Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MARCH 9, 2024

Note: SOS is an international distress signal: the ship is going down; we are in imminent danger; send help immediately.) At this point, I’m convinced it’s a “me problem.” I mean…you never know. I rent a car and pull up to the exit booth. “Ummm… do you have a map?” “No, Sweetie. “No, Still SOS. No, Sweetie.

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the college spy

AUGUST 30, 2020

The College Spy periodically welcomes guest blogs from other experts and thought leaders on topics we believe will be of interest to parents and students on the journey from high school to higher education. Only then can you make sure it doesn’t happen again. Were you feeling stressed going into the official test?

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the college spy

AUGUST 20, 2020

The College Spy periodically welcomes guest blogs from other experts and thought leaders on topics we believe will be of interest to parents and students on the journey from high school to higher education. Today’s guest blogger is Dale Troy, a College Success Coach and Founder of Crush College Stress.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

You may have picked up on that based on the cooler weather, the preponderance of pumpkins, and possibly… just possibly Christmas music playing in a shop. Do I think they should be fined? Is that what this blog is about? Have a parent, a friend, or another supporting adult you trust “walk the entire plane.”

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

DECEMBER 15, 2023

When you log into your status page, you will see a “View Update” link under the Status Update, and that is where you will see your decision. About 20 minutes after we release decisions, an email will go out to students who have not already checked their status letting them know a decision is available on their status page.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 19, 2024

Duke is a favorite for students looking for a work-hard/play-hard college experience. So whether you are looking for so-called “Southern Ivies,” North Carolina Research Triangle schools, or even just really great basketball opportunities, Duke is a great choice. So, let’s break down what you need to do to get into Duke.

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The Enrollment Marketer

APRIL 17, 2024

As a typical first entry point for prospective students, college websites have always been a crucial instrument in any marketing strategy toolkit. The reality is college websites aren’t going the way of paper viewbooks anytime soon. I scoured the internet to find some of the best college websites, so you wouldn’t have to.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

I appreciate Dr. Nguyen providing well- researched phrasing to what I tried to articulate with fewer citations (but more puns) in my blog : “What are you Strava-ing for?”, What are you chasing—the grade or the preparation? As a high school student, now is a common time to be selecting classes for next year. What is driving me?

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

When you log into your status page, you will see a “View Update” link under the Status Update, and that is where you will see your decision. About 20 minutes after we release decisions, an email will go out to students who have not already checked their status letting them know a decision is available on their status page.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Ultimately, however, they were left out of the four team college football playoff, which will include two teams (Texas and Alabama), who each lost a game this year. Ultimately, however, they were left out of the four team college football playoff, which will include two teams (Texas and Alabama), who each lost a game this year.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 15, 2024

For those of you who have been admitted to UGA, here is a post for you and a chance to comment. Please remember that this is not a blog where you should post statistics or throw fellow students under the bus. In addition, there will be a great deal of information you can access off of your Status page.

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Ivy Central

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In a recent blog , I introduced readers to the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service, or UCAS for short. In this blog, I will go into more detail about the essay, what it is and how to write it. This limitation means that you must express yourself clearly and succinctly, leaving little room for filler.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 27, 2024

Don’t let the name fool you. So, whatever you want to study, they probably have it. If you hope to get into USC, you must be a strong candidate. We want to help by breaking down the most important things to do if you hope to get into USC. We are going to use both here to get a full picture.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

This is my regular reminder that people- both on and off campus- are inevitably going to oppose and disagree with my decisions, priorities, and leadership (or blog topics/opinions), and that I am going to make mistakes. ” As you can imagine, much of my work and goals are quantifiable. Numbers matter.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Not sure what it says about us that this is the one program we can all agree on, but that’s not what this blog is about. So here are three messages students need to hear about college admission, to help you understand the reality. Applying to 5 schools with a 20% admit rate does not give you a 100% chance of being admitted.

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Ivy Central

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

In the last blog, I discussed Grade Point Average or GPA, how it is calculated and how it makes an essential contribution to the profile you present to colleges at application time. If colleges consider your GPA to be important, then you should too. A PowerPoint presentation is only part of the story.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 8, 2024

Why and How to Talk to a College Prep Advisor Online It’s no secret that the college admissions process is long and mind-bogglingly complicated. If you’ve decided to seek independent help to guide you through the process, you’re not alone! In today’s digital world, one great option is working with a college prep advisor online.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MAY 1, 2024

This week we welcome Enrollment Management’s Communications Officer, Amanda Budd, to the blog. In admission and in enrollment management, we talk a lot about this concept of return on investment (ROI), or what you can expect to receive in exchange for spending money on a college education. Welcome, Amanda!

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Ivy Central

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Whether you are in Grades 9, 10, 11 or 12, it’s time to take stock of what you have achieved in recent months and plan for the key months ahead. While there is no ‘right’ way to prepare for applying to college, the pointers in this blog should help you keep on track. If you need help, ask!

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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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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Over the years, I have tried to shine a light on what people often misunderstand in the college admission experience. Report your test scores, tell us which high school you attend, etc. So, yea, when you log into an online platform and begin entering and saving information, this all seems like a standard and basic form.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Re-upping this blog based on a few recent conversations with college and neighborhood friends who have kids in the admission process right now. You may it impersonal– I call it efficient. Regardless, if you are a senior, or you are currently supporting one, I hope you will READ ON! You were shocked?

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SSA Online College Prep

JULY 10, 2023

Find out more on our blog ! How to Remember What You Learn: Make Connections! Experientially-based learning is about to making connections between tools that you learn and understanding how they do (and don’t) relate to one another. and you have no yardstick or rubric by which to decide what to apply. That’s right!

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 21, 2024

Updates to be aware of regarding possible deadlines Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Because of what’s going on with FAFSA, students don’t yet have dependable information about financial aid from their schools. Most colleges do not expect to have data until the end of March. Know your deadlines.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 4, 2024

Yea, if you are thinking, “Wow. We are in the right lane going about 35-40 MPH on a busy four-lane road and headed toward a big intersection. We are going to take a left at this light.” John continues to drive. You need to get into the other lane.” Now, what he should have done was slowly brake. But not John.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MAY 4, 2024

Northwestern University holds high standards for its applicants, and although many schools are now test-optional, standardized testing remains a significant aspect of the college application process. Should I go test-optional? This article provides insights into Northwestern-specific ACT requirements and Northwestern ACT scores.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 22, 2023

When it comes to thinking about prioritizing college applications, your first step should be to make a college application plan. Get more college application tips on our blog ! What should I focus on in my college applications? Get more college and financial aid tips in your inbox!

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 15, 2024

High school and college students who know (or suspect) that law school is in their future don’t have courses to “waste” with pass/fail grades (which I call “GPA killers”) or grades that are Bs that could have been As. Request a copy of your transcript and evaluate it often versus waiting until the tail end of your college career.

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Princeton College Consulting

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Day by day, what you choose, what you think, and what you do is who you become." – Heraclitus In the competitive realm of college admissions, it is your ability to reveal and demonstrate your character that becomes the silver bullet, helping you stand out while separating you from all the rest.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 18, 2024

You might be asking, “Can I even get into Columbia?” Maybe if you have won a Nobel Peace Prize or have the last name Obama, but even then… If you’re applying to Columbia, all you can do is ensure that you are the best candidate you can be. Most colleges publish one Common Data Set document. Go for a 4.0

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MAY 4, 2024

Should I go test-optional? Submitting a high SAT or ACT score can only help an applicant’s chances for admission to a competitive college like Harvard. If your scores fall above the 25th percentile of the school’s range, you should consider submitting your scores. Does Northwestern superscore the SAT?

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The Enrollment Marketer

JANUARY 24, 2023

Which game seems more sophisticated to you: whac-a-mole or chess? Which game did you play over the last year? 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. What’s the difference between blog posts and SEO?

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Ivy College Essay

JANUARY 9, 2024

So, you want to try to get in to Harvard as a transfer student, do you? You think that’s bad? The most important thing, outside your grades and letters of recommendation, is going to be your transfer essays and how you respond to the transfer application prompts. I will go through them here now, one-by-one.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

AUGUST 7, 2023

Choosing the Right Essay Topics Now that you have your strategy, have done all your pre-work, and prepared your Writing Map, it’s time to choose topics for your writing. So you’re really going to be choosing 4-8 topics. See our advice about these materials in Week 4 and these blog posts on arts supplements and academic work samples.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 2, 2024

Located in Princeton, New Jersey, Princeton has been a college longer than America has been a country. If you are into International Affairs, Eating Clubs, or need-blind schools, you probably already have Princeton near the top of your list. But you might be asking yourself, “Can I really get into Princeton?”

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Berkeley² Academy

APRIL 6, 2024

As we move through the Spring semester, more and more college admissions decisions will be available to prospective students. In this blog, we’ll go through what being waitlisted means, what to do about it, and how to strategically move forward with other college decisions.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 26, 2024

News & World Report Best Colleges. We’ll note, however, that the university has a somewhat fraught relationship with college rankings. Recently, peer institutions like Dartmouth College , Yale University , Brown University and Cornell University announced a return to requiring SAT or ACT scores.

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