December, 2023

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12 Strategies to Deploy While We Await the FAFSA and Subsequent ISIR Arrival

Ruffaloni

This blog was co-authored with Ann Cools. By now we’ve all accepted that the next 60 days will be one of excitement and nervousness in the world of financial aid and enrollment management as we await the changes to the FAFSA. Some of you are well prepared; others are trying to get prepared with limited staff and even more limited resources. We feel your pain and we hope to provide a few things to have on your to-do list as you head into this delayed FAFSA season.

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20 Timeless Enrollment Marketing Maxims for School Growth Success

Enrollment Catalyst

Now that 2023 is in the rearview mirror, it is always good to reflect on the past year and to look ahead to 2024. In 2023, I had the opportunity to partner with 70 independent and faith-based schools. From my Enrollment Catalyst Program (on-site and virtual) to ongoing coaching, to my School Survey Solutions to my online School Ambassador Training Program , I am thankful for my partnership with school leaders.

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The Committees and Decisions of College Admission… And College Football

Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

This weekend Florida State beat Louisville in the ACC Championship and capped off an undefeated football season at 13-0. Translation for non-sports fans: they beat everyone they played. They practiced and prepared for each game, and despite some hardships– including losing both their first- and second-string quarterbacks to injury, achieved at the highest level within the context of their schedule.

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And The First Place Goes To.

Penn Nursing

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2024 UGA Overall EA Admissions

UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

Out-of-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the overall EA applicant and admitted groups. When you log into your status page, you will see a “View Update” link under the Status Update, and that is where you will see your decision. About 20 minutes after we release decisions, an email will go out to students who have not already checked their status letting them know a decision is available on their status page.

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Here’s How College Students Helped Drive $40T in Divestment From the Fossil Fuel Industry

BestColleges

Stand.earth, an advocacy organization managing the Global Fossil Fuel Divestment Commitments Database, announced the milestone on Dec. 15. Educational institutions make up 16.2% of worldwide fossil fuel divestment commitments. Organizations Campus Climate Network and Fossil Free Careers are poised to gain more ground in 2024. As of this month, over 1,600 institutions have committed to divest from fossil fuels, representing over $40 trillion in assets.

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Award-Winning Digital Marketing for Enrollment: RNL and Our Campus Partners Receive Five Gold Medals

Ruffaloni

To break through the noise of digital marketing in 2023, you need to catch the attention of prospective students and drive them to take action. That requires great creative work that really stands out from all the other marketing messages that students see—and it’s what the RNL creative team does with each campaign they undertake for colleges and universities.

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2023 Year in Review

Scoir

Happy Holidays! Everyone in the Scoir community plays a huge part in our success, and we’re so thankful that you’re here with us. Scoir wouldn’t be possible without all of you! Let’s explore how you’ve helped Scoir grow this year.

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Can a $50 donation really make an impact?

Penn Nursing

Penn Nursing's Annual Fund changes lives and helps develop the next generation of bold nurse leaders. The Fund provides additional financial aid, faculty resources, student experiences, and lifelong learning opportunities for students and alumni. But can a $50 donation really make an impact?

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ACT vs SAT: 11 Key Differences to Help You Pick the Right Test

PrepScholar

You've probably heard of the ACT and SAT, but how different are these two tests really In this extensive ACT vs SAT analysis, we look at the top 11 differences between the ACT and SAT and explain what these differences mean for you. And to conclude, we give you tips on how to decide whether you should take the ACT or SAT.

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The Dynamics of College Tuition: Comprehensive Guide to Compare and Navigate

road2college

The dynamics of college tuition and the total cost of attendance can be overwhelming. This guide will help you compare. The post The Dynamics of College Tuition: Comprehensive Guide to Compare and Navigate appeared first on Road2College.

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The Top 10 “Ah Ha” Moments in Graduate and Online Enrollment for 2023

Ruffaloni

In 2022, the conversations I had with clients and friends made me think that they hoped that 2023 would be the year that things went back to “normal.” It may be an understatement when I say that is not what ended up happening. Rather, 2023 is likely to be remembered as the beginning of a new age in higher education. We confirmed early in the year that classroom enrollment did not “snap back” to pre-pandemic levels, and while many students (most often undergraduates) were eager to get back to cam

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Video Highlights from Schools: 11 Holiday Videos to Mark 2023

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

Reading Time: 6 minutes The festive season is upon us once more! There’s a magical buzz as schools around the globe gear up for the holiday festivities. Embracing the essence of this season, schools are rolling out a wide range of holiday-themed video highlights , adding their sense of humor, creativity, and sincerity to make each video memorable.

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Maximizing Your Higher Education Budget for 2024

Scoir

Let’s explore how to make the most of the budget you’ve been allocated for the upcoming fiscal year, including higher education budget best practices.

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Five Ways Penn Nursing Is Tackling Health Misinformation and Disinformation

Penn Nursing

A commitment to science-based evidence centers Penn Nursing alumni, faculty, and students as champions of truth in a world of health rumors and fake news.

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Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Starts Health Equity Institute in D.C.

BestColleges

The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing (JHSON) has officially launched the Institute for Policy Solutions, a research institute dedicated to providing evidence-based, scalable policy solutions for tough healthcare challenges. The institute is located in Washington, D.C., and is designed to provide policymakers and elected officials with expert, timely access to healthcare experts.

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College Admissions: Our Predictions for 2024

Top Tier Admissions

Now that we have reflected on the shifting landscape of college admissions in 2023 , let’s look ahead to 2024 and three key predictions for the year ahead. Our commitment to staying ahead of these trends ensures that we provide the most comprehensive and effective guidance to our students, helping them navigate their journey to college with confidence and success.

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What We Learned About College Students and Families in 2023

Ruffaloni

As colleges and universities work to recruit and retain students in the post-pandemic world, understanding students and their families is more important than ever. The way students use technology search for college, the stress and anxiety they face, the economic challenges that impact their ability to afford college, and even the way they question the value of college have created daunting challenges for enrollment managers.

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Higher Ed On-Page SEO: A Comprehensive Guide to Elevating Your Web Content

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

Reading Time: 10 minutes With fierce competition for schools looking to attract leads, higher ed on-page SEO becomes increasingly important—especially in today’s SEO best practices. A well-crafted SEO strategy that includes on-page SEO techniques can significantly boost the visibility of your school’s web content, allowing you to be seen by your target audience on the search engine results page.

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Why Counselors Love Scoir

Scoir

We love hearing from our community, and we especially enjoy hearing how Scoir is helping counselors support students! ?

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Announcing the 2023 Amy Gutmann Leadership Scholars

Penn Nursing

This endowed program – created from a $2 million gift to Penn Nursing by former University of Pennsylvania President Amy Gutmann and her husband Michael Doyle – provides financial aid for exemplary undergraduate and graduate nursing students, supplementing their education with tailored learning to help shape nurse leaders who deliver exceptional evidence-based care, design research, inform policy, spark innovation, and advocate for social justice world-wide.

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Ivy League Schools Ranked – 2024

College Transitions

By now, whether you’ve been told about them at a young age, or you know someone attending one of them, or they’re a fairly recent discovery, my guess is that you’ve heard of the Ivy League schools. But do you really know them?

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The 13 Best College Essay Tips to Craft a Stellar Application

PrepScholar

In many ways, the most labor-intensive part of your college application process is the essay. It’s not just about forwarding transcripts or entering a list of extracurricular activities—you have to craft something personal and compelling to show the admissions committee who you are beyond your resume.

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3 Reasons to Attend the 2024 Graduate and Online Innovation Summit

Ruffaloni

RNL will host its third annual Graduate and Online Innovation Summit on February 22. Our theme this year is Motivations, Modalities and Marketing: Aligning All Your Do with Student Expectations , and it will help you set your course for success in 2024. Here are three things you don’t want to miss: 1. Hear what your peers are focused on in 2024. Attendees will be asked to identify the three questions that they need answers for as they plan for 2024.

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How to Maintain a Successful School Blog Top Tips and Insights

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

Reading Time: 8 minutes Gone are the days when schools relied solely on print advertising and direct mail to reach prospective students. In today’s digital era, schools have had to develop a digital voice to stay competitive and stand out in a crowded market. Over the past few years, school blogs have emerged as integral components of this endeavor, equipping educational institutions with invaluable resources to elevate their communication, foster engagement, and cultivate a sense of community.

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BTS: Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid

Scoir

This past November, 3 members of the Scoir team (including us, Becky and Ashley! ?

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Introducing the First Cohort of the Conway Scholars

Penn Nursing

Earlier this year Penn Nursing received a $1 million grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation – DAF, a donor-advised fund established by Philanthropists William (Bill) E. Conway Jr., co-founder and co-chairman of The Carlyle Group, and his wife, Joanne, to support a total of 40 high-merit students over a four-year period who are enrolled in a Penn degree program.

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12 Great Ideas For Celebrating Your Child’s College Acceptance

road2college

As the long-awaited acceptance letters arrive for high school seniors, families are coming up with unique and memorable ways to. The post 12 Great Ideas For Celebrating Your Child’s College Acceptance appeared first on Road2College.

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How to Navigate the Stressful World of College Admissions

Solomon Admissions

The college application process can be a stressful and overwhelming experience for both high school students and their parents. However, with the right approach, the process can be made less frustrating and the results more successful with some thoughtful planning. A Quick Guide for Parents and Students Here are a few tips to make navigating the college application process go more smoothly: Start early: The college application process takes time and effort.

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5th Annual College Admissions Preparation Day

Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

Re-upping this blog based on a few recent conversations with college and neighborhood friends who have kids in the admission process right now. Instead of texting or calling individually, I’ll just be forwarding this. You may it impersonal– I call it efficient. Po-tay-toe, Po-taa-toe! Regardless, if you are a senior, or you are currently supporting one, I hope you will READ ON!

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Best Online Summer Programs for High School Students – 2024

College Transitions

For almost two years, COVID-19 dramatically altered the everyday lives of American teens as well as young people all over the globe. One particularly salient change was the rise of virtual learning, both in traditional academic settings as well as summer programs.

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Hey is for Horses

Anna Ivey Consulting

"Hey, this is Anna, leave me a message." BEEEEEEEP. That might be a perfectly fine voicemail greeting for your friends and family to hear, but it's not appropriate in a formal, professional context. Now that admissions season is in full swing, it's a good time to check your voicemail greeting — you probably haven't listened to it in a while — and make sure it is appropriate for schools to hear if they contact you by phone.

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Paying Tribute To

Penn Nursing

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“Here’s Why My Daughter Thrived at a Small Liberal Arts College”

road2college

Small liberal arts colleges are often overlooked in favor of larger state universities, but for the right student, a small. The post “Here’s Why My Daughter Thrived at a Small Liberal Arts College” appeared first on Road2College.

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4 Things to Know Before Applying to a Test-Optional College

Solomon Admissions

Did you know that there are over 1,830 colleges and universities that have switched to test-optional over the last few years? According to Forbes , many of these schools did so to help combat the effects of COVID, but as COVID cases have been on a drastic decline schools are standing by this policy for a multitude of reasons. These universities recognize that standardized tests alone do not fully represent a student’s abilities, talents, and/or potential.

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January To-Do List for College-Bound Juniors

Scoir

January is a milestone month for college-bound high schoolers. While seniors will feel a sense of calm, having submitted all of their applications by this point, juniors will now begin the college search process if they are considering attending college.

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How to Choose a College — After Acceptance

College Transitions

Holding multiple college acceptance letters in your hand, you take a moment to marvel at these glorious tokens of survival. You have not only officially made it through the agonizing gauntlet known as the admissions process but you have emerged triumphant.