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Are You a Good (Social) Listener?

Ruffaloni

Social listening can provide valuable insights on perceptions and positioning. In personal and professional relationships, we often value those who are good listeners. We notice how they pick up and then act on important pieces of information. We feel more connected to them because they, after hearing what’s important to us, meet us where we are. Engaging with a good listener, we’re often left feeling a greater amount of trust in both their skills and ability to make decisions that will be benef

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Exploring the Boundless Opportunities of a Chemistry Major: Academic Programs and Job Prospects

Ivy Central

The field of chemistry offers an exciting array of possibilities for those who pursue a major in this discipline. Beyond the fascinating world of molecules and reactions, a chemistry degree opens doors to diverse academic programs and promising career paths. A degree in chemistry can lead to a wide variety of careers in academia, industry, and government.

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Projecting Graduate Enrollment by Format

Ruffaloni

What is the long term impact of the pandemic on graduate enrollment? This is the question I am most frequently asked. I wanted to hold off providing an answer until we have the 2021 academic year data, knowing that the real answer will only come with a few more years of enrollment trend data. Given the fact that millions of students were forced into online (or emergency remote) instruction, the most important issue will likely be the instructional format choices of graduate students.

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Common App Essay Prompt 2: Overcoming Obstacles or Challenges

Great College Advice

Write the Common App Essay Prompt 2 About Overcoming Obstacles or Challenges Writing a good essay for your Common Application is tough. You have to dig into your life and find interesting nuggets to share with perfect strangers. Common App essay prompt 2 asks you about some things that perhaps you’d rather not talk about: your failures, your greatest challenges, and moments that just aren’t things you want to talk about all that much.

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The COVID Math Gap: What This Means for You

Top Tier Admissions

School’s out for the summer, and the Nation’s Report Card is in. Sobering data released by the National Assessment of Educational Progress indicates a sharp drop in math skills among 13-year-olds, scoring on average, 9 points lower than they did in 2020—the lowest achievement in decades. The declines were even steeper for lower-performing students in the 25 th to 10 th percentile, whose scores plunged 12-14 points on average.

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A Presentation to Professional Consultants on Institutional Priorities

Admissions Village

We have been busy here at Admissions Village. Aly recently presented to the Independent Educational Consultants Professional Member roundtable on Institutional Priorities. We have included a recording of the presentation for all of you here. (You must download the presentation to get it to play.) Please listen. The big takeaway is that institutional priorities, particularly enrollment management, were at the heart of who got into many selective colleges last year.

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Analytics for Schools: Your Comprehensive Guide to GA4 Reports

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

Reading Time: 9 minutes Unsurprisingly, analytics is key for a successful digital marketing strategy. Through them, your school can gain valuable insights that shape how you understand your target audience, including their interests and behaviors. With analytics for schools , you can alter your messaging to better suit your prospects and boost student enrollment.

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Reaffirming Our Commitment to Diversity and Equity

Penn Nursing

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to rule against affirmative action, thereby striking down the ability of schools to consider race as part of the admissions process, does not negate the need to continue building a nursing workforce as diverse as the people our health care institutions serve. Today's ruling does not diminish our commitment to educating a diverse nursing workforce that is critical to ensuring quality health care and promoting health for everyone, everywhere.

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NACAC’s Facilitative Role in the Ongoing Discussion of Test-Optional Admission

Admitted

iStock One of the most significant effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the college admission ecosystem was the relatively rapid and nearly wholesale adoption of test-optional (or test-free, in some cases) admission policies by colleges and universities. Prior to the pandemic, the biggest challenge to an institution considering moving to a test-optional admission policy was the institutional decision-making thicket that could prove difficult to navigate, in part due to the inertia that can define

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Essential Steps to Launching Your Independent College Consulting Business

College Planner Pro

Starting your own independent college consulting business can be an exciting and fulfilling venture. With the increasing demand for personalized guidance in the college admissions process, there is a growing market for professional consultants. However, launching a successful college consulting business requires careful planning and execution. In this blog, we will outline the essential steps to help you establish your independent college consulting business and set yourself up for long-term suc

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Marijuana Will Soon Be Legal in Maryland. It Will Still Be Banned at Public Colleges.

BestColleges

Last November, Maryland voters approved a referendum legalizing adult-use cannabis. Starting July 1, individuals 21 and older will be able to legally purchase, possess, and consume cannabis products. However, the plant remains federally illegal, and since public institutions take federal funding, they will continue to consider it a controlled substance and ban its use for students of all ages.

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SOP sample for Australia | How to write a compelling SOP?

iSchoolConnect

SOP sample for Australia | Why study in Australia? Studying abroad in Australia is an exciting opportunity that can open doors to a world of possibilities. The country’s universities are known for their exceptional academic standards, world-class research facilities, and diverse programs. However, the application process can be competitive, with universities receiving many applications from […] The post SOP sample for Australia | How to write a compelling SOP?

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Best Summer Travel Programs for High School Students – 2023

College Transitions

Studying abroad isn’t only for college students–high school students can also benefit from the opportunity to push their boundaries, develop cultural sensitivity, and explore other countries. In the process, they’ll develop their independence and resilience–skills.

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Student Success Annual Calendar

EAB

Use the resources provided on this page to see activities that student success partners are often focused on and when they typically occur, and then map your own processes. Thanks for your interest! To access this content, please log in or register for a free guest account. Log In Register The post Student Success Annual Calendar appeared first on EAB.

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Money Magazine Unveils New College Rating System

BestColleges

Money magazine now rates colleges based on a 5-star system. Ratings criteria include quality, affordability, and outcomes. The magazine claims colleges don't have to be highly selective or wealthy to offer quality and value. These changes arrive amid a growing distrust of college rankings. Money magazine has become the Yelp of college rankings. For 2023, Money introduced a new system of assigning stars rather than listing institutions numerically.

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What I Enjoy About a Cornell Winter

Cornell University Undergraduate Admissions Office

By: Jessica Kwon ’23 Ithaca is well known for its cold winter seasons and the snowfall covering Cornell University’s campus. I am often asked about the winters at Cornell and the chilly temperatures. Yet, the winter is where Cornell shines bright. The snow that blankets the campus is stunning, and everyone has something they can do to have fun.

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Minnesota Creates Nurse Loan Forgiveness Program

BestColleges

The commissioner of health will annually pay eligible nurses 15% of the average loan debt in their fields. To enroll in the plan, nurses can select a two-year contract between practicing or teaching in higher education. According to the bill, 75% of funding will go to rural physicians and 25% to underserved urban communities and pediatric psychiatry.

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Can College Admissions Officers Detect ChatGPT?

HelloCollege

Unmasking the AI Admissions Dilemma The college admissions process has always been a source of student anxiety and speculation. As technology evolves, one question has come up: Can college admissions officers detect that you’ve used a tool like ChatGPT in college admissions essays? This blog post delves into the capabilities of admissions officers, the potential risks associated with AI tools, and ethical considerations.

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California Nursing License Requirements

BestColleges

The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulates nursing licenses and practice. You can apply for your California RN license by examination or endorsement. You’ll renew your RN license by the last day of your birth month every two years. If you’re earning a nursing degree in California or planning to work as a nurse in California, you’ll need to know the steps, requirements, and fees to getting your registered nurse (RN) license in the state.

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How to Write A Unique Activities Section for the Common App

The Koppelman Group

It’s time to talk about everyone’s least favorite and most annoying part of the Common App: the activities section. Why is it annoying? Well, first of all, they give you extremely limited space to talk about your extracurriculars. We’re talking less than half a tweet’s worth. Well, only if you’re a regular Twitter user and you don’t give Elon $8 a month, because then it’s like 1/100th of a tweet.

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Is a Business Degree Worth It? Key Facts and Statistics

BestColleges

Data Summary Check The average annual salary for a bachelor's in business administration is $73,000. [1] Check The median starting salary for 2021 graduates with a bachelor's in business was $57,190. [2] Check Some business schools report that grads from their bachelor's programs earn $80,000-$120,000 a year, net of debt payments. [3] Check Most careers in business and finance require at least a bachelor's degree. [4] Check About half (51.4%) of business owners have a bachelor's degree or higher

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Creating and implementing sustainability and climate action plans

EAB

Blogs Creating and implementing sustainability and climate action plans Reflections from our focus group with chief sustainability officers Last month, we held our second session for chief sustainability officers from around the world to discuss their experiences with creating and implementing sustainability and climate action plans. For those who missed it, we are sharing the highlights of that conversation below and encouraging you all to join us in July for our next discussion on smart campus

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Transparency and Cabrini's Closing

The Thoughtful College Search

Do college admission offices have an ethical obligation to be transparent with applicants and the public? At first glance that seems like a softball question with an obvious answer. The field of ethics is about ideals, about how we should act. Colleges are in relationship with prospective students, a relationship that should be grounded in trust and respect.

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Digital Strategy: The Core to Successful Program Marketing

Ruffaloni

Here’s an expert view on the digital strategies savvy institutions use. In other recent blogs , I have alluded to the fact that enrollment trend data may be indicating a slowdown (but not decline) at the graduate level. We also know that more institutions are launching online programs than ever before, creating more “supply” with which long-standing providers will have to compete.

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Top Colleges for Earning a Bachelor’s Degree in AI

BestColleges

Many colleges offer bachelor's degrees in artificial intelligence as standalone degrees or as computer science concentrations. Most programs require students to take a balance of core technical courses, ethics courses, and advanced specialization courses based on their interests. Students interested in pursuing a career in AI can also look for bachelor's degrees in computer science, software engineering, and data science.

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Texas Hispanic-Serving Institution Gets $20M to Develop Agricultural Leaders

BestColleges

The program will give students mentorships, professional and personal development, and bilingual skills opportunities. The university is collaborating with other HSIs — Texas State University, New Mexico State University, and the University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez — to bring more students into the agricultural field. The grant is part of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's $250 million program under President Joe Biden's Inflation Reduction Act.

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Proposed Bill Would Put Social Work Students, Professionals in Libraries

BestColleges

U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia introduced the More Social Workers (MSWs) in Libraries Act for the second time. The proposal would create a grant program to fund new social work positions at public libraries. Many professional social work organizations voiced support for the proposal. Lawmakers proposed a bill to expand opportunities for social work students to work in paid internships, a rarity for those enrolled in social work programs.