Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Visiting colleges during your high school spring break allows you to see the university in session, filled with students engaged in their activities, and campus culture on full display. COLLEGE CAMPUS VISITS Campus visits are typically available by registration on the admissions page of a university’s website.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Need some help building your college list? The Common Data Set might be your new best friend! It's a document with statistics and valuable information on nearly every 4-year college and university in the US. What kind of financial aid does a particular college offer, and how much can I maybe get? And guess what?

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 1, 2024

Learn how to compare SAT scores ! Find out the 25th to 75th percentile SAT scores for top national universities ! Find out the 25th to 75th percentile SAT scores for top liberal arts colleges ! Learn how to improve your SAT scores ! Read more college admissions tips on our blog !

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Ivy Central

JULY 21, 2022

The road to submitting your college applications is a long one. The students with the best outcomes are those that have been working towards their applications throughout high school, so in this article, I’m going to look at what students from different grades should be doing to make the most of the time available over the summer.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MAY 1, 2024

In this blog, we explore how to start a student ambassador program in higher education, exploring best practices, challenges to anticipate, and strategies for maximizing the program’s impact. How does that work? One potent yet underutilized strategy is the implementation of a Student Ambassador Program. To what end?

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 27, 2024

Learn about what exactly is the college essay ! Get advice on finding the perfect topic for your college essay and more! Get tips on the do’s and don’ts of writing the college essay! Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! How is it representative of who you are?

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Peterson's Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Having higher test scores is one of the best ways to gain admission into your dream college and possibly even obtaining highly sought-after scholarship money. Here’s what you’ll find with a test prep subscription through Peterson’s. Read more on how our Essay Review works ! Want to improve your writing skills?

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Ivy Central

DECEMBER 7, 2022

How does it happen so fast, here we are in December and for many students it is already halfway through the academic year! While there is no ‘right’ way to prepare for applying to college, the pointers in this blog should help you keep on track. Will it be helpful for what you want to study at college or university?

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The Enrollment Marketer

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you think about enrollment marketing as a chess game, you can see how the pieces fit together and why it’s important to think with the end in mind. Each piece was designed for a specific role and can be super effective, but the best results happen when they all work together in a unified approach. It’s chess, right?

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

I have survived the late night feedings, the endless soccer/swimming/dance/whatever else events, the lengthy “discussions” about cleaning their rooms, and teaching them how to drive a car. And I have also survived the college search process for both of my kids, and we still talk to each other!

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 15, 2024

We know that you have a number of other strong college options and suggest you focus on the other great opportunities that are ahead rather than on a denial from UGA. We know that you have a number of other strong college options and suggest you focus on the other great opportunities that are ahead rather than on a denial from UGA.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 30, 2023

We’ve seen way, way too many students build dangerously top-heavy college lists —like Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, MIT, and … hm, guess I’ll add UC Irvine (28ish% acceptance rate) as a safety? To help you out, we've compiled this blog post on the easiest colleges to get into in the US. Let's get started!

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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. GPA doesn’t guarantee you admission to any college, nor do perfect SATs. Selective colleges are not looking for individuals who merely dabble in different areas.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 31, 2024

Let’s break down how to do it. How does Cornell review your application? They also publish how they rate the importance of different factors as part of a document that they publish yearly called the Common Data Set. How have you demonstrated your passion for learning? There is a lot to love about Cornell.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 9, 2024

College is a great option. A college degree is also not required to secure a stable, high-paying job. Also, you can complete most trade school programs in two years or less for a fraction of the cost of obtaining a four-year college degree. How do you know whether it’s the right path for you? What do you learn?

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Admissions Mom

JANUARY 5, 2024

Every year lots and lots of applicants are deferred from some of their favorite colleges. And, there are lots of amazing schools still taking applications, where you can find and be your awesome self – I’ll be making posts throughout the semester with lists of colleges still accepting applications. Don’t let this be you.

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BestColleges

MAY 23, 2023

Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) offer MSW programs that provide a unique and important focus on the well-being of Black Americans and communities of color. Historically Black colleges and universities address the issue of racism in social work by providing a rare and important emphasis on the Black perspective.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 30, 2024

Columbia College is the undergraduate liberal arts college of Columbia University, and SEAS is the undergraduate college of engineering. The university is home to nearly 35,000 students, 6,700 of whom are in Columbia College or SEAS. If Columbia is your first-choice college, send us an email.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MARCH 4, 2024

Reading Time: 9 minutes Not so long ago, students who had been accepted to a college or university might expect a phone call, an invitation to an open house, and perhaps some brochures or a catalogue in the mail. Repeatedly promoting your selling points at this stage can have the unintended effect of seeming impersonal or oppressive.

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Admitted

AUGUST 11, 2022

iStock Editor’s note: A version of this column was first published on the Minerva Project blog. In the United States, summer is time for a much-deserved school break, family vacations, and for many students — college campus tours. In fact, some students visit so many colleges over the summer it’s dizzying.

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Admitted

AUGUST 11, 2022

Editor’s note: A version of this column was first published on the Minerva Project blog. In the United States, summer is time for a much-deserved school break, family vacations, and for many students — college campus tours. In fact, some students visit so many colleges over the summer it’s dizzying.

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Princeton College Consulting

MARCH 10, 2023

As I started thinking about how I wanted to approach writing this post, a famous quote from the movie “The Imitation Game” with Benedict Cumberbatch came to mind: “Sometimes it is the people no one imagines anything of who do the things that no one can imagine.” Is that really the best way to figure out if a school will be a good fit for you?

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The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 3, 2023

While CMU might be best known for its STEM majors, the university offers a wide array of programs across several schools. Last year it was around an 11% acceptance rate —it has never been more important to put your best foot forward when it comes to the CMU supplement. So let’s talk about how to approach these essays.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

AUGUST 9, 2023

This is a great time to consider how you can best reach them—which platforms to focus on and whether or not you’ll face any language barriers. Reading Time: 10 minutes Improving your student recruitment strategy is a big step in boosting your school’s enrollment numbers, making it an essential part of your marketing efforts.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 14, 2022

WHAT EACH IVY LEAGUE COLLEGE IS KNOWN FOR. Each Ivy League college has its own niche. In other words, what each Ivy League college is known for in terms of reputation. The following is a very brief list detailing each Ivy League school and what specific programs or majors it is best known for around the world.

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 16, 2023

Find out more on our blog ! How Should You Prepare for Your College Interview? You’ve scheduled your first college interview - you’re meeting them at a local cafe, at the school during a campus tour, or even on Zoom. Want more college/financial aid tips directly in your inbox?

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 29, 2024

And what you really want to know is: How is STEM different from science? Should you choose a STEM major in college? How do you know if STEM is right for you? We answer all of them in this blog post. Why are STEM fields so important these days? What can you do with a STEM degree? Great questions! Let’s talk it through.

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Princeton College Consulting

APRIL 21, 2023

How Much is Too Much? In a recent survey of 2,300 parents by consulting firm EAB, it found that 75% of parents want direct communications from colleges. Additionally, 48% of students named parents or guardians as one of their five most trusted sources of information on choosing a college—up 11 percent from 2020.

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EAB

JANUARY 23, 2023

Blogs 4 tips to improve your college's behavioral intervention team As concerns about student well-being and mental health have risen dramatically in recent years, the impact of this trend can be seen in the caseload and complexity of behavioral intervention team (BIT)/CARE team work. Download the BIT/CARE team assessment 2.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MARCH 15, 2023

Succeeding with email requires knowing which types of emails to send and using industry best practices to stand out. In this case, they may have conducted a quick Google search about a relevant topic and discovered your website’s blog, which led them to your program page.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

AUGUST 23, 2023

Dartmouth College asks applicants to answer three supplemental essay prompts, each quirkier than the last. If you’re applying to Dartmouth, you might find their unusual essay prompts intimidating. In this post, we’ll break down how to answer each of the Dartmouth supplemental essays. You’ll want to choose wisely!

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Bright Futures Blog

JANUARY 31, 2022

Are you wondering how you’ll navigate your student’s college admissions process? Moreover, there are a lot of college consultants advertising their services. This may have you wondering how to choose the best person for your student and family. . 4 Tips For Hiring A College Consultant.

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 25, 2023

The Tufts supplement is pretty manageable — just 2 questions — but they’re looking for a specific type of student, so we’ll dive into how you should tackle these responses to have the best shot at acceptance. It’s like a failed promposal — if your date finds out they were the back-up plan, they aren’t gonna go with you.

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The Koppelman Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Like many schools in the elite liberal arts tier, Davidson College is a small, academically rigorous private institution. Luckily, Davidson has two supplemental essay prompts — both short and pretty straightforward — so you’ll have a chance to say why you’d be a great fit. Located in the town of (you guessed it!) Great news, kids.

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College Essay Guy

JANUARY 25, 2024

If you’re considering pursuing an MBA, your options for MBA programs are numerous: full-time, online, part-time, in-person, accelerated, 4+1, dual degree, international, executive… So, it may take time to choose the best path for you. As you evaluate each option, you’re also likely to wonder: How long does it take to get an MBA?

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 19, 2024

Your AP scores are not just a way to place into advanced coursework or test out of requirements in college, they are also a pivotal asset in college admissions. AP Exam Tutoring Our tutors offer customized tutoring designed to fit the needs of each student. You’re not alone. is crucial to score points on both sections!

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Niche

MARCH 14, 2023

Want to keep updated about the blog? Applying to college is a very expensive, long, and cumbersome process that takes hours of your time. Applying to college is a very expensive, long, and cumbersome process that takes hours of your time. I like how efficient and easy the Niche process was – it got right to the point.

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