Princeton College Consulting

OCTOBER 1, 2018

The college admissions process has become more holistic over the years, where a 4.0 GPA doesn’t guarantee you admissions anywhere. With that being said, we’ll be real with you – if you have a ridiculously low GPA, your chances of getting into a selective college are slim to none. to account for course difficulty.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 6, 2023

Having a perfect GPA, excellent test scores, and being president of the student body used to almost guarantee admission into one of the world’s best schools. Junior Year Our juniors are typically done with testing by December of junior year. And as the adage goes, “high tides raise all ships.”

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Princeton College Consulting

JUNE 5, 2023

After a grueling junior year filled with AP courses and standardized tests, there is no doubt that soon-to-be high school seniors have earned some rest and relaxation. 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.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2024

You will need to answer questions about your family and your background, list your senior year classes, report your grades, and choose which standardized tests (if any) you want the schools to consider. For instance, did you know that colleges need to be notified if you drop or change classes senior year?

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 20, 2024

If you’re unsure whether to take a tough course because you’re worried about your GPA, discuss it with your counselor and parents. But, colleges want to see you challenge yourself so err on the side of taking that AP course as long as you’re not completely overwhelmed and stressed. Here’s to a great start to your junior year!

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

Consider the requirements early as you go through high school and begin to complete the service hours, meet college prep course requirements, and prepare for standardized tests to ensure you do not miss out on these extra funds!

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 3, 2024

Some universities also have generous merit scholarships when students have a combination of a certain GPA and test scores such as the University of Mississippi and Texas Tech. For some students, standardized tests like the SAT provide an opportunity to showcase their abilities and distinguish themselves from other applicants.

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Princeton College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore how to decide which test to take, begin preparation for testing and build a manageable timeline, and what free resources are available to students studying independently.

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Princeton College Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2023

Ultimately, there is no better way to demonstrate to an admissions committee that you are ready for college level work than to take various AP classes and do well at them.

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University Gurus

MARCH 23, 2024

For others, it refers to a high school specialized in college placement. For others, it might fall somewhere in between, including some test prep services and making sure you pick the right high school classes. At Kate Stone College Consulting, we take a holistic approach to college prep.

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Princeton College Consulting

JUNE 4, 2023

After a grueling junior year filled with AP courses and standardized tests, there is no doubt that soon-to-be high school seniors have earned some rest and relaxation. 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.

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Strategic College Consulting

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Aim for a competitive GPA by excelling in advanced placement (AP), honors, or dual-enrollment courses. Prepare for Standardized Tests : Start early with test prep for the SAT or ACT, and AP exams. Additionally, these students will be much more prepared, and successful, in the college planning and admissions process.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 20, 2023

GPA, don't plan on getting into Princeton. unweighted GPA. Score Big Princeton doesn't publish incoming GPA data, but they do publish a breakdown of what standardized test scores incoming freshmen get. Most legacy applicants use a college consultant at some point in their application process.

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Princeton College Consulting

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

While getting a B in a given honors or AP level course will affect your GPA , it will also say something important about your desire to grow and challenge yourself which colleges will appreciate. The key is finding the perfect balance between what you do both in and out of the classroom where you can do your best work at both.

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Elite Open School

JANUARY 20, 2021

If you are a sophomore or junior, think about ways to demonstrate your academic passion beyond GPA and test scores. The weakest sections of college applications tend to be students’ personal statements and descriptions of their academic passions. What does my community look like and how have I made a difference?”

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 17, 2023

There’s not a whole lot the admissions committee can glean about you from just your resume, GPA, and test scores. All colleges have a personality themselves and they’re trying to attract students who would be a good fit for the vibe. They actually want to know about who you are. It will pay off. You’re in the home stretch!

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Princeton College Consulting

MARCH 8, 2021

Because colleges use GPA's (in context) to sort through applications, many students are painfully aware of their grade average down to a hundredth of a point. Here's a secret though: colleges care very little about hundredths of a point. "What gets measured, get managed" - Peter Drucker. Thanks for reading!

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 26, 2024

She did not have a great GPA, did not have good test scores, did not have a passion, wasn’t planning to play a sport in college, wasn’t a musician, didn’t have a job, wasn’t on student government, and the list went on! We are forever grateful. I remember our first meeting thinking to myself, “Oh no, Q is doomed.”

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Princeton College Consulting

OCTOBER 8, 2024

As classwork resumes, extracurriculars ramp up, and college applications loom for juniors and seniors, the start of the school year can feel both exhilarating and overwhelming. School is back in session, which means a whirlwind of new classes and activities to explore.

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Princeton College Consulting

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Navigating the Future: Understanding Your Child’s Capacity and Desire Learning how to make the most of your time in high school can be a confusing and overwhelming experience. With so many options and decisions to be made, it can be difficult to know where to start.

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