PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Each year about 1.6 million juniors take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) in the hopes of qualifying for the National Merit Scholarship Program. But what score do you actually need to earn Semifinalist distinction? In this guide, we'll tell you what PSAT/NMSQT score you need in order to qualify for Semifinalist status in your state and potentially move on to win a National Merit scholarship.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Attorneys representing students and alumni of North Carolina A&T State University sent a demand letter to the governor seeking an immediate increase in funding. The letter is part of a broader nationwide effort to increase funding to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Gov. Roy Cooper responded that he is committed to supporting HBCUs in North Carolina but gave few specifics as to what this means.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Podcast How UCA is Creating a Debt-Free Pathway to a College Degree Episode 173. November 14, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.

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road2college

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Making a college freshman’s Thanksgiving break a success involves creating a welcoming and enjoyable environment while also addressing their specific. The post 3 Ways to Make Thanksgiving Break With Your College Freshman A Success appeared first on Road2College.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In March 2024, the SAT will officially go digital in the U.S. (it has been a digital test internationally since March 2023!) This transition has brought about changes in how students prepare for and take the test. To help you succeed on test day, we’ve compiled a list of 10 valuable tips that will guide you towards mastering this important exam.

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Did you know that early decision isn't necessarily early? "Binding decision" might be a better name for it, since some schools now offer "early" decision deadlines in January as well as in November. Either way, applying early decision is a big commitment. If you apply this way, you should be totally sure you want to attend that school. Let's review the pros and cons of early decision and look at all the schools that currently offer early decision admission.

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Niche

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Want to download one of the charts below? Click on the image to open it in a new window and download it. Read the Private School Survey Results Navigating the survey results Enrollment and Communications Staffing Enrollment Performance and Priorities Marketing and Communications Methodology and Respondent Profile Enrollment and Communications Staffing Sixteen percent of respondents reported increasing enrollment staff in the last year and 26% increased marketing communications staff.

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Niche

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Want to download one of the charts below? Click on the image to open it in a new window and download it. Read the Public School Survey Results Navigating the survey results Admissions and Marketing Staffing Enrollment Performance and Priorities Marketing Methodology and Respondent Profile Admissions and Marketing Staffing Marketing resources are catching up with admissions, but there’s still room to grow.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

SUNY's 64 campuses offer a sweeping catalog of 7,000 degree and certificate programs. Review our list of SUNY schools, their enrollment data, and their average tuition prices. Explore the SUNY application process and tips to consider before you apply. New York State's many attractions include the nation's largest university system. The State University of New York's (SUNY) 64 campuses offer strong academics and affordable education through 7,000 degree and certificate programs.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Blogs Key takeaways from government guidance on SCOTUS’s affirmative action ruling The Department of Education finally issued its eagerly anticipated follow-up guidance on the Supreme Court’s SFFA ruling in September. Did it deliver on enrollment leaders’ hopes and expectations? The answer is complicated. While higher education leaders found plenty to be appalled about in the SCOTUS opinion , one of the most troubling aspects of it was its lack of clarity on core practical questions related to

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

How hard is it to get into Stanford? Some could call it a miracle. In 2022, the university reported a 3.68% acceptance rate — lower than all the Ivies except for Harvard. The Stanford admissions office reads over 55,000 applications every year. Even valedictorians can get lost in the shuffle. However, at Stanford, admitted students can read their application files.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Blogs To design microcredentials that meet student needs, follow these 3 steps Professional, continuing, and online education (PCO) units are facing pressure to quickly stand up microcredential offerings. And because there is not yet a clear standard for what a microcredential should be, and every institution is defining microcredentials slightly differently, deciding what specific action to take in response to that pressure can be overwhelming.

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Discovery College Consulting

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Just in time for the holidays, the U.S. Department of Education is giving families the gift of a new and improved FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Set to be released in December, an exact date has not yet been announced. But before you add “completing the FAFSA” to your holiday to-do list, there are steps you can take now to get ready for it, as well as important information to know about its changes.

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iSchoolConnect

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Indian students’ growing desire to broaden their perspectives fuels their increasing interest in study abroad and student exchange opportunities. In today’s globally connected society, educational opportunities extend beyond national boundaries, presenting Indian students with the chance to experience and learn in a diverse international context.

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road2college

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Parents of high school seniors, I want to share some advice that could save you from heartbreak in the days. The post Don’t Let College Dreams Shatter: Tips to Avoid Loan Denials appeared first on Road2College.

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iSchoolConnect

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A notable increase in Indian student enrollment in the US universities has marked a rebound from pandemic lows, with a significant 35% rise. The 2022-23 academic year saw a 12% growth in international student numbers in the US, the most considerable increase in over four decades. This surge brought the total to more than 1 […] The post Study Abroad: Indian student enrollment in the US jumps by 35 percent appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, &

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Admissions Mom

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Happy Mid-November Admissions Family, I just wanted to take a minute and share with you how grateful I am to each and every one of you who is out there reading my blog posts. It’s so nice to hear from you and learn how my posts can be helpful to you in your admissions journey. Just a few little updates and pieces of advice as we head into Mid-November: Post-Submitting: Don’t go back and reread your apps over and over — you’ll find typos and little mistakes.

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iSchoolConnect

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The University of Sheffield proudly offers the International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarships for 2024. Specifically catering to qualified postgraduate students, including those pursuing the MSc in Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine. This esteemed scholarship program provides a significant £5,000 reduction in tuition fees. Cutting-Edge MSc program in Stem Cell Research This innovative MSc program is […] The post Study Abroad: University of Sheffield’s MSc in Stem Cell and Rege

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Are you dreaming of going to Amherst? It’s a great school. If you are looking for rigorous small schools on the East Coast, Amherst is probably high on your list. However, you might be asking yourself, can I get in? We hear this question constantly from students, so today, we want to break down how to get into Amherst. The Basics We probably don’t need to tell you this if you have already clicked on this blog, but just in case: Amherst is a small liberal arts school in Amherst, Massacutes.

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College Transitions

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Thinking about how you’ll score on the APUSH exam? There are many AP US History score calculators that can be confusing to navigate. Through our own APUSH Score Calculator, you’ll be able to calculate ahead of time just how well you’ll do. You may already know how challenging APUSH can be as a subject.

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The Thoughtful College Search

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

“Life in Pieces” was a sitcom that appeared on CBS from 2015 until 2019. It starred Diane Wiest and James Brolin as the matriarch and patriarch of an extended family, and what made it different from other sitcoms was that each episode consisted of three separate vignettes. Think of this as a blog post in pieces. Instead of focusing on a single topic, this edition of ECA will offer brief updates and commentaries on three recent stories in the news.

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