Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

You know that your college applicant is much more than a high GPA and solid standardized test scores—they’re an exceptionally intelligent, self-driven, independent thinker who would thrive in a rigorous but free-spirited academic atmosphere on a classic New England college campus. tuition, room, board, and fees) is $87,648.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Whatever the reason, now is the time to get organized, make a plan, and prepare your transfer applications so you have options come spring. In 2021, Brown admitted 118 out of 2,746 transfer applicants (4.3% Elizabeth Doe Stone shares 5 tips to ensure you’re making the most of freshman year to be a competitive transfer applicant.

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College Essay Guy

APRIL 1, 2024

Your day-to-day life in graduate school will depend on the specific program and field of study you choose. Advanced skills Graduate programs aim to cultivate advanced skills in your chosen field through specialized coursework, research projects, and practical experiences. and prepare for any standardized tests (e.g.,

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 7, 2023

Founded in 1701, this New Haven-based university is the third-oldest higher education institution in the United States, meaning that students have been compiling a Yale application for over three centuries. Last year alone, Yale fielded a record breaking 52,250 applicants. It is extremely difficult to get accepted to Yale.

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The Koppelman Group

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

As you plan, remember to account for standardized testing. While many colleges have suspended testing requirements in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, MIT requires either the SAT or the ACT for prospective first-year students — and successful applicants have nearly perfect scores. They know your activities.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2022

With the norm being top-notch standardized test scores like these – and a similarly top-notch unweighted GPA of 3.9 for previous classes – you’ll need more than just a stellar transcript to stand out. With that in mind, let’s have a look at Princeton’s 7 supplemental essay prompts for the 2022-2023 application cycle.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Because the application process can seem fairly mysterious (Though it doesn’t have to! If they see you’re showing initiative and taking advantage of the opportunities available to you, that strengthens your application. So, where do colleges look for these “positive character attributes” in your application?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

They emphasize that there is no single component—academic performance, extracurriculars , essays, recommendations, or test scores—that determines admission to the college. Instead, they ask applicants to approach their application by “simply being yourself and writing in your own voice.”

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 30, 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) Why have application numbers skyrocketed at many colleges? Frequently asked questions about the college application process How have colleges responded to the growth in application numbers? Why has it gotten so much harder to get into selective colleges than in the past? What can you do?

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University Gurus

APRIL 30, 2020

Here’s a spreadsheet of Colleges That Have Announced Test-Optional Policies Due to Covid-19. Secondary Schools Guidance Department Updates (on transcripts, grades, college resources). SAT Update (Including Subject Tests). March, April, and May SAT and Subject Tests have all been canceled. Standardized Tests.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JULY 6, 2023

A complete list of med school secondary prompts to help you get ahead and stay organized during your admissions process (Note: We recommend using this resource alongside our free, 102-page comprehensive guide to medical school applications, Get Into Medical School: 6 Practical Lessons to Stand Out and Earn Your White Coat.)

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