The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 3, 2024

These are the categories that you really want to eat in. Some schools grade harder than others, and if you are really pushing yourself in the rigor category, your 3.8 So, how do you show that you eat in these categories? We have a ton of blogs that can help you. We have a blog on how to approach that email here.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 15, 2023

Whatever it is that attracts you to Stanford, this blog will help you get to know more about it and whether it will be a good fit for you. In addition to the standard application materials (transcripts, test scores, essays, etc.), Additional Admissions Requirements: Stanford uses the Common App for its applications.

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iSchoolConnect

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The government of Kerala has unveiled an exciting opportunity to benefit over 300 students annually from scheduled categories, granting them the chance to pursue their studies abroad. The Unnathi Scholarship for Overseas Studies, established in partnership with ODEPC (Overseas Development and Employment Promotion Consultants Ltd.),

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Read more about the SAT on our blog ! Study for the SAT and/or the ACT Junior year is the best time to start taking standardized tests for college. Taking tests like this during junior year is a lot less stressful and time consuming than last minute test taking and studying during senior college apps season. Not a Junior?

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 12, 2024

This means that they assess your application as a full package based on many different factors… and with a 5% acceptance rate, you have to shine in every category they look at. Academics Come First The first category you have to slay in is academics. The last academic category is GPA. Brown uses a holistic admissions process.

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Elite Open School

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

As Minerva Programs emphasize skills instead of content, students need not spend time cramming for tests or endlessly memorizing facts that they will soon forget. See original blog post here. “Because of the small class size, I have more time to ask questions to the teacher about difficult concepts as well as assignments.”

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 23, 2024

You should 100% hit all these recommended categories. Test Scores Dartmouth has been technically test-optional for the last few years, but they highly encourage all applicants to submit scores. So, if they want you to submit tests, what should those scores look like? Most schools only “consider” test scores.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 12, 2024

You want to make sure you absolutely eat in these categories. Test Scores Vanderbilt is currently test-optional. This means over 25% of students submitted perfect scores in those categories. We have a ton of blogs on how to write a stellar Common App Essay and we think this one is especially helpful. So should you?

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 18, 2024

You want to shine in all of the categories below, especially those marked “very important” and “important.” We are going to be talking about the first one in this blog. We have a more detailed blog on this , but ideally, you have pursued your academic passions through your extracurriculars. One quick note.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 25, 2023

This blog is about how to get into Trinity College in Connecticut. Characteristics/Personal Qualities This is the only other “very important” category. We have a ton of blogs about writing this essay. A quick note on tests Trinity is test-optional, and when you submit standardized tests, they are only considered.

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SSA Online College Prep

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! The types of questions on the ACT and the SAT are different from each other, but they test a lot of the same things. One may suit your test taking or learning style more than another. Take a practice test of each to find out which is better for you!

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EAB

AUGUST 25, 2023

Blogs The five topics independent school leaders were most curious about in the past year Each year, EAB’s Dedicated Advisors pass scores of questions from independent school leaders to our AskEAB team. We found several categories of research were requested most often within this topic area: Human resources.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 31, 2024

Intellectual potential also includes test scores. Cornell is still test-optional, but they can help you, and Cornell considers them if you choose to submit. We have a ton of blogs about how to write a great essay, and think this one is especially helpful. We also have a blog about it if you need more on the supplement.

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

They break down these categories in their Common Data set. Academics If you noticed, almost everything in “Academic” is “Very Important” (except for standardized testing: more on that later.) Do I need to submit test scores? If you are unsure where to start, we suggest reading this blog. Submit them. It’s a tall order.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 14, 2023

GPA is the hardest category to talk about. If you notice above, standardized test scores are only “considered,” and Hamiton is test-optional, meaning you don’t need to submit scores. We have a ton of blogs about how to write a killer common app essay, but we recommend starting here. Ok, then there is GPA. But should you?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2022

If your artistic skills are not covered by these categories, you are still able to provide links to your work in the additional information section of your Common App. Bear in mind, though, that Princeton’s admissions office notes that they might not have faculty qualified to evaluate art outside those categories, or the time to evaluate it.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 17, 2023

Step 1 - take a full-length practice test to identify what you want to work on. Get more SAT Ⓡ exam tips on our blog. How to Study for the SAT Ⓡ Exam: Everything You Need to Make A Plan When you’re starting to think about applying to college, studying for standardized tests can seem like a huge, intimidating part of the process.

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

They require 18 credits and recommend 23 credits over the following categories: You really should push yourself to complete the recommended credits. Now, if you simply google “Bates Admitted student GPA,” you will find a lot of blogs throwing around 3.88 (unweighted); however, we don’t use that number. But that is not all.

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Princeton College Consulting

MARCH 7, 2023

If you didn’t need to worry about homework, studying for tests, or any other current commitments, what would you do with that free time? (If Non-traditional : Just because your interest doesn’t fit into a traditional category, does not mean you can’t use it to showcase your potential. Return to all blogs They don’t care!

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HelloCollege

MAY 25, 2023

GPA and test scores carry significant weight in college admissions decisions. Unfortunately, many volunteer experiences fall into this category and should not be listed. For more information about college admissions, testing, and practice, read our other blogs or contact us to learn how we can help you!

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 17, 2023

What is Tested on the PSAT? The PSAT stands for Preliminary SAT, and sophomores and juniors take it in October (although there are different tests for 8th and 9th graders). You might be really good at Math, but you might also see after taking the PSAT that it would be good for you to figure out some test-taking strategies.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 16, 2023

Some think pieces, some court case coverage, and the biggest thing: blogs from test prep/college counselor sites giving specific legacy acceptance rates. We don’t admit students based on categories, we don’t release application and acceptance data in a way that suggests we do." So what’s up with legacy admissions?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

You’ll need to count on more than just your GPA and standardized test scores to stand out – which is where your essays come in. If you can, make each of your five things fall under a different category. Some categories to consider: objects that are important to you; people; specific personal values (i.e.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Blogs The 6 most in-demand topics for district leaders last year AskEAB's 6 most popular research requests in 2022-2023 Each year, EAB’s Dedicated Advisors pass hundreds of questions from district leaders and school administrators to our AskEAB team. District policies and management: 28% of requests District management: 16% Other (e.g.,

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The College Solutions Blog

JANUARY 11, 2022

These include the most highly ranked research institutions such as the Ivy League members and others in this category that are gathered at the top of U,S. News & World Report’s rankings in the national university category. Other schools in this category include the most highly ranked liberal arts colleges.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 7, 2023

Information is divided into clear categories that allow teams to quickly scan the text and glean valuable insights: Your student personas will give you an idea of which channels you need to focus your marketing efforts on while also informing your tone and messaging. The image below shows what a student persona document can look like.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

AUGUST 9, 2023

Each point listed in both categories can serve as a potential recruiter question to address—things that similar prospects may wonder about when looking over different school options: Your school can use these types of student persona documents to anticipate prospects’ questions and concerns and develop key messages to address them.

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 4, 2023

The school doesn’t publish much and third-party blogs are only starting to pick up on Wake Forest. But let’s look at that first string of very important admission factors because it's, for lack of a better word, important that they shine in those categories if they are going to be let in. Yes, but keep reading. We love Wake Forest.

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 24, 2023

Note: although this blog is not a car commercial, we’d still like you to imagine the iconic rumble of a Matthew McConaughey voiceover here). The Basics UT-Austin is now test optional. So, kid, you wanna apply to the University of Texas at Austin? Alright, alright, alright. With that, you’ve reached the finish line.

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iSchoolConnect

MAY 9, 2023

Merit scholarships, unlike need-based scholarships, do not have constraints on a student’s financial position; instead, a merit scholarship is a monetary award given by a private […] The post All about JM Sethia Charitable Trust Merit Scholarships 2023 appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & (..)

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DC College Counseling

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

I think it’s safe to say that blogging might be a little bit more sporadic until mid-October, but we’ll get back to our normal posting schedule soon enough :) BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE LAST FEW WEEKS US NEWS MAKES SUBSTANTIAL CHANGES TO METHODOLOGY U.S. No kidding, I have started this post about ten times.

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The Enrollment Marketer

APRIL 4, 2023

Read our blog, HubSpot for Higher Education , to learn about how higher education is using HubSpot to improve student recruitment and retention efforts. How do HubSpot and Slate compare in the following categories? While HubSpot is a powerful content marketing platform, it’s not an application management tool.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 16, 2022

Take the test if you think you can do well. I’m linking to a recent blog post on my Ivy League College Admissions Blog that talks about how to make sure your Common App topic is GOOD, as the choice is that important (and same goes for supplementals and any short answer questions): How to Choose A Topic For Your Common App.

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Niche

MARCH 14, 2023

Want to keep updated about the blog? Whether or not your institution falls into this 80% acceptance category, direct admissions can be a great option because of its potential positive impact on the student experience and enrollment. Sign up for the newsletter! Students are excited about it , and many universities are too.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll break down the UC essay prompts so that you have the tools to nail your application. If you are in the latter category of students, this is a great prompt for you to describe your leadership experience. The post How to Write the UC Essays 2023–2024 appeared first on College Admissions Blog.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 13, 2023

When you’re planning to go to college, one big hurdle is that, for many schools, you must first complete a standardized test (if not a few). Keep reading to discover all of the important differences as well as which test you should take! What is on the ACT test? What is on the SAT test? What is on the ACT test?

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CTK College Coach

JANUARY 30, 2023

How to Build Your List Using GPA, Test Scores, and Acceptance Rates The first step when building a college list is to match your student’s GPA and course rigor with test scores (if applying with test scores), to a school’s acceptance rate to determine the level of selectivity that makes sense for your student.

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