BestColleges
MAY 23, 2024
The University of North Carolina (UNC) System's Board of Governors voted to remove a policy that required schools to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). All 17 schools in the UNC System will have to end DEI efforts by Sept. 1. Students rallied against the board's vote, voicing their support for DEI. UNC faculty are also frustrated with the vote, and the secrecy surrounding it.
Scoir
MAY 23, 2024
Sorting through higher education options can be like choosing from diverse menu offerings at a great restaurant. You can order fish or steak. What about chicken or shellfish? The salads look great. In the mood for pasta? And look at the choices within each food group. You have options—and each would be a fine meal.
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Colorado State University
MAY 23, 2024
When it comes to applying for scholarships, the task can be immediately overwhelming. Where do you find scholarships? How do you apply? What do they each require? This is going to take forever! But at Colorado State, we do things a little differently. We’re so proud of our one-and-done scholarship application process. Almost all CSU scholarships live in the same place, and can be applied for with one application, one time, and that’s it.
Great College Advice
MAY 23, 2024
When to hire a college counselor: four groups of students who will benefit the most As the college admissions process continues to become more complex and more competitive, more and more high school students and families are turning to private college counselors for support and guidance. If your child is planning to go through the college application process soon, you may be wondering if you should hire a college counselo r.
Peterson's Blog
MAY 23, 2024
The ACT and SAT exams can determine the path you take into college. For a lot of students, this can cause a lot of stress and pressure to do well on the ACT and SAT exams. But with proper test prep and a well defined study plan, you can alleviate the stress and go into your ACT or SAT exam with confidence. How to Study for the ACT: Pick Your ACT Test Date Strategically Peterson’s recommends taking the ACT in the early fall of your junior year.
BestColleges
MAY 23, 2024
Data Summary Check The average college GPA was 3.15 in 2020. Note Reference [1] Check The median college GPA increased by 21.5% in the span of 30 years (1990-2020). Note Reference [1], Note Reference [2] Check Public, four-year institutions saw the largest GPA jump of all school types, increasing their average GPA by 17% over a decade. Note Reference [1], Note Reference [2] Check Economics students experienced the highest increase in GPA of all majors, with an 18% rise from 1990-2020.
Great College Advice
MAY 23, 2024
When to hire a college counselor: four groups of students who will benefit the most As the college admissions process continues to become more complex and more competitive, more and more high school students and families are turning to private college counselors for support and guidance. If your child is planning to go through the college application process soon, you may be wondering if you should hire a college counselo r.
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The Koppelman Group
MAY 23, 2024
Cornell is Ivy League, baby. This major research university in Ithaca, New York, home to over 16,000 undergraduate students, is unique as a super prestigious university and member of the Ivy League that offers educational tracks and opportunities, like the hospitality school and the agricultural programs, that no other top schools have. Truly, not a single other Ivy League or Ivy-adjacent school offers what Cornell does.
College Transitions
MAY 23, 2024
Top high school education might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “Florida,” a state widely known for its beautiful beaches, warm weather, and theme parks. But don’t be fooled! High schools across the state, both public and private (you can read about the best private schools in Orlando, Tampa, […] The post 20 Best Public High Schools in Florida – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.
Caltech Admissions
MAY 23, 2024
We both love baking and have too much flour and yeast. What better thing to do than put these extra components together to bake bread? We started by mixing together our ingredients. Then, we put our mixed dough into a container to proof overnight in the fridge. We forgot to take the dough out of the fridge for a room-temperature rise, so we put it out in the sun instead.
The Thoughtful College Search
MAY 23, 2024
Back in March the New York Times published an interactive piece entitled, “Can You Create a Diverse College Class Without Affirmative Action?” The article, by Aatish Bhatia and Emily Badger, examined a study conducted by Stanford researchers Sean Reardon and Demetra Kalogrides to determine whether alternatives to race-based admissions preferences could increase diversity at elite colleges and universities.
Niche
MAY 23, 2024
Whether you’re a team of one or just feel like it sometimes, there’s one constant: a lot of your work involves getting noticed by prospective families. You can have the best website and social content in your area, but if you’re the only one talking about your school, you’re in for an uphill battle. A strong marketing mix needs tactics that pull from owned and earned media.
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