Ruffaloni

MARCH 30, 2023

Anyone who knows me will know that I love a good conversion funnel. They provide the clearest roadmap to recruitment success that I know of, because we all know that the path to purchase (the path to enrollment) is never linear. It would be great if this were true. Imagine how easy our lives in higher education enrollment would be if students submitted an RFI form, submitted an application, and then enrolled on the timeline that works best for us.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 22, 2023

With a history that goes back to before the United States existed, it was founded in 1754 as Kings College, and being the only Ivy League college that is located in the centre of a major city Columbia University is one of America’s great universities. In this blog post, we will dive into some key data about Columbia University to help you get a better sense of what makes it such a special place.

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Spark Admissions

MARCH 31, 2023

The Common App has seven essay prompts from which to choose. All of them ask you to respond to broad, open-ended questions or statements that relate to a period of personal growth, intellectual challenge, and/or problem-solving capacities. Note of the prompts seen as better or worse in the college admissions process. Regardless of which prompt you choose, there are key elements that should appear in your essay.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

I loved watching Family Feud when I was a kid. The need to think quickly on the first showdown, the spontaneous family dynamics, and playing along at home with anyone who would join me. Over it’s 40+ year history, guests and gimmicks and hosts and networks have changed, and there have been some dark, quiet years when the show was scrapped, but today it is as lively and fun as ever.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 17, 2023

We plan to make the final wave of freshman decisions available today, March 17th, in the late afternoon time frame. For those of you who have been admitted to UGA, here is a post for you and a chance to comment. Please remember that this is not a blog where you should post statistics or throw fellow students under the bus. These types of comments will be deleted.

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BestColleges

MARCH 17, 2023

Data Summary Check Circle 43% of college students have used ChatGPT or a similar AI application. Check Circle Of those who have used AI tools, 50% say they have used them to help complete assignments or exams. That's 22% of all college students in our survey. Check Circle However, most college students (57%) do not intend to use or continue using AI to complete their schoolwork.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 16, 2023

What if you could spend two days laying the groundwork for the long-term success of your institution? Two days not just discussing strategies with other higher ed leaders but creating a framework for success that you can take back to your institution? Would you say that was time well spent? Every year for more than 15 years, campus presidents, chief enrollment officers, and other senior leaders have taken two days to attend the RNL Strategic Enrollment Planning Executive Foru m.

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Spark Admissions

MARCH 31, 2023

The Common App has seven essay prompts from which to choose. All of them ask you to respond to broad, open-ended questions or statements that relate to a period of personal growth, intellectual challenge, and/or problem-solving capacities. Note of the prompts seen as better or worse in the college admissions process. Regardless of which prompt you choose, there are key elements that should appear in your essay.

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College Transitions

MARCH 14, 2023

If college is an obstacle course, you will have plenty of moments when you’re leaping from rope bridge to rope bridge like a cat and countless others when you’re flailing upside down in your harness.

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PrepScholar

MARCH 21, 2023

When the College Board rolls out its new digital SAT format in spring 2023 for international students and in March 2024 for U.S. students, it will be one of the most significant changes the company has made to the standardized test in its 97-year history. This major transition is intended to make the exam more equitable and to reduce test-taking anxiety by aligning the format with how students are already learning online.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 29, 2023

Considered International Student or not? For most colleges in the US, you are NOT considered an international applicant if you have American citizenship, regardless of whether or not you are attending a high school in the US. The application requirements are fairly similar to those students attending school in the US, except for a few which are mentioned below.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 30, 2023

Data from satisfaction assessment can strengthen your recruitment efforts. Last month, I presented overview data documenting how satisfied graduate and online students are with their chosen programs, but this month I want to focus on how these data can help recruitment leaders in planning strategies that can optimally position institutions and programs for success.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 15, 2023

Stanford University has a worldwide reputation that every year attracts thousands of applications from all parts of the planet. Students are drawn to it because it of the quality of the education it offers, the entrepreneurial mindset and some wonderful employment opportunities at the end of their degree. Whatever it is that attracts you to Stanford, this blog will help you get to know more about it and whether it will be a good fit for you.

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BestColleges

MARCH 14, 2023

The Texas Roadhouse Student Center at the University of Louisville opened in 2010. The Western-themed space includes the restaurant's trademark interior design and signature lighted signs inside, but it doesn’t serve the chain's iconic food. The Louisville-based restaurant paid for and constructed the space. Students in the College of Business at the University of Louisville (UofL) may have bragging rights for the most unique place to study.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

MARCH 20, 2023

This time of year, many of my clients are in the fortunate position of deciding between MBA programs. When you have been admitted to several good fit programs, it can be difficult to weigh the pros and cons. Pre-covid, I wrote about factors to consider. In addition to this advice, here are some factors that my clients are considering now. Job Placement Business school is (obviously) a huge investment.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 23, 2023

See highlights from Tufts University’s official announcement below: Tufts this week sent letters of acceptance for the undergraduate Class of 2027, sustaining a highly selective admissions program focused on building a talented and diverse student population. J.T. Duck, dean of undergraduate admissions for the School of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering, reported a 9.5% acceptance rate, and summed up his impression of the incoming Jumbos as “exceptionally engaged, in the classroom

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MARCH 25, 2023

It is Saturday at 5:30 a.m. and pouring rain. There are two ways I can view this fact: It’s dark, windy, early, and of course… it is the weekend. Naturally, it’s been beautiful all week (while I was working and could not really enjoy the weather). I am only up because I set my alarm in hopes of getting some time before the day gets rolling to read, think, and take care of a few things for work.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 30, 2023

Search engine optimization (SEO) is a key piece of any institution’s lead generation strategy. Driving organic traffic to your website, and program pages, is critical to your ability to meet—and exceed—your enrollment goals. A few months ago I discussed SEO Action Planning , which provides the bedrock for effectively using SEO, but this month I want to talk about how (and why) to make it the core of your enrollment growth strategy.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 13, 2023

To Test or Not to Test in 2023-24? What Does it Mean to be Test-Optional (2023-24)? Many Universities in the US are remaining Test-Optional for the upcoming application season (2023-24). Recently, Columbia University was the first Ivy League to no longer require SAT/ACT testing as of 2023-24 and will be test-optional permanently. Many Universities & Colleges across the US are continuing with their test-optional policy in 2023-24, with only a handful confirming that they will resume testing p

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BestColleges

MARCH 1, 2023

From the time I was 12 years old, I dreamed of becoming a doctor. Nearly 10 years later, it is wild to think that my dream is almost my reality. Growing up, I liked working with kids and STEM , so becoming a pediatrician seemed to encapsulate all of my interests. But as I began volunteering at the local hospital's breast imaging center during my sophomore year at Providence College , I noticed some of the additional health challenges many women face.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

MARCH 30, 2023

I am frequently contacted by non-traditional MBA applicants, who are concerned that they won’t be competitive for top programs. In fact, the opposite is often the case – business schools want to curate a diverse class, and greatly value different perspectives. Classroom Perspective One primary advantage of attending business school is the opportunity to learn from other people.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 27, 2023

See Wellesley’s official announcement below: This year, Wellesley received just over 8,400 first-year applications, the second-highest number in College history. On March 18, 13% of the applicants were offered admission. Here’s a look at the admitted class of 2027: They hail from 46 states plus the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico, as well as 33 countries outside the United States. 64% are domestic students of color, identifying as African American, Asian American, Latina or Hispanic,

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Anna Ivey Consulting

MARCH 7, 2023

Here are my top tips for taking control of your law school waitlists — and preserving your sanity in the process. It's important for you to have a process for managing your waitlists (and for managing your applications more generally!). Having a process means you can stay cool, calm, and collected in a context of inherent uncertainty. In turn, having that right mindset will allow you to make better decisions for yourself around your waitlists and optimize for the outcomes that are best for YOU.

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Scoir

MARCH 22, 2023

With spring amping up, it's time to start following colleges in Scoir! Check out what it means to add a college to your list, plus our latest updates to the student Message Center!

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Ivy Central

MARCH 30, 2023

The Simons Summer Research Program at Stony Brook University is an outstanding opportunity open to US citizens and permanent residents, attending high school who are interested in pursuing careers in science, mathematics, and engineering. This programme provides participants with hands-on experience in research and exposure to the culture of scientific inquiry.

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College Transitions

MARCH 30, 2023

Settling on the right college major and eventual career path is a challenge for every young person. First and foremost, you are trying to figure out what you truly love and how those passions can.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 30, 2023

We’ve seen way, way too many students build dangerously top-heavy college lists —like Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, MIT, and … hm, guess I’ll add UC Irvine (28ish% acceptance rate) as a safety? ( Note: 28% is not a “safety school.”) These students are likely falling prey to optimism bias. And if this sounds like you, then we’d highly recommend building a more balanced list, and adding one or two actual “safety schools” to give yourself some peace of mind.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 1, 2023

As regular decision notifications are released, we know there are many seniors who will be waitlisted. This feeling of limbo, where you’re neither accepted nor rejected, where time almost stands still, can be extremely stressful for students, especially if you don’t have a strong list of Early Action acceptances in your back pocket. Unfortunately, for waitlisted students who are interested in schools like the UCs, you’ll be waiting until at least May 1 (decision deadline day) to learn whether yo

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 30, 2023

Do you need separate recommendation letters for each college ? No - you can use the same one for all colleges. How to get your recommendations on time? Make life as easy as possible for your recommender - give them all the info (brag sheet!) up front ! Many colleges would actually prefer bulleted recommendation letters ! Read more college admissions tips on our blog !

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PrepScholar

MARCH 23, 2023

The SAT is offered seven times a year, but which SAT test dates will work best for you and your schedule? What essential factors should you consider before creating an SAT schedule? What are the best SAT dates for juniors? For seniors? In this comprehensive guide, we offer you the most current info on SAT test dates (domestic and international) for 2022-2023.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 15, 2023

It’s that time of the year again! Many high school seniors are awaiting the results of all the hard work that they have put in for all these years. As they are awaiting their results the list given below might help them find out approximately when their results are coming out: Top Colleges and Universities Notification Dates: Amherst College 18th March Barnard College 30th March Boston College 24th March Boston University 26th March Bowdoin College 18th March Brigham Young University 20th Februa

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College Transitions

MARCH 30, 2023

We’re running the mile today, your gym teacher announces. You consider a range of possibilities that include a dramatic ankle twist, the tried-and-true “forgot my sneakers,” and the construction of a large yet surreptitious HELP.

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Admissions.Blog

MARCH 24, 2023

Northwestern University, located in Evanston, Illinois, finalized is Regular Decision selection process and notified applicants of their decisions today, Friday, March 24. Overall, Northwestern reviewed over 52,000 first-year applications from over 10,000 high school around the world for a class that will ultimately only include roughly 2,100 students, according to Liz Kinsley, Northwestern’s Associate Dean & Director, Undergraduate Admission.

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StandOut College Prep

MARCH 30, 2023

If you are looking to play for a Division 3 school, you won’t be eligible for division 3 scholarships. The NCAA’s rules regarding division 3 scholarships are as follows: ” “[to] provide an integrated environment for student-athletes to take part in competitive athletics while pursuing their academic interests with rigor and dedication.” This means that athletics is considered an extracurricular activity, and financial aid for student-athletes is based solely on acad

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BestColleges

MARCH 23, 2023

The St. Francis athletics program will continue until the end of the spring 2023 semester. The college will continue to honor all academic and athletic scholarships after the NCAA athletics program ends. Student-athletes can transfer with immediate eligibility to another institution, according to the NCAA transfer guide. Student-athletes at St. Francis College in Brooklyn, New York, will have to find another school to play sports at after the spring 2023 semester.

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Penn Nursing

MARCH 21, 2023

The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing is once again ranked the top nursing school in the world for the eighth consecutive year by QS World University. The ranking s for 2023 highlight the world's top universities in 54 different subject areas, the largest yet, featuring more than 15,700 different academic programs from 1,594 institutions, 103 of which are new.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 31, 2023

The Summer Science Program (SSP) The Summer Science Program (SSP) is a non-profit organization that provides hands-on research experience to high school seniors. It is one of the oldest pre-college enrichment programs that is run and supported by its alumni. Each program includes twelve research teams, led by a team of seven full-time faculty members.

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