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Breaking Down the 2022-2023 Admission Season

Simply Admissions

Long-time blog readers know what that means: another blog post breaking down this year’s admissions landscape. Increase in Part-Time Readers Part-time readers are exactly what the name implies: outside hires that work part-time during the busy season to read applications. What does this mean for students?

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Is It “Okay” to Talk About Race in Your College Application and Essays—And If So, How Should You Do It?

College Essay Guy

In late June, the Supreme Court banned affirmative action as it relates to college admission (also known as race-conscious admission policies), leaving many students wondering… “Can I talk about race in my personal statement and college application?” Yes, you definitely can (see rest of blog for more). “.And And should I?”

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Thirteen New Apply Texas Essay A Tell Us Your Story Examples

Tex Admissions

UT-Austin requires first-time freshman applicants beginning with Spring/Fall 2021 to submit the following Apply Texas Essay A. Some relate to their first choice majors while others have no relation to college or their future goals. Lack of acceptance is like a hungry pit in your stomach; acceptance is like rich paneer.

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What the Heck are "Hooks" and "Institutional Priorities"?

College Essay Guy

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? How are colleges influenced by their history and mission?