Bright Futures Blog

JANUARY 3, 2022

Ahh, the college application process… Exploration, hopes, aspirations, deadlines, and… a lot of really inappropriate questions from nosy people. The college admissions process is hard enough for teenagers and their parents without nosy neighbors and acquaintances getting involved. This process can be so vulnerable.

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College Wise

JULY 20, 2023

Are you an LGBTQIA+ student looking for help navigating the college search and application? Read on for inclusive colleges, FAQs, and helpful resources.

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road2college

MAY 31, 2014

When it comes to the college application process, every parent wants to know how much help is too much help. The post How Involved Should Parents Be in the College Application Process? appeared first on Road2College.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

What interferes with students completing a college application? The college application process is a pivotal and often overwhelming experience for high school students. You can also read our first report on college planning and student emotions. ) Not knowing where to start.

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Ruffaloni

MAY 11, 2023

May is college decision time, and we can’t think of a more emotional time in college planning than these next few weeks. With May being Mental Health Awareness Month , we at RNL wanted to reflect on the less popular side of the admissions process—the rejections. Rejection is a natural part of any application process.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 6, 2023

As the last few college offers trickle in it’s time to take a step back and consider what we can glean from the wins and rejections our students have received in the 2022/23 application cycle and the messages being received from different quarters of the college application universe. The future of standardised tests.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 24, 2023

Lately, you’ve probably been hearing about ChatGPT, a new artificial intelligence system that is likely to make an impact everywhere: education, politics, employment, and of course, college admissions. Similarly, the college admissions process, particularly at very selective schools, involves a tremendous number of written essays.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

This coach will be by Sally’s side walking her through the admission process, helping her register for classes, aiding in identifying issues that may cause friction, and ultimately coaching her to graduation and beyond. That means that we optimize and focus our strategy on getting you inquiries that match your ideal applicants.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In the last few months, direct admissions programs at Niche, the College Board, and even state-run higher education programs have received renewed media attention. The number of participating colleges is growing (Niche has grown to over 50 partner schools; the College Board has grown to approximately 70 schools).

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College Essay Guy

APRIL 23, 2024

A lot of students and families fundamentally misunderstand college admissions. Which, considering how nebulous the process can seem, is itself understandable—colleges certainly haven’t made this a straightforward process. TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) College admissions as identification of future potential?

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 7, 2024

colleges, drawn by the promise of an excellent education and increased professional opportunities. from abroad, however, applying to these schools can feel incredibly complicated, especially as application processes often differ from those in their home countries. For students coming to the U.S. APPLYING TO U.S.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 25, 2024

Over the past two decades, Top Tier Admissions has helped hundreds of students achieve their college dreams through our intensive 4-day program. From class selection advice to initial application strategy guidance to standardized testing strategies, consider this report your personalized blueprint for success. Focused on the UCs?

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ACM College Consulting

APRIL 23, 2024

For rising seniors, summer represents a time of exploration, relaxation, and, importantly, college planning. With application deadlines on the horizon, the summer months are an opportunity for seniors to map out their college application plan and gather and complete most of the application materials.

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Scoir

APRIL 13, 2024

The college search and application process is more confusing and overwhelming than in years past. If you’re the parent/guardian of a high school junior approaching the uphill portion of the college planning process, addressing the question of ownership early on can help ensure less stress for you and your student.

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Ivy College Essay

MAY 14, 2024

Best Pre-Med Colleges in the US Choosing the best pre-med college in the US can be a difficult choice, especially if you don’t have the right information. And now, here’s a look at some of the top pre-med colleges in the US. PLEASE NOTE, THESE ARE NOT IN RANKED ORDER, and are just how they came to me when writing.

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BestColleges

MAY 16, 2024

Drexel University is offering a renewable scholarship to all qualifying community college graduates for 50% off tuition. Originally, the Drexel Promise was open only to New Jersey and Pennsylvania community college graduates. community colleges 50% off tuition. No other forms or applications are required.

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College Transitions

APRIL 8, 2024

As we enter the 2024-25 cycle, the American college admissions process continues to be insanely competitive at the very top. Schools that are considered “elite” and “prestigious” are attracting more applicants than ever before.

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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. Does UGA look at everything in a student’s file in the EA process, or are you only looking at the academic areas? I don’t know. I really don’t.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

In this blog post, we'll explore the process of applying for financial aid as an international student at U.S. Understanding Financial Aid Options Before diving into the application process, it's important to understand the types of financial aid available for international students: 1. However, the cost of attending a U.S.

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Colorado State University

DECEMBER 22, 2023

No matter which stage of the college search/application process you are in, there can be a lot of information to sift through. Best blogs for the early college search Maybe you or your student is still in high school, just dipping some toes into the college search process. Where to start? Think again.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 15, 2024

Core Academic Information : In looking at the academic data for our accepted applicants, approximately 91% of their core grades are A’s, and 8+% are B’s. A majority of our scholarships will also go out today, and we will anticipate finishing the scholarship awarding process in early April.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The Common App, which is used by over 1,000 colleges and universities, has confirmed that when the next first-year application cycle formally begins on August 1, 2024, its main essay prompts will remain the same as those on this year’s Common App. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

citizens currently cannot submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online, but one workaround exists. While not widely utilized, prospective and current college students have always been able to submit the FAFSA form through the mail. Students whose parents are either undocumented or not U.S.

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BestColleges

MARCH 22, 2024

The Department of Education is encouraging colleges and universities to adjust their decision deadlines due to the delays. The Department of Education (ED) is urging colleges and universities to extend enrollment and payment deadlines for students amid delays in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process.

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Great College Advice

MAY 11, 2024

Four Benefits of Online College Counseling It’s no secret that the college admissions process can be confusing, stressful, and expensive. With all the variables out there, it’s no wonder that more and more people are seeking online college counseling. What is online college counseling? That is very understandable!

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 3, 2024

Dartmouth College , an Ivy League institution nestled in Hanover, New Hampshire, was ranked #18 (tied with Vanderbilt) in the 2024 U.S. The college’s tight-knit community, characterized by its strong alumni network and traditions like the iconic Winter Carnival, fosters lifelong connections and a sense of belonging.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 15, 2024

More and more, college admissions is becoming a game. The days when kids simply submitted applications and waited for a response based on the merits of their application are long gone. As colleges and universities act more and more like businesses, they demand more than just an application from their prospects.

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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! How does online college counseling work? It’s normal to be a bit nervous!

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Solomon Admissions

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The college application process can be a stressful and overwhelming experience for both high school students and their parents. However, with the right approach, the process can be made less frustrating and the results more successful with some thoughtful planning. Remember, it doesn’t begin in your child’s senior year.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ), which so many college applicants, students, their families depend on in order to acquire much-needed aid for the cost of a college education, has completely failed this admissions cycle after undergoing a botched redesign and relaunch by the US Department of Education.

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Solomon Admissions

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

As you approach your senior year of college you begin preparations for college application season. You may tour multiple campuses over the summer or watch video upon video on the application process. The first question to address on this journey is what is the Common Application?

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 14, 2024

While we often discuss future goals with students during their sophomore year, juniors still have some time to plan for college. Not to be, like, so dramatic, but junior year is your last chance to enhance your profile before starting the college application process. So, let's dive into what you can do.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 10, 2024

Duke accepted a total of 2,790 students from a pool of 54,191 applicants. of applicants were accepted. Of those admitted during Regular Decision, 1,592 were accepted into its liberal arts division, Trinity College, while the other 392 were admitted to the Pratt School of Engineering, a Top 20 Engineering school.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 18, 2024

Recent reports from elite institutions like Tufts University , Yale University , and Vanderbilt University paint a stark picture of the financial burden facing students and families seeking to attend college. ARE PRIVATE COLLEGES WORTH THEIR COLLEGE TUITION? COLLEGE TUITION: THE GOOD NEWS The good news?

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 9, 2024

At Top Tier Admissions our goal is to help make the college admissions process more transparent and in this case, as we dive into acceptance rates data and admissions statistics from this most recent application cycle, we noticed a few UC admissions trends that we felt compelled to share with you. After all, knowledge is power.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 15, 2024

Today’s law school applicants are different. Today’s law school applicants are increasingly socially conscious, more mindful of others, stronger contributors in their local communities and on the whole, less driven by power and prestige. College is where the prep for that starts. In 2010 , a study of U.S. What are you missing?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

APRIL 2, 2024

If you don’t get into your first choice college, don’t be discouraged — there’s more than one way to a destination! Venturing into the transfer admission process can feel daunting, and is a significant choice that requires careful consideration. Transferring from one college to another is more common than you may think.

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