December, 2022

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Emotions and College Planning

Ruffaloni

In 2022 RNL surveyed high school counselors and parents of high school students, and overwhelmingly they shared that the mental and emotional health of students was their most pressing concern. In addition, counselors said mental and emotional health was their primary job focus, and parents shared their worries about how mental and emotional health issues might impact their students’ lives and transition into college and adulthood. .

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Whats A Deferral And What Do You Do About It?

Ivy Central

When you apply to your top choice college in the early application round you will get one of three responses, accepted (yippee), rejected (boo) or deferred (what?). In this article, I’m going to explore what it means if you are deferred and more importantly what to do about it. What is deferral? Deferral from a college means you are still in the game, the college has not rejected your application, rather that your application will be re-evaluated along with the applications they receive in the R

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7 Retention Strategies in the Evaluation Phase of the Family Journey

Enrollment Catalyst

Once a family is enrolled in your school, the parent is in the evaluation phase of the Family Journey. Parents will validate their choice and determine if they have made the right decision. This Phase is focused on retention. Just because a family is enrolled today, doesn’t mean that they will continue their enrollment. Parents continually reflect on their experience in your school and evaluate the decision they’ve made.

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The Role of Parents/Caregivers in College Admission

Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

My daughter’s birthday party was last Friday. Long story short, it involved a frenzied and surprisingly competitive neighborhood- wide scavenger hunt, copious amounts of half- eaten pizza slices, a sugar fueled late-night living room dance party, and periodic tween screaming that hit notes any soprano would commend. Good times were had and only one slight injury occurred.

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Here Are College Football’s Biggest and Coolest NIL Deals in 2022

BestColleges

College athletes have been able to profit off their name, image, and likeness since July 2021. This college football season was the second full season in which players have been able to make NIL deals. This year saw big bucks, unique partnerships, and the extension of NIL deals into private philanthropy. The college football landscape forever changed in 2021 when the NCAA implemented its policy allowing college athletes to make money off their name, image, and likeness (NIL).

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Ways to warm up on campus

Colorado State University

No matter where you’re coming from, there’s no need to worry about the cold in Fort Collins. The weather is usually mild and there are lots of ways to keep warm while roaming Colorado State University’s campus. #1. Stay toasty near a fire in the Lory Student Center. There are many spaces in the Lory Student Center to re-charge. Kick your feet up and read a book near the fireplaces of the Diane Warren Kindness Lounge or the Paul and Elsie Forsythe Legacy Lounge. #2.

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Help Us Build Our Graduate and Online Research for 2023

Ruffaloni

RNL’s 2023 graduate and online research agenda will include an analysis of the policy and practice adjustments that are most likely make graduate or online students select your institution rather than the others they are considering (75+ percent of these students consider at least two institutions). To accomplish this and make the results as useful as possible, we are giving you the chance to help shape our research (more on how to do this at the end of this blog).

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Why you shouldn’t write your own MBA recommendations

North Star Admissions Consulting

Theoretically, no one should write their own MBA recommendations. However, it’s unfortunately all too common for applicants to be asked to do so. Although it might seem like the easiest path to acquiesce, here are three good reasons not to do so: You risk having your application pulled, or your offer rescinded. If a school realizes that you have written your own recommendations, there is a real risk that you will jeopardize your application.

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F&M College | Check out amazing student stories and experiences! 

iSchoolConnect

Located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, F&M is home to students from over 40 countries. Along with having a strong education system, the college offers a vibrant social life with 100+ student clubs, 11 intramural and club sports teams, and much more. The research opportunities provided by F&M College are popular with all students. We connected with […].

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The Complete Guide to Google Scholarships

PrepScholar

Google is one of the world's software and technology powerhouses—it's not surprising that they offer several scholarships for students interested in pursuing computer science and engineering. Because Google has the resources to offer very generous awards, applicants come up against serious competition when gunning for one of their scholarships. If you're interested in a Google scholarship, you should be as prepared as possible if you want to submit a successful application.

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Tuition at Every Medical School in the United States (Updated in 2022)

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

Medical school tuition and fees for out-of-state students, listed from highest to lowest. How much does medical school cost? Introduction List of tuition at every medical school (MD) List of tuition at every medical school (DO). -. Introduction It’s a well-known fact that attending medical school is expensive. To illustrate this, consider the median costs of tuition, fees, and health insurance at allopathic medical schools during the 2022–2023 academic year: $41,095 (in-state, public medical sch

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Five Eye-Opening Things We Learned About Online Education in 2022

Ruffaloni

2022 will be remembered as RNL’s “Year of Online.” Over the course of the last 12 months, we published two groundbreaking reports focused on online education. In May, we released the inaugural Online Student Recruitment Report presenting findings from our survey of 1,600 prospective online students. We followed this with the debut of the Online Program Marketing and Recruitment Practices report in October, which profiled the strategies, tactics, and operations of more than 100 schools with onlin

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A Note to Regular Decision Applicants from the Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Cornell University Undergraduate Admissions Office

December 23, 2022. Greetings! With the approaching Regular Decision application deadline for Cornell University, application materials will be sent to us in increasing volume as many students work intently to finalize their admissions applications and essays. We will be working hard to process application materials and respond to related inquiries as soon as we can.

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What Business School Applicants Need to Know About the GMAT and GRE

North Star Admissions Consulting

Covid has changed the MBA admissions landscape in many ways, including altering standardized testing requirements and options. Here is what business school applicants need to know about the GMAT and GRE. Which test should I take? Candidates have been wondering which test to take for years, since business schools began accepting either the GMAT or the GRE , instead of just the GMAT.

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Report: Education Dept. Illegally Took Wages From Student Loan Borrowers

BestColleges

Wage garnishments are withheld wages from loan borrowers who have defaulted. Garnishment became illegal after the CARES Act of 2020. The report claims the Department of Education has lost control over the garnishment collection system, saying it is riddled with invalid addresses and gaps in contact information. Borrowers are being harmed by illegal wage withholding and have experienced increased housing, food, and savings insecurities, the report says.

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What Are the Ivy League Schools' Acceptance Rates for 2022?

PrepScholar

The eight schools in the Ivy League are among the most well-known and selective universities both within the US and in the world at large. Because of this, Ivy League (and similarly selective non-Ivy) schools have tens of thousands of students from whom to choose their class of 2026. But what are Ivy League schools' acceptance rates, and how have those rates changed over time?

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A college Q&A with our student vlogger

Colorado State University

A Ram’s Life is a vlog series for Rams by Rams, and showcases everything from the daily life of a CSU Ram to advice videos, DIY tutorials, tips and tricks for navigating college life, and even excursions into Fort Collins and beyond. Our student vlogger, Amanda, answers the hard questions about picking a college, transitioning from high school to college, picking a dorm, and so much more.

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How to Withdraw Your College Application

College Transitions

You entered the college admissions crucible in Fall 2022 as an “applicant” and emerged as an “accepted student.” This glorious metamorphosis deserves to be met with excessive celebration. It’s a time to ceremoniously put down.

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Why you were denied

JON BOECKENSTEDT'S ADMISSIONS WEBLOG

Some early decision admission decisions are rolling in, from the sound of things. And the annual understandable confusion from parents, counselors, and students rolls in right behind them. Few of them, of course, are questioning or complaining about acceptances; it’s the denials (also called “rejections”) that cause the stress and strain.

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Holiday Gift Guide for Parents of Teens

the college spy

I speak with high school students every day. As we work to develop college lists and effective applications, my students share details of their lives and I get to know them well. Based on these conversations, here is The College Spy’s list of what your teen really wants (and needs) for the holidays. Upgrade their technology. Many parents buy their high school senior a new laptop as a graduation gift so they are prepared for college.

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Fostering College Success: Family Privilege Eludes Students Aged Out of System

BestColleges

This is the fourth installment in "Fostering College Success," a BestColleges News special report exploring the unique challenges students with experience in foster care face while pursuing higher education. Family privilege is the idea that young people who come from an intact family have an advantage over those with experience in the foster care system.

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9 First Generation Scholarships to Help You Pay for College

PrepScholar

Paying for college can be challenging for many students. College is expensive and the financial aid process isn't always transparent or easy to navigate. Fortunately, if you're willing to spend some time looking, there are many different resources out there that can help you figure out how to pay for college. If you're a first generation college student, there are many first generation scholarship opportunities that you can apply for.

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3 Colleges with Amazing Swimming Pools

College Wise

Is the thought of going to a college with a sub-standard pool a big red flag for you? Can you not imagine life without being in the water? Whether you're a student athlete, a competitive swimmer, or just love swimming, this blog will explore three great colleges that come complete with an amazing swimming pool!

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What to Do After Getting Deferred By Your First-Choice College

College Transitions

You shed any Prufrockian paralysis and boldly confess your undying love to the college of your dreams. By applying early decision you’ve offered them 100% commitment and devotion with no guarantees in return. Your heart.

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Meet CSU vlogger, Amanda, and see a day in her life at CSU

Colorado State University

A Ram’s Life is a vlog series for Rams by Rams, and showcases everything from the daily life of a CSU Ram to advice videos, DIY tutorials, tips and tricks for navigating college life, and even excursions into Fort Collins and beyond. Meet our new vlogger, Amanda, and take a glance at her day of classes, studying, dining-hall stops, and more. See more of our student vloggers.

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$1.5 million Gift Will Create Kraft Center for Student Success

#LetsBFRANK: The College Admissions Blog

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology announced today a $1.5 million donation from the Kraft Family Foundation. The funds will establish the Kraft Center for Student Success at the college’s new campus in Nubian Square, where students will receive resources to support academics, transportation, housing, food, childcare support, mental health resources, and career coaching while studying for careers in technical fields.

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Colleges Offer Courses in Klingon and Dothraki. Yes, Really.

BestColleges

Courses on constructed languages — "conlangs" — are offered at numerous universities. Students study how languages such as Elvish and Valyrian are formed and create their own language. These courses have grown in popularity thanks to shows such as "Game of Thrones" and "Lord of the Rings.". Understanding conlang principles can help students learn more established languages.

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All the College Ranking Lists You Should Read

PrepScholar

People love ranking lists. There are tons of TV shows and articles ranking something, from the prettiest celebrities to the best songs of the 1980s. The fascination with college ranking lists has been around for over 30 years, ever since the U.S. News & World Report debuted its list in 1983. There are quite a few college ranking lists out there, but which ones are the best ones?

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Extracurriculars for Students Interested in a Business Major

College Wise

Some students apply to college with a plan to explore a wide variety of fields and then figure out where their true passions lie. Not so with business applicants. That's why exploring business-related extracurriculars and demonstrating an academic interest throughout high school can help increase students' chances of admission to college and their dream program.

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An Open-Minded Approach to College List Building

College Admissions Strategies

News flash! Not everybody gets to go to Princeton! In fact, very few people get to go to Princeton. Likewise the other Ivies, MIT, Cal Tech, Duke, Chicago, Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, Vanderbilt and a couple dozen other brand name universities. Only about 40,000 of last year’s 1.1 million college applicants, or 3%, are now freshmen […]. The post An Open-Minded Approach to College List Building appeared first on College Admissions Strategies.

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Meet CSU vlogger, Jenny, and see a day in her life at Colorado State

Colorado State University

A Ram’s Life is a vlog series for Rams by Rams, and showcases everything from the daily life of a CSU Ram to advice videos, DIY tutorials, tips and tricks for navigating college life, and even excursions into Fort Collins and beyond. Meet Jenny, one of our newest vloggers! Tune in and get to know her as she goes through her day as a Colorado State student, honors student, and second-year Journalism and Media Communication major.

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The 50 most in-demand skills for graduates of your master’s programs

EAB

Blogs. The 50 most in-demand skills for graduates of your master's programs. We know that graduate students often enroll to gain the skills and knowledge necessary for bigger and better professional opportunities. But which skills do employers seek most frequently, and which mater’s programs offer top skills to students? Our researchers analyzed job postings data nationwide to determine the top 50 most in-demand skills for professionals with a master’s degree.

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The Best C++ Projects for Beginners

BestColleges

Many industries that include game development use C++ to create applications. C++ projects for beginners feature step-by-step guides. People learning C++ benefit from a large community of fluent coders. Have you ever wanted to learn a new skill, hobby, or language, but you really dislike school? You're not weird, and you're not alone. Many beginner programmers enjoy the excitement of learning a new language through projects or games.

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The Best SAT Math Practice Tests and Questions

PrepScholar

For SAT Math prep, no matter your strategy—whether you're doing self-study, taking a prep class, or working with a tutor— you need to be working with real SAT Math practice materials. The SAT Math test will be different from any other math test you've taken. You need to work with the real material to get used to the pacing and style of this unique test.

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What is the PSAT & When is it?

College Wise

Students are in the thick of testing, and parents may have questions about the PSAT, scoring, differences between the PSAT and SAT, and how the movement toward digital testing will affect future students. We're sharing everything you need to know and more!

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Rutgers Advocacy Corps Turns Students Into Lobbyists

Educated Quest

I recently learned about a unique Rutgers class that you should know about called the Rutgers Advocacy Corps. It’s taught by Francine Pfeiffer, Rutgers’ Vice President for Federal Relations. Francine mentioned the Corps during a virtual presentation about the university’s lobbying activities and achievements in our nation’s capital.

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How to help your student choose a college: A parent checklist

Colorado State University

Once your student has been admitted to colleges, they might be floundering on how to choose one. While some students may have a clear first choice, others might feel undecided and unsure of how to make sure they’re picking the right school. And, there can be a lot of factors that go into making a decision, so laying them all out and helping your student make an informed choice can fall to you.