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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Spark Admissions

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Many high school students and their families enter the college financial aid process feeling overwhelmed by all that goes into it. By understanding the most critical steps in the college financial aid process, you can save yourself time, stress, and money. Finally, know your deadlines!

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BestColleges

APRIL 16, 2024

Experts predict a significant decline in college enrollments due to issues with the recent FAFSA rollout. The delay and complications with FAFSA submissions could lead to students forgoing college altogether. Low-income students and those from minority backgrounds will likely be the most affected. That's a 27.1%

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

These challenges, including education, employment, healthcare, and overall well-being, can significantly impact their lives and intrinsically affect their ability to help their children with college planning. Limited access to well-paying jobs and discriminatory hiring practices can lead to financial instability.

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Ruffaloni

MAY 11, 2023

The higher ed landscape continues to change at a rapid pace, and yesterday’s enrollment planning methods will not yield the kind of results most college and university leadership teams are looking for. It is so exciting to be able to announce the publication of the third edition of Strategic Enrollment Planning: A Dynamic Collaboration.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 30, 2023

Imagine how easy our lives in higher education enrollment would be if students submitted an RFI form, submitted an application, and then enrolled on the timeline that works best for us. What does financial aid look like? It would be great if this were true. But we know that’s not the case. So what does this mean?

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In an era where the cost of higher education is steadily rising, prospective students and their families often grapple with the question of whether a college education is truly worth the investment. The potential benefits in terms of career opportunities, personal growth, and lifelong learning make college a valuable choice for many families.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 13, 2024

This year’s high school seniors navigated an admissions season bookended by the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn affirmative action and a fiasco with the federal financial aid form (FAFSA) that has left half a million students and their families without vital information on college costs and financial aid awards.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 17, 2024

Founded over 300 years ago, Yale University , is an Ivy League institution located in New Haven, CT and ranked #5 in Best Universities by the 2024 U.S. But it is heartening to see that Yale College continues to attract exceptionally promising students from all backgrounds.” News and World Report.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

He began his career in higher education at Illinois State as the assistant dean of students and financial aid administrator, and in 1963, became the associate executive director of the Illinois State Scholarship Commission. Lee was a remarkable leader who left a lasting mark on higher education and in our hearts.

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The College Solutions Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

An effective way to reduce the cost of college is to know how to successfully appeal for more financial aid. It’s critical to understand that the first financial aid award that a college delivers often doesn’t have to be the only offer. You don’t have to have a good reason to appeal. Death of a parent.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 30, 2023

Using College Board’s financial aid data is vital - we’ll walk you through it ! The best place to look for colleges that provide full financial aid is the US News and World Report. List of colleges that provide full financial aid. Read more college admissions tips on our blog !

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Are you working to attract students who truly want to attend your college? Are you highlighting the voices of currently enrolled students on why your college is the best fit, the best choice, the best value? Here are the factors listed by students at four-year private, four-year public, and community colleges.

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Humbach Education Consulting

APRIL 27, 2023

What is financial aid? Financial aid is monetary assistance provided to students and families to help cover the cost of attending college. Aid can come in a variety of forms that we’ll go over in more detail below! Cost of Attendance don’t be fooled by the base price of tuition.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 7, 2024

colleges, drawn by the promise of an excellent education and increased professional opportunities. Be strategic about your college choices Given the challenges facing international applicants, it pays to be smart about your application strategy. Last year, there were over one million international scholars enrolled in U.S.

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Strategic College Consulting

APRIL 10, 2024

It’s been another great year at Strategic College Consulting for admissions. Students have earned acceptances to many of the top colleges including the Ivy League universities, UCLA, Berkeley, UMich, NYU, U of Chicago, many specialty and tech colleges, and so much more!

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MARCH 25, 2024

Compare the colleges that have offered you admission. Consider financial aid offers and learning support services, if applicable. Join social media groups for accepted students at the college. After you have done your research, it is time to decide which college is the best fit for you.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 31, 2024

Students may suffer due to continued delays, especially those dependent on financial aid to attend college. College students shouldn't expect their financial aid award offers until March, at the earliest, adding another delay to a messy start to the 2024-25 academic year. The FAFSA usually launches on Oct.

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Admissions Mom

APRIL 10, 2024

I’m getting lots of DMs and questions about how to choose this school or that school or how to appeal financial aid or how to handle the opinions of others. Topics: Visits, Making a Decision, Financial Aid Appeals Resources, Imposter Syndrome, Dealing with Parents, Dealing with Others. They’re the lucky ones.

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BestColleges

APRIL 3, 2024

This latest hiccup could result in lower financial aid eligibility for students and families. Some students, however, may qualify for more aid after their application is reprocessed. The Department of Education discovered yet another FAFSA issue, this time regarding tax information collected from the IRS. That would impact 1.1

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 15, 2024

We plan to make the final wave of freshman decisions available today, March 15th, at 4 PM ET. For those of you who have been admitted to UGA, here is a post for you and a chance to comment. Please remember that this is not a blog where you should post statistics or throw fellow students under the bus. These types of comments will be deleted.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Need some help building your college list? The Common Data Set might be your new best friend! It's a document with statistics and valuable information on nearly every 4-year college and university in the US. What kind of financial aid does a particular college offer, and how much can I maybe get?

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 30, 2023

Researching colleges and universities can be very overwhelming. From guidebooks to college websites, there is a TON of information out there! There is one invaluable resource in your college search that should not be overlooked: college admissions counselors. But reading sources and statistics can only get you so far.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Appily combines EAB’s suite of student services into a one-stop destination where visitors can discover colleges, take virtual tours, find scholarships, explore majors, and match with schools. The Appily site is free for students.

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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. Dive Deep into Your Academic Interests: Understand ways to explore your natural curiosities and academic interests in ways that will enhance your college application. Focused on the UCs?

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BestColleges

APRIL 8, 2024

If that sounds like the kind of career you want, an online bachelor's in supply chain management might be the best fit. Supply Chain Management Degrees for You What Are the Best Online Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management Programs? And they use cutting-edge tools like distribution software and forecasting algorithms.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 9, 2024

College is a great option. A college degree is also not required to secure a stable, high-paying job. Also, you can complete most trade school programs in two years or less for a fraction of the cost of obtaining a four-year college degree. Trade school programs Trade school programs How is a trade school different from college?

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BestColleges

MAY 23, 2023

Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) offer MSW programs that provide a unique and important focus on the well-being of Black Americans and communities of color. Historically Black colleges and universities address the issue of racism in social work by providing a rare and important emphasis on the Black perspective.

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BestColleges

JUNE 13, 2023

Maryland is home to a number of great higher education institutions , and that includes historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Guide to HBCUs in Maryland How We Rank Schools At BestColleges, we believe a college education is one of the most important investments you can make. Choosing an HBCU is no small task.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 5, 2024

Popular Online Programs Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below. Your capability, interests, and life circumstances play a role in determining the best computer science degree for you. Explore our ranking methodology.

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Solomon Admissions

AUGUST 25, 2023

College admissions season is a highly competitive and often stressful process for students and parents alike. To help you navigate this process, this post provides an overview of the 4 main types of college admissions deadlines: Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Rolling Admissions.

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BestColleges

MARCH 25, 2024

The findings continue from a 2022 study focusing on adults who didn't attend college. High schoolers are confident in pre-college preparation but anxious about making the wrong decisions when it comes to financial aid and college affordability.

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The Enrollment Marketer

MARCH 11, 2024

Use our ideas below as a springboard for what will work best for your institution and programs. Subscribe to our newsletter for regular higher-ed industry tips Become a financial aid resource With confusion surrounding financial aid due to the FAFSA glitches, your institution has an opportunity to step up and provide clarity.

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College Essay Guy

JANUARY 3, 2024

By Amanda Miller Author of Paying for College in Four Steps “Finding money to help pay for college is hard.” It’s the most straightforward and condensed paying-for-college resource anyone’s ever made. It’s the most straightforward and condensed paying-for-college resource anyone’s ever made. Not really. But Amanda.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 15, 2024

law school matriculants determined that the most influential factors for students deciding to attend law school were a desire for a challenging and rewarding career, academic development and financial security. Request a copy of your transcript and evaluate it often versus waiting until the tail end of your college career.

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BestColleges

MARCH 22, 2024

President Joe Biden stressed plans to make the cost of college more transparent for students. His administration took aim at financial service providers that partner with colleges and universities. His plan includes eliminating loan origination fees that can cost students thousands of dollars over the lifetime of the loan.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 17, 2024

New rules allow a portion of funds in 529 college savings accounts to be rolled over into a Roth individual retirement account (IRA) account. Last year, grandparent-owned 529 savings accounts were removed from Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) rules. Now, due to a provision in the SECURE 2.0

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