Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MARCH 9, 2024

Because I make this drive regularly, I did not need or use WAZE or Google Maps. I pulled up my boarding pass from the Delta App and noticed that my phone was showing a “SOS message” in the top right corner. My vibrating watch alarm went off. After 20 years of marriage, I’ve learned the hard way not to set an audible alarm before 6 a.m.

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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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Inside Emory Admission

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

For example, Dongshen will transition from Oxford College (OX) to the Atlanta campus in 2024 (24OX) and plans to graduate from Emory College (C) in 2026 (26C). For example, Dongshen will transition from Oxford College (OX) to the Atlanta campus in 2024 (24OX) and plans to graduate from Emory College (C) in 2026 (26C).

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Inside Emory Admission

APRIL 24, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll review a few cool classes you may take during your academic career at Emory University. This course (MUS_OX 213), which is offered through Emory’s Oxford College, delves into the history of gospel, exploring how communication ignites social engagement through symbolic forms.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 8, 2024

You’re probably thinking about all of the things that you want to say, all of your accomplishments, how motivated and inspired you are, and all of the ways that you can be an asset to this wonderful school… but have you stopped for a moment to consider all of the things you don’t want to say? Don’t avoid eye contact - make eye contact.

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Niche

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Want to keep updated about the blog? Travel activities, high school visits, and college fairs were cited as less influential and weren’t used as often to discover and learn about new colleges. Of students who met with colleges during a small group meeting, 39% said that it could significantly affect their interest.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2022

But you know what I’m most excited about, right?!” It’s sweet on most days, moderately offensive on others, and tempting to look into occasionally. Good times were had and only one slight injury occurred. I mainly just supplied food, cleaned up, and sought refuge when the music started. So, what did you get?” When are y’all going?

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Princeton College Consulting

JUNE 5, 2023

At the same time, it is impossible to deny that the season of college applications have begun, and that savvy applicants will take advantage of the summer. Do these 8 things over the summer to increase your chances of admission to your top choice colleges and minimize stress later this fall. If it is not authentic, it probably won’t.

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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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Niche

APRIL 24, 2023

Want to keep updated about the blog? With the upcoming Supreme Court decision around using race in admissions looming this summer it’s important for colleges to proactively find ways to maintain their gains through incentives for low-income and first-generation students, among whom underrepresented minorities are overrepresented.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 5, 2024

Make your senior year easier by preparing for college applications this summer! Make sure you have the test score you need. Finalize your college list. Bulk up your college resume with meaningful activities. Get a head start on your college essay. Read more college admissions tips on our blog !

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Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 31, 2023

As a college admissions advisor, I am often asked this exact question. Most jobs available to high school students are in a service-related industry. I worked as a server and bartender for 11 years; essentially all throughout high school and college (I was on the 6-year undergrad track). Wait for it……they should be having fun.

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SSA Online College Prep

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Get help from your teachers, parents, and college advisors! Keep your eyes on the prize by visiting college campuses! Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! How to Stay Focused for College Applications For many students, the college admissions process is a daunting time filled with uncertainty.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 9, 2024

TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) Blue Lake Programs Blue Lake’s International Exchange How much does Blue Lake cost? How to apply to Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp FAQ about Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp Blue Lake Programs Summer Camp is for students in grades 5-12 and lets students choose a “major” and a “minor.” In a national forest!

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EAB

AUGUST 28, 2023

Blogs Most strategic plans fail to set useful goals. Why these mistakes make it impossible to meet institutional objectives. And yet not fixing them will make it impossible to achieve your institutional objectives. Everyone agrees that a strategic plan should set clear institutional goals.

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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.” Attending a class during a college campus visit can provide several benefits.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 7, 2023

Read on for the inside scoop on how your school can effectively embrace multi-channel marketing. In fact, it’s crucial to any marketing activity—making it a priority for your school. Reading Time: 9 minutes Schools today need to have an active online presence to attract prospects.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 9, 2024

We sometimes get asked whether college is worth it. And our answer is generally yes, though some colleges and degrees are, at least from a financial perspective, more worth it than others (we’ll get into some of that below). But we also know you don’t have to go to college to have a successful career. Good questions!

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CTK College Coach

MARCH 8, 2023

Should I Attend College Fairs? One of my favorite college fairs is coming up in NYC this weekend, featuring a consortium of colleges known as the Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL). If there is a map of the booths available before you arrive, make a visual plan/order for visiting. You can still register here.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For UGA Admissions, early October brings out a wide range of questions about the UGA Early Action process, so here is an FAQ on the most prevalent questions out there at this time. Should I apply Early Action or Regular Decision? I don’t know. I really don’t. It is actually up to you whether you should apply for EA or RD.

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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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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Make a college list and tour schools that you want to go to! Research colleges, programs, and scholarships that might interest you! Read more about the SAT on our blog ! Read more about the SAT on our blog ! Here are 5 things to do during junior year to best prep yourself for college applications and admissions.

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Between balancing classes, homework, extracurriculars, and other commitments, most students struggle to find time during the school year for additional opportunities. Finally, you can prepare for AP/IB exams by creating a detailed study plan (ex: how many units, chapters, or concepts will you cover each week?).

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DC College Counseling

MARCH 30, 2023

When you’re touring a college campus, it’s easy to get distracted. But did you know that small details can actually send big messages about a college? On your next campus visit, be on the lookout for these subtle clues. These ads will show the kinds of events taking place on campus and how students are getting involved.

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Inside Emory Admission

JUNE 15, 2023

When you’re deciding on where to go to college, it might be difficult to figure out how universities differ from each other in meaningful ways. And no, not all colleges are the same!) It might also be hard to envision yourself in certain environments–how will you know the right school when you see it?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JULY 20, 2023

If you are a rising junior, the most important thing you can be doing right now to prepare for college is recharging and heading into the school year rested and ready. Additionally, it is the last entire grade you will complete before applying to and being considered for college (I know. That’s perfect.

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Visiting colleges is an exciting step to envision yourself where you will want to be in the next four years as a college student. Viewing pictures and reading blogs can’t beat the real deal. A typical college visit consists of an informational session with an admission representative followed by a campus tour.

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Princeton College Consulting

JUNE 4, 2023

At the same time, it is impossible to deny that the season of college applications have begun, and that savvy applicants will take advantage of the summer. Do these 8 things over the summer to increase your chances of admission to your top choice colleges and minimize stress later this fall. If it is not authentic, it probably won’t.

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Niche

APRIL 14, 2023

Want to keep updated about the blog? Remarketing audiences can be built from any page on your website or pulled together from your inquiries, but how do you reach the students and parents showing interest while on Niche? They’re actively researching colleges and may not have taken the next steps to request information, visit, or apply.

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EAB

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Most higher education leaders are just beginning to realize the long-term impact these mental health concerns could have on enrollment and student success—and just how underprepared their institutions are to meet the challenge. College Pulse Survey, Spring 2022. What the mental health crisis means for student success leaders.

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Niche

JANUARY 26, 2023

Want to keep updated about the blog? Barriers and Challenges Faced By Underrepresented Students The biggest barrier to their college search was an inability to visit colleges. Underrepresented students were much more likely to say that they were unable to visit any colleges. Sign up for the newsletter!

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The Enrollment Marketer

JANUARY 24, 2023

Chess players, on the other hand, have their plan mapped out and each move they make is deliberate and strategic. Chess players, on the other hand, have their plan mapped out and each move they make is deliberate and strategic. What’s the difference between blog posts and SEO? It’s chess, right? Without it…you lose the game.

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EAB

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Blogs Americans’ trust in higher ed has reached a new low. Here’s how to navigate the ongoing confidence crisis. Gallup’s most recent poll revealed a concerning trend: only 36 percent of Americans have “a great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in higher education. But these stats have gone from intimidating to concerning.

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EAB

MARCH 24, 2023

Blogs Why advancement employees leave (and how leaders can fix it) By Brad Shafer Recent turnover in higher ed is historic and expansive. But beyond structure, how are we making our office culture better for those involved? Pay gaps and low compensation are not only frustrating; they can contribute to burnout.

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BestColleges

APRIL 15, 2024

One of the hallmarks of a college tour is learning about the school's history, including its age. That's the case with the University of Oxford — one of the world's most prestigious universities. Still, that would make Oxford University older than the Aztec Empire by almost 100 years!

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MAY 25, 2023

In most cases, you immediately recognize the quote (like the one above) or the person to whom it’s attributed. This particular situation had us curious because: Most high school students don’t have signature lines. Don’t make me pull this car over.” College Scorecard – This site is hosted by the U.S.

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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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