Top Tier Admissions

MAY 9, 2024

This turmoil came to a head at Columbia University , which has cancelled its main graduation ceremony after weeks of protests at the Ivy League college’s campus, ending in police action and student arrests. The Ivies are making headlines again, but not in a good way. Who else should make this list? Let us know in the comments!

Ivy League 87

Ivy League Standardized Testing Tuition Out-of-State 87

Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

It is a public research university located in Williamsburg, Virginia, USA. Location The College of William & Mary is a public research university in Williamsburg, Virginia. The Sir Christopher Wren Building at William & Mary is the oldest college building still standing in the United States.

Early Decision 130

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Virginia is a vibrant state with a rich history, diverse culture, and a thriving business environment. Known as "Old Dominion," Virginia fosters a culture of leadership and innovation, making it an ideal place to pursue a master of business administration (MBA) degree. and a rise in labor force participation to 66.6%.

Programs 52

Programs Bachelor's Degree Financial Aid Tuition 52

College Transitions

JULY 5, 2023

Any list of the top colleges in the U.S. South will typically start with names like Duke, Vanderbilt, UNC-Chapel Hill, and the University of Virginia. Somewhat hidden toward the end of this generally-accepted “top-tier” is.

Acceptance 98

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BestColleges

AUGUST 25, 2023

Attending a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in Virginia offers a myriad of benefits to students in Virginia and beyond. Living in Virginia while you study means you can visit Shenandoah National Park, enjoy historical sites, or relax by the ocean at Virginia Beach when you're not at school.

Financial Aid 52

Financial Aid Retention Tuition Out-of-State 52

DC College Counseling

JANUARY 25, 2024

BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK VIRGINIA SENATE VOTES TO BAN LEGACY PREFERENCE IN ADMISSIONS Virginia Tech got rid of legacy last summer, and it looks like we’re about to see the other Virginia schools follow suit. Here’s my unpopular opinion of the day: I am really bummed and disappointed about this.

Financial Aid 59

Financial Aid Higher Education ACT High School 59

StandOut College Prep

AUGUST 17, 2023

January Coming Soon February Southern Coal Providers Association Scholarship This scholarship is for full-time students who have a family member who currently or previously worked in the coal industry in southern West Virginia. Grants are typically $5,000 to $7,000 and may be renewed for subsequent years. Deadline is February 1st.

Scholarships 52

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BestColleges

JANUARY 23, 2024

Several colleges have eliminated liberal arts and humanities programs in response to budget cuts and student preferences. Other colleges have integrated the humanities with pre-professional majors, offering students experiential learning opportunities. West Virginia's situation is hardly unique.

Bachelor's Degree 105

Bachelor's Degree Associate's Degree Ivy League Higher Education 105

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JUNE 9, 2023

Which are the best medical schools in Virginia? While a medical student in Virginia, you may choose to explore larger cities such as Richmond and Norfolk, or opt to hike the Blue Ridge Mountains. and range of both urban and outdoors activities. and range of both urban and outdoors activities. Your guide is on its way.

Out-of-State 52

Out-of-State GPA In-State Extracurricular 52

BestColleges

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Roanoke College announced a new cannabis studies program beginning in fall 2024. Roanoke College in Virginia is offering students a means to enter the soon-to-be projected $40 billion cannabis industry. Roanoke College in Virginia is offering students a means to enter the soon-to-be projected $40 billion cannabis industry.

Programs 59

Programs Concentration Minor Policies 59

BestColleges

MARCH 5, 2024

The master of education is Roanoke College's second master's program after its master of business administration. Qualifying graduates of Roanoke College in Virginia are guaranteed enrollment into its new master of education (M.Ed.) The Virginia private liberal arts college announced its second graduate degree Feb.

Education 52

Education Education Programs Bachelor's Degree 52

BestColleges

JULY 28, 2023

Tuition at Virginia community colleges will increase by roughly 3% for the upcoming school year. The increase in tuition is the first for the state's community colleges in five years. The cost of attending community college in Virginia will go up for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic, officials announced July 20.

Community College 52

Community College Community College Tuition Semester 52

BestColleges

JULY 12, 2023

You can get your RN license in Virginia by endorsement or examination. The Virginia Board of Nursing takes 30 business days to review your application. Do you want to get your registered nurse (RN) license in Virginia or move your nursing career to Virginia? Many employers prefer to hire BSN-prepared nurses.

Associate's Degree 52

Associate's Degree Out-of-State Transfer Financial Aid 52

BestColleges

MARCH 5, 2024

Data Summary Check Legacy admissions is the practice of giving preferential treatment to children of alumni and donors at colleges and universities. Note Reference [2] Check Since the 2023 Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action at colleges and universities, at least six institutions have ended their legacy admissions policies.

Admissions 98

Admissions Ivy League Policies Higher Education 98

Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In recent years, the percentage of students applying Early Decision and Early Action to American colleges and universities has steadily risen, often outstripping the overall rise in applications. Emory University’s Early Decision pool increased by 10%; Barnard College’s has increased by more than 20% in the last two years.

Early Decision 130

Early Decision Applications Admissions Acceptance 130

Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In recent years, the percentage of students applying Early Decision and Early Action to American colleges and universities has steadily risen, often outstripping the overall rise in applications. Emory University’s Early Decision pool increased by 10%; Barnard College’s has increased by more than 20% in the last two years.

Early Decision 130

Early Decision Applications Admissions Acceptance 130

BestColleges

MARCH 6, 2024

The bill would prevent private colleges and universities from receiving state funding via the Cal Grant program if they practice legacy admissions. Supreme Court ruling that banned the consideration of an applicant's race in college admissions, along with the decades-long ban on affirmative action in California.

Admissions 52

Admissions University University Grants 52

BestColleges

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

A number of colleges and universities offer degree programs in brewing and fermentation science. Similar programs popped up at Colorado State University , Virginia Tech , Appalachian State University , and Western Michigan University , among other schools. Age restrictions on student drinking vary by state. And sometimes wine.

Out-of-State 98

Out-of-State Associate's Degree Placement In-State 98

BestColleges

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

According to the Federal Reserve, in June 2022, Virginia held about: [1] $82.3 billion in 529 college savings accounts $2.87 529 college savings plans help people save for educational expenses by investing in the stock market and waiting for their investments to grow. billion in 529 prepaid tuition accounts $85.2 Yes Fees: 0.27-1.96%

Tuition 52

Tuition Enrollment In-State Education 52

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JUNE 8, 2023

494 University of South Alabama College of Medicine * AL MD 3.83 510 NR Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine AL DO 3.47 505 NR Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Auburn Campus AL DO 3.67 502 494 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine * AR MD 3.81 Your guide is on its way. 521 NR A.T.

GPA 98

GPA Out-of-State In-State Letters of Recommendation 98

CTK College Coach

APRIL 10, 2024

Check the college’s Common Data Set from the year before to know its history. Maybe you are a legacy and the school wants to let you down easy, or perhaps the college wants to preserve its relationship with your high school. Why do colleges put so many students on wait lists? 2,415th?-- Answers are out there.

Waitlist 98

Waitlist Letters of Recommendation Financial Aid Acceptance 98

Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

APRIL 29, 2024

With DIFFERENT perspectives, he evaluates (and re-evaluates) his clients’ applications (prior to submission) and therefore increase their chances of acceptance to top BS/MD programs. Dr. Lowe’s insight , foresight , knowledge-intelligence and insider’s knowledge in BS/MD admissions help his clients gain admissions into top BS/MD programs.

Admissions 52

Admissions International Students High School Acceptance 52

BestColleges

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The act of colleges displacing BIPOC communities dates back to the 1800s. One college offered free tuition to students from the community it displaced. Do colleges owe Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities for displacing them? And it's a long-term issue colleges will soon have to address.

Higher Education 52

Higher Education Community College Community College Out-of-State 52

BestColleges

JULY 12, 2023

Two dozen states offer some form of bachelor's degree at community colleges. Community colleges in those states have adopted hundreds of degree programs, with many aimed at relevant workforce needs. Community colleges tend to be less costly and more accessible than traditional four-year schools.

Community College 98

Community College Community College Bachelor's Degree Associate's Degree 98

BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The 2023-24 college football season has officially begun. So the Army-Navy game, while certainly a storied rivalry within college football, doesn't count by this measure, nor does New England's " Little Three " competition. What better time to celebrate the most revered traditions honored in stadiums across America? And it's back.

Out-of-State 105

Out-of-State In-State University University 105

The Thoughtful College Search

JANUARY 29, 2024

Last week, the Senate of my home state, Virginia, voted unanimously to prohibit public colleges and universities in the Commonwealth from giving preferential treatment to applicants related to alumni or donors. A similar bill is working its way through Virginia’s House of Delegates. Senators Tim Kaine (D-Va.)

Out-of-State 40

Out-of-State Transfer In-State Higher Education 40

CTK College Coach

MARCH 20, 2023

This is in reference to schools like Clemson, the University of Georgia, and the University of Virginia. UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA (UVA) The University of Virginia accepted only 12% of out-of-state students in the early action round, down from 18% the year before. Why are college admissions now so “unpredictable”?

Acceptance 98

Acceptance Out-of-State Early Decision Transfer 98

BestColleges

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Dozens of community colleges across the U.S. Semiconductors are America's new growth industry, and 54 community colleges across 19 states have taken advantage of new investments to create or expand programs in the industry. are ramping up programs to train semiconductor technicians. These new or expanded programs come as the U.S.

Community College 64

Community College Community College Programs Associate's Degree 64

Marks Education

MAY 11, 2023

Mary’s College of Maryland St. Congratulations to all members of the Class of 2023! We have enjoyed getting to know you over the last few years, and we wish you all the very best. In line with our mission statement and values, we believe in helping each student find their best-fit institution.

Admissions 52

Admissions Out-of-State In-State University 52

DC College Counseling

MARCH 12, 2024

BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK FIRST DIGITAL SAT ADMINISTRATION TAKES PLACE The first official (non-pilot) nationwide administration of the digital SAT took place on Saturday , and reports from students have been pretty positive so far! LEGACY ADMISSIONS OFFICIALLY BANNED IN VIRGINIA We knew it was coming, but Gov.

Standardized Testing 59

Standardized Testing Policies Concentration Early Decision 59

Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 22, 2023

The University of Virginia offered spots to just more than 2,000 students as it completed its third and final admissions cycle for the Class of 2027. The pandemic dampened applications to colleges around the country in those years. See UVA’s official announcement below: Good news flowed Friday afternoon. Patrick’s Day at about 5 p.m.,

Acceptance 83

Acceptance Early Decision University University 83

Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 27, 2023

This week, Money Magazine released their list of the best colleges in America based on an analysis of over 700 four-year colleges. Their new methodology places colleges into one of six star ratings (from 2.5 stars), Bard College (3 stars), and Sarah Lawrence College (3 stars), lagged behind.

Financial Aid 92

Financial Aid Tuition Admissions In-State 92

BestColleges

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

States continue to pump money into their colleges and universities. State support for colleges and universities grew for the 11th straight year, according to a report on state spending. Federal stimulus dollars distributed to states for colleges and universities added another $1.2 State governments allocated a little over $112.3

University 52

University University Higher Education Government 52

BestColleges

AUGUST 1, 2023

There are 19 1890 land-grant historically Black colleges and universities, including private institution Tuskegee University. There are 19 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) — including one private institution, Tuskegee University — established under the Second Morrill Act of 1890.

Grants 52

Grants Retention ACT In-State 52

BestColleges

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Department of Education provided the grants under two different initiatives for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), tribally controlled colleges and universities (TCCUs), and minority-serving institutions (MSIs). Already, the administration has contributed more than $25 billion to these colleges and universities.

Grants 105

Grants Minor Retention Higher Education 105

BestColleges

MARCH 20, 2024

Affording children of alumni special consideration in college admissions, especially at the nation's most selective institutions , just isn't sitting well with a growing number of people. That's because, in theory, competition for college seats is supposed to be based on merit, not birthright.

Admissions 52

Admissions Ivy League Out-of-State Policies 52

BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Virginia Tech and Wesleyan University ended legacy admissions after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action in college admissions. Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions , also called race-conscious admissions, on June 29. As of Sept. 11, there are over 700 signatures. "In

Admissions 52

Admissions Policies Minor Enrollment 52