Admissions Village

APRIL 25, 2023

Just 4% of their member colleges in 2022-23 mandated admission test scores, down from 55% in 2019-20.” • In recent weeks, Columbia University, Vassar College, and all of the State Universities of New York (SUNYs) have announced that they will be permanently test-optional. Is it worth it to submit scores? This is not new.

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The College Solutions Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2021

In my last college blog post, I wrote about the pros and cons of applying to college early decision. While students who apply early decision to a college must promise to attend the school, as a practical matter, a college can’t force an accepted student to attend. Here are some of the colleges that offer ED II: American University.

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The College Solutions Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2022

From Applying early decision to college is often a highly effective way to increase the odds of getting accepted at many colleges that offer this admission option. When students apply early decision to a college, they promise that they will attend if the institution accepts them. The admission advantage can be considerable.

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Parry College Counseling: College Admissions Blog

MAY 9, 2022

So happy to share the list of acceptances for my incredibly resilient class of 2022 students! In bold are colleges/universities where at least one student plans to enroll in the fall. This admission season came with some surprises (both positive and negative) and has reinforced the need for students to have balanced college lists.

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DC College Counseling

JANUARY 9, 2024

MILLION This week, a district judge in Washington, DC approved a settlement between The George Washington University and the four students who filed suit against the university. While similar lawsuits have been filed against colleges and universities across the country, many have been dismissed only to be reversed on appeal.

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BestColleges

JULY 31, 2023

Aspiring Black educators can prepare for meaningful work in early childhood education after earning a four-year degree from many schools, including historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). UDC also charges some of the most affordable tuition rates in the DC metro area.

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Admissions Mom

MARCH 6, 2023

It’s not fair that during what should be one of the most exciting journeys of your lives, you’re forced to add anti-trans state legislation, fear of hate crimes, and hostile rhetoric to your long list of things you should be worried about as a teenager who’s applying to college, like applications, essays, testing, course rigor, and acceptances.

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Admissions Mom

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

So, I think, first and foremost, you must find schools that are in safe states and then look for colleges that openly accept queer students. To me, if a college didn’t want to accept me for an essential part of who I am, then I wouldn’t want to go there. But your safety comes first. Look for their college fairs!

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College Essay Guy

JANUARY 3, 2024

Surely there’s more to it than what’s in this one blog post.” Or if you prefer a summary blog post, my friend Jim Houser might have the highlights you need here.) “Is ABC University is a private, out-of-state college for Susie, so no state aid. In fact, some colleges give scholarships to just about everyone they accept.

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Admissions Mom

JUNE 9, 2023

I think, first and foremost, it’s essential you find schools that are safe and that openly accept queer students. So, I think, first and foremost, you must find schools that are in safe states and then look for colleges that openly accept queer students. More Resources: Should I come out in my college essay ?

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