Koodoos Learning

MAY 27, 2020

Whether the college specifically has a “Why This College” prompt or not, it’s important to address why you’re interested in each program. In their personal statement, many applicants will include a paragraph or two addressing the specific resources, professors, and courses that draw them to a specific program. Essays for your Graduate Application To give you an idea, here are some standard graduate school writing requirements: 1.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 31, 2020

One of the biggest changes for freshman year is a new peer group. You may have friends that you’ve been with since the beginning of high school or even longer. Starting college should be exciting but it can also be anxiety filled as you think about moving on without your same friends to support you. As you and your friends head off in different directions, think about ways to stay connected: 1.

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Winning Ivy Prep

MAY 14, 2020

During admissions, the UC’s look at a unique GPA: UC GPA. In this post, we’ll shed light on the GPA for UC , breaking down how exactly it’s calculated and what you should aim for. Here we are introducing our UC GPA calculator to make life easier calculating your GP. UC GPA Calculator Instructions. Figuring out what your UC GPA is, can be quite tricky.

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the college spy

MAY 13, 2020

High school students typically use their summer vacations to engage in activities that will feature prominently in the “activities” section of their college applications. These activities paint a picture of how the student spends his/her time after school and on breaks and help college admissions staff determine which students will be a good fit for their campus.

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JON BOECKENSTEDT'S ADMISSIONS WEBLOG

MAY 22, 2020

Now that California has put the ACT and SAT in the ICU, I suspect there will be many meetings in the coming weeks about how the companies remain viable going forward. The COVID-19 pandemic had already struck a body blow, of course, and there have been suggestions that the companies will have to dramatically restructure […].

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The Ivy Dean

MAY 4, 2020

Due to the continued restrictions in place to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, junior students are likely wondering what this means for the college admissions process. Though the outbreak of COVID-19 has certainly posed challenges and required amendments to the way colleges admit new students, the good news is that students do not need to be concerned that the pandemic will negatively impact their chances of getting accepted into their dream school.

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Koodoos Learning

MAY 17, 2020

It makes sense to ask, “Why do I need another spell checker when Google Docs and Microsoft Word come with text editors built-in?” That’s what I thought too before I downloaded Grammarly. As a program analyst and writing tutor, I spend most of my day behind a computer typing emails, essays, and memorandums, and I use Microsoft Office or Google Docs for about 99% of that work.

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Winning Ivy Prep

MAY 14, 2020

So, it’s time to write your first high school resume for college applications. Maybe you’re inclined to Googling high school resume examples and step-by-step guides to create your own. But templates are generic–you’re not! Remember that ultimately, a resume tells a story–the story of you. Like all well-told stories, it must be formatted thoughtfully and clearly or the narrative is lost. .

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the college spy

MAY 2, 2020

Letters of recommendation are important because they put a college applicant’s transcript into a meaningful context. College admissions professionals often cite grades and academic rigor as the best predictors of academic success on the college level. But these two predictors do not tell the whole story. Grades and courses do not provide information about a student’s strengths, challenges, personality, character and work ethic—all of which are significant indicators of a student’s ability to be

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Koodoos Learning

MAY 17, 2020

Well, you hate to admit it, but you’ve given this decision enough thought and you know what you have to do. It’s time to transfer. Transferring is a big decision, as there are a lot of pieces that go into selecting a college and applying is a time commitment - especially when you’re still juggling classes and trying to keep your grades up. Here’s a list of the 7 steps you need to take to transfer colleges. 1.

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Koodoos Learning

MAY 6, 2020

No matter how strong your grades are or how high your SAT scores, admission isn’t guaranteed. There are a number of factors that go into your admissions decision. Here’s a list of factors in order from most important to least important, based on findings by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC). 1. Grades in College Prep Courses As you consider whether to take AP courses, think about the impact of these courses on your college application.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 8, 2020

May 1st is traditionally the official end of the college application process – the finish line! And although this year it may seem like a lot remains up in the air, hopefully you can find some happiness in knowing that at least the applications are behind you. As you wind down senior year, now is the time to acknowledge the people who have made a difference in your high school experience.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 8, 2020

How do you describe where you live? City? Suburb? Country? What aspects of your current location do you like or not like – and how far are you willing to go from home? As you explore colleges, one thing to consider is the location of the college. Location can make a significant impact on your college experience. Think about where you want to go to school.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 8, 2020

Admission offers received – check! Enrollment decision made - check! What’s next? You’ll be getting a lot of information about next steps from your college for registration and orientation. Meanwhile, you might want to start a conversation with your parents about a spending money budget for college. Here are 6 money management tips for you to consider. 1.

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the college spy

MAY 20, 2020

Colleges utilize five types of application deadlines. As students plan for college, an understanding of how each type can affect their admissions chances as well as how a deadline at one college can limit the deadline choice at another college should be a key part of planning the admissions process. The deadline types and the benefits/drawbacks of each are described below along with specific tips from The College Spy to help you decide which deadline is best for you. 1.

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Winning Ivy Prep

MAY 27, 2020

Wondering how to get into UC Berkeley ? With just a 16.4% acceptance rate, becoming a Golden Bear is no easy task. So, how will you stand out? In this post, we’ll break down UC Berkeley’s holistic review process , finding out exactly what Cal is looking for in its applicants. How Does UC Berkeley Evaluate Applications? . You’ve heard about this idea called a “holistic” review or “comprehensive” review when it comes to college admissions, right?

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