decision applicants. acceptance rate for regular decision applicants.

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College Essay Guy

APRIL 24, 2023

You might be excited about the opportunities, and at the same time there are also lots of steps in the college application process. Right now, you might have a big, nebulous, college application-shaped cloud floating over your head at all times. And there’s also the task of figuring out how to pay for college.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

Students have access to numerous extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations, allowing them to pursue their passions and interests outside the classroom. Admissions Acceptance Rate Lafayette College received a total of 9,866 applications for the class of 2027. We can help you with your college application process.

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Ivy College Essay

JANUARY 9, 2024

The most important thing, outside your grades and letters of recommendation, is going to be your transfer essays and how you respond to the transfer application prompts. Harvard is asking 2023-24 applicants to pen five short essays in response to the following prompts: 1. I will go through them here now, one-by-one.

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Strategic College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This blog is focused on giving students a successful “back-to-school” game plan and strategy so that students will be able to follow a game plan that is aligned with what college admission officers look for in a successful college admissions applicant.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

APRIL 26, 2021

Many high school juniors are busy with school work, extracurricular activities and other responsibilities, not to mention the burdens of the ongoing pandemic. You will need it for summer jobs, and it can be helpful when meeting with people about your college applications. Ask two teachers for letters of recommendation.

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Ivy Central

MAY 13, 2023

The Class of 2027 had 47,120 applicants and a total of 1,763 students were accepted with an acceptance rate of 5.6%. Regular Decision may be right for you if you need more time to get your application ready. Please briefly elaborate on how one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences has influenced you.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Two years after a cadre of educators and conservative activists announced the formation of the University of Austin , the new institution dedicated to a fearless pursuit of truth is accepting applications for its first class. 8, the institution announced it was accepting undergraduate applications for fall 2024. And on Nov.

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Princeton College Consulting

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In fact, almost every facet of your application should and will reveal elements of your character. At a high level, there are three macro-level questions any college admissions committee is going to ask about your applications: If we admit you, can you thrive academically? So, what does that mean? Why do you do it?

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Solomon Admissions

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Well, it’s exactly what it sounds like- each applicant gets to choose whether or not to submit their ACT or SAT scores. Some universities require test scores for out-of-state, homeschooled, or international applicants, or for students pursuing certain majors. Other components of your application will be considered more closely.

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Ivy College Essay

MAY 14, 2023

Additionally, Harvard requires you to submit your college transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement along with all of their supplemental essays. Get Involved on Campus: Harvard values well-rounded students who are active in extracurricular activities. Letters are incredibly important.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 1, 2022

You submitted your Early Decision and Early Action applications, and you are now resisting the urge to refresh your email as you await good news. When a student is deferred, it means the college has postponed making a decision about his or her application and will take another look at the student’s materials in the regular decision round.

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College Essay Guy

APRIL 23, 2024

But I want to help you understand, based on many years of experience on both sides of the admissions process, how the applicant evaluation process really works. Reflection plays a pivotal role in crafting a compelling college application narrative. Reflecting on my experience in admissions, I believe this to be true. Here’s how.

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Tex Admissions

MARCH 12, 2024

All Fall 2025 freshman applicants must submit an official SAT or ACT directly from the testing agency to be eligible for admission. Applicants do not need to submit the writing section. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter what I think or how you, as the applicant and family, should feel about these policies.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 21, 2023

RISING SENIORS Start working on your applications before school starts! Meet with your college counselor to review your college list and discuss your application strategy. Confirm that your recommenders are writing letters for you. Decide which extracurricular activities you want to participate in.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

William & Mary received more than 17, 500 applications and enrolled 1,643 students. In 2023, William & Mary received 1,460 Early Decision applications and admitted 664 students. Regular Decision may be right for you if you need more time to get your application ready.

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