Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Write your best Common App Essay: 2024-2025 Edition Here is a dirty little secret: some of the 2024-2025 Common App essay prompts will bring you down like quicksand while others give you the exact structure and framing that you need to show and tell a story that colleges will love. In the below thirty-minute in-depth video I grade and rank each of the seven Common App essay prompts in order to help you determine which will give you the best chance of positively differentiating your college appli

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Estrela Consulting Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

You are taking all of the courses available in your favorite subject in high school. You have some ideas for your future college major. So, how can you take your learning deeper, explore new topics, and showcase your passion for your academic interests beyond just your high school courses in your college applications?

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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. Thus, the seven prompt options first-year college applicants will have to carefully choose from in order to write one strong essay of up to 650-words will remain as follows: Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is s

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road2college

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

If you live in a western state, you may qualify for a tuition discount at participating out-of-state colleges. Here is. The post Complete Guide to the Western Undergraduate Exchange appeared first on Road2College.

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Colorado State University

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Colorado State University is extending its enrollment deadline from May 1 to June 1, 2024, for incoming freshmen (first-year) students enrolling in the fall 2024 term. The extension was set up to help support students and their families impacted by the federal delays with FAFSA. The enrollment deadline, also known as Decision Day, is an exciting time for high school students nationwide to announce their plans for the fall.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Every spring, college admission rates dominate the headlines: “ Duke Admits 4.8% of Regular Decision Applicants ,” “ Northeastern Acceptance Rate Drops to 5.6% After Record Number of Applicants ,” “ Yale Admits 2,234 Students, Acceptance Rate Shrinks to 4.46 Percent.” As parents and students clamor for a competitive edge, many are drawn to the disproportionately high admission rates from certain private high schools (like Philips Exeter Academy, St.

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Inside Emory Admission

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Hello to all of my favorite readers! Welcome to our February blog post with your favorite author of all time, Javian! February is truly the month of love, and I feel even more love here on Emory’s campus during this time of year. Black History Month is incredibly important to many here on campus, and we all emphasize the presence of this unique, important, and beautiful time.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Write your best Common App Essay: 2024-2025 Edition Here is a dirty little secret: some of the 2024-2025 Common App essay prompts will bring you down like quicksand while others give you the exact structure and framing that you need to show and tell a story that colleges will love. In the below thirty-minute in-depth video I grade and rank each of the seven Common App essay prompts in order to help you determine which will give you the best chance of positively differentiating your college appli

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Discovery College Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

I don’t know about you, but where I live it’s still cold. Spring has definitely not sprung. And yet, I know summer is just around the corner. When I was in high school, it was a given I’d have a summer job. I worked at a fast food restaurant, a farmer’s market and an overnight summer camp. When my kids were in high school, they too worked as camp counselors, but also attended theater and rowing camps, volunteered with a soccer program for kids with disabilities and earned scuba diving certifica

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

A Complete DAT time breakdown, plus answers to common test day questions Introduction The Dental Admission Test (DAT) is arguably the most consequential assessment on your journey to dental school. Your score on this one exam, along with your GPA and extracurriculars , will form the backbone of your application and is one of the first markers adcoms see when evaluating whether to extend you an interview.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The University of California Board of Regents voted against a recommendation from the Academic Senate that would essentially ban fully online degree programs. Last year, the Academic Senate approved a "campus experience requirement," which would mandate that students take a minimum amount of in-person instruction. The regulation closes a loophole that would allow for the potential creation of a fully online degree program through individually approved online courses.

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Niche

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

During our most recent K-12 webinar , we took a deep dive into the latest data and trends shaping the boarding school segment. The webinar, which covered everything from school search trends to enrollment performance, highlighted the importance of understanding the shifting dynamics and priorities in the K-12 school search, particularly for boarding schools.

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College Transitions

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

So, you just opened your mailbox to find an official invitation from the National Student Leadership Conference (continue to learn if the NSLC is legit). They say that you’re one of the top high schoolers in the country, and that you deserve to expand your horizons at their summer programs.

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Wellesley is a small, all-women’s college grounded in the liberal arts tradition on a 500-acre campus in Wellesley, Massachusetts 12 miles west of Boston. It is, however, far from traditional. Madeleine Albright, Diane Sawyer, Hillary Clinton, and Ophelia Dahl are all graduates of Wellesley. They continue to seek women who want to change the world and challenge convention, and are home to about 2,400 students pursuing 50 different majors.

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iSchoolConnect

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

University of Essex initiative The University of Essex has recently unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at easing the financial burden on Indian students pursuing postgraduate degrees in the UK. This initiative comes in the form of a health bursary specifically designed to cover the UK’s immigration health surcharge for the duration of their studies.

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Enrollify

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In the latest episode of Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager, host Jenny had the pleasure of chatting with John Stephen Stansel , a seasoned freelance social media strategist, speaker, and consultant.

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Niche

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In this webinar, Sara Jane Musk, Director of Enrollment Communication at Bellarmine University, dives deep into the world of personalized communication strategies in higher education. Leveraging her extensive experience, she shares insights on how to effectively use data and technology, such as Slate, to create customized communication flows that resonate with prospective students.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The University of Mount Union in Ohio will add healthcare and communications concentrations to its online master of business administration (MBA) program. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that demand for healthcare managers will skyrocket over the next several years. Business school leaders have repeatedly underscored the importance of communication skills for future managers and leaders.

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University Gurus

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Introduction The intersection of sports and law presents a thrilling career path filled with dynamic challenges and opportunities. Sports Law, a niche yet expanding field, encompasses everything from contract negotiations to dispute resolutions, directly impacting the sports industry’s fabric. This guide aims to illuminate the pathway for ambitious students dreaming of a career in this vibrant sector, outlining strategic steps from undergraduate education to securing that first coveted job

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The grants are part of the National Science Foundation's Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Equity and Diversity (GRANTED) initiative. The Atlanta University Center will be a research hub to promote equity and serve as a research model for historically Black colleges and universities. The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities will create an institute to promote resource sharing and expertise, equip researchers, support pilot research strategies, and expand infrastr

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The proposed Community College Guarantee program would offer additional financial aid to students with higher needs. This expansion would potentially benefit over 18,000 students and save them an average of $4,820 in tuition costs each year. While Michigan is one of only nine states with few eligibility limits for free tuition, there have been efforts to make community college free for all U.S. citizens.

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