The Koppelman Group

APRIL 2, 2024

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?” If you are serious about Princeton, you need to be a top candidate. You should try to as well.

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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. Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Make the most of your summer and get a head start on your college applications! Juniors, you have a big summer ahead of you!

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 15, 2024

It can be useful to look up law schools that you love or that you’ve heard of and gauge what their most recent law school class profile shows for undergraduate GPA averages. NYU notes that for their Class of 2023 entering JD profile of 430 full time students, the undergraduate GPA 75 th percentile was 3.96, 50 th percentile was 3.90

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 12, 2024

This means you have to be the best candidate you can be if you are serious about Brown. How can you be it? We are so glad you asked. 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.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 3, 2024

Have you memorized every word of The Gladiator ? Are you fascinated by Greek mythology? Do you dream of summer excavations in Italy or Greece? As a Classics major, you will have the opportunity to dive into a rigorous study of the ancient Mediterranean world through language, literature, art, and archaeology.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As you can imagine, making and managing money applies to… every organization that exists, basically. Between the volume of aspiring business-people and the breadth of business as a field of study, you’ll want to start preparing your resume early (yes, as early as the summer after 9th grade!) Use your summer breaks strategically.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 7, 2024

So, if you hope to get into Yale, you need to make sure you are a top candidate. But how can you do that? We’re so glad you asked. They want to see advanced classes on your transcript. This could mean IB, AP, honors, or dual enrollment classes. However, take this with a grain of salt.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 23, 2024

The school has many unique offerings, such as a calendar with four 10-week sessions each year, creating flexibility for students to take on work, internships, vacations, and study abroad opportunities on their own schedule. While no one is guaranteed a spot, there are things that you can do to help your chances as an applicant.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 12, 2024

So, if you are considering applying to Vanderbilt, being a top candidate has never been more important. But how can you ensure that? We’re so glad you asked. Let's break down what it takes to be a top Vanderbilt applicant. You want to make sure you absolutely eat in these categories. So should you?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 21, 2024

So, you want to get into Harvard? In case you live under a rock, Harvard is an Ivy League university in Boston… sorry we mean Cambridge, Massachusetts. They have fabulous academics, high-class research, and a tradition of excellence. They have fabulous academics, high-class research, and a tradition of excellence.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

In my last blog, Creating an Environment for Success , I shared strategies that enrollment leaders should employ to effectively manage their teams while meeting the challenges brought by declining student enrollment. They are also tools that you can use to keep your employees engaged in and excited about their work.

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Ivy Central

AUGUST 31, 2022

Grade 9 is also the time to put in place good study practices, ones that will take you through the remainder of your education. In this blog, I will share five top tips to help you make Grade 9 the best yet. A starting point for this should be encouraging your son or daughter to participate in class actively.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

There’s a seemingly never-ending list of dental school requirements to meet, including taking certain prerequisites, achieving a high GPA and strong DAT score, dental volunteering, community service, and so on. You have to do things well to impress admissions committees, especially to get accepted to the best dental programs.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 27, 2023

This marks the beginning of a five-part series on Claremont Colleges Part 1: This introductory blog will start with Pomona College. Pomona College is known for its small class sizes, personalized attention, and rigorous academic programs. For the class of 2023, Pomona will offer admission to 757 students who come from 48 U.S.

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Taking the PSAT is a great way to get used to standardized testing before the SAT! Plan classes for next semester or year that will demonstrate to colleges that you work hard and challenge yourself. Research colleges and programs that might interest you! Look for a summer job or class !

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Take time to study for and take the SAT or ACT ! Take AP courses and follow up with the exams! 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 !

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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.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 12, 2024

Around 6,700 undergraduate students attend classes at Harvard’s urban location in Cambridge, MA, where 97% of students will live on-campus for all four years. HARVARD ACCEPTANCE RATE: HIGHEST IN FOUR YEARS AS APPLICATION NUMBERS FALL Harvard accepted 3.59% of Regular Decision applicants to its Class of 2028, or 1,245 students.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 31, 2024

If you are dreaming of joining the Big Red community, you might be asking yourself, “Can I get into Cornell?” If you are serious about going to Cornell, you have to be a great candidate. Have you challenged yourself in the curriculum and opportunities available to you? You should meet all of these.

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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. We are going to be talking about the first one in this blog.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 31, 2023

You are about to finish your sophomore year and become a *rising junior* and all that entails. You know, from your older friends and family scaring you, that junior and senior year get intense. And so in preparation for this more challenging year, you might be tempted to take it easy this summer. Do nothing.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Named for Alexander Hamilton, you know, the “not giving up my shot” guy, the college is a quintessential Northeastern small school. Impressively, 72% of their classes have fewer than 19 students, and 28% have fewer than 9. But if you are nervous about being able to get in, we have some tips and tricks for you.

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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. The more specific you can get, the better. Consider a tutor if you have trouble focusing, aren't sure what to work on, or want outside accountability. Use the summer - or the time you're spending inside during stay-at-home orders - wisely.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 11, 2023

If you are looking at iconic Northeastern small schools, you have probably already checked out Middlebury. For the Class of 2026 , their acceptance rate was 9%. While their early acceptance rate was a little better at 15%, getting into Middlebury is competitive (however you apply). Let’s break them down.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 25, 2023

Your goal score depends on two things: What score are you starting with? How much do you already know about Reading, Writing, and Math ? The way you talk to your student about the SAT affects how they perform. Read more on Socratic Summer Academy’s blog. What Should My Goal SAT Score Be?

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

If you’re hoping to major in psychology, you don’t have to sit around and wait until college to dive right into dream analysis and criminology. Read We’ll always start by suggesting you go on a book haul because the easiest way to broaden your knowledge of a subject is to read its prominent literature.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MAY 25, 2023

Without college essays and extracurricular activities lists, colleges would be limited to grades, class rank, and ACT and SAT scores to make their admissions decisions. In the meantime, please let us know how we can help you crack the the college admissions code. You can also learn more about our 1-on-1 college admissions support here.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 28, 2023

If you’ve been following our 9th Grade Summer Plans series on the blog, you probably realize that this is our third post on a seemingly related course of study after Business and Economics. Do we really need another , you might ask? Well, yes, actually, unless you want to be responsible for the next Big Short.

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SSA Online College Prep

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

SSA offers services that can help you make sense of it all ! Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! When looking at applying to a chosen school, you may be wondering what GPA will get you in. If you earned a 4.0 What Should I Aim For? It turns out the answer is not so simple.

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Solomon Admissions

DECEMBER 27, 2022

There you are. Sitting at your desk listening to your teacher go on and on about the Pythagorean Theorem and why it is important to master so that you test well and can get into college. Per usual, you struggle to focus and your mind starts to wander. Are there clubs that you can join that are selective in nature?

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SSA Online College Prep

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Resume breakdown Here are some key elements you will want to include on your resume: Heading This should include your personal information, including your name, address, phone number, and email address. Learn about what a college resume is! What is a College Resume?

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 14, 2023

You’ve read them all and maybe even have some hot takes. If you can’t tell from our use of five-dollar words, we have great respect for the academics who navigate the written word. Reading Are you making fun of us for suggesting that you, a potential English major, should read books? We’re just being helpful.

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Discovery College Consulting

MAY 3, 2023

If you’re a high school senior, May is a very busy month: you’re preparing for the end of the school year both academically (taking AP, IB, and final exams) and socially (going to prom and graduation and participating in other rituals/traditions). Additionally, you’ve now decided which college you will attend.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 15, 2024

Regardless, over one million students take the SAT every year, and it remains one of the most crucial factors for earning admission to colleges. What unique opportunities or challenges have you experienced throughout your high school career that have shaped who you are today?” and asks students to answer in 250-300 words.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 11, 2023

You might be wondering, “Is it too early to think about college?” MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS: TOP TIPS TO PREPARE FOR YOUR FUTURE Identify the high school that is the best fit for you. What is the average class size and student-teacher ratio? GET STARTED Consider taking the SAT or ACT. Prepare for rigorous coursework.

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Marks Education

APRIL 18, 2023

For more information on the new version of the test, check out our blog on the new digital SAT ( LINK ). Read the following FAQs if you are a current US high school student. If you’re in the class of 2026, the paper test will be discontinued before your testing window begins. Should you wait for the digital test and take that?

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

So low, you might ask yourself, “Can I even get into Bates?” It’s a good question and one that we want to help you answer by breaking down the ins and outs of how to get into Bates College. These are how you will be evaluated. Some of these factors you cannot change. And you should when applying to competitive schools.

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