Expert Admissions

JULY 1, 2025

Virtual college tours help you decide which universities you want to apply to when it’s time. They also enable you to eliminate schools which might not be a good fit. Check out our blog to learn more about which schools offer these tours. However, you might still have questions about exactly what to do when you’re “touring.” To guide you through the journey, we’ve provided some tips on how to take advantage of these virtual visits.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JULY 2, 2025

Reading Time: 11 minutes As of 2023, more than 464 million people listen to podcasts regularly, and this number is growing each year. And with over 70% of parents listening with their children, podcasts are a communication channel your school can’t afford to overlook. Why does this matter for education marketing? Because parents, students, and alumni increasingly expect content that’s on demand, easy to consume, and aligned with how they already engage with other brands.

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AdmissionSight

JULY 3, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-154 ai-optimize-introduction"><strong>The University of Virginia (UVA) is a public flagship university in Charlottesville, known for strong academics and a campus rooted in history. <a href="[link] you&#8217;re thinking about applying</a>, it’s smart to look closely at the cost, because UVA tuition can vary widely depending on where you live and what kind of financial aid you get.</strong></p> <p class="ai-

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 30, 2025

Thinking about applying to a UC? Good choice! The University of California (UC) system is a super famous network of ten public universities, all spread out across California. Each one offers a unique vibe and a lively campus. You’ve got options: from the buzzing city life at UCLA and UC Berkeley (they’re known for amazing research and tons of different programs) to the beautiful coastlines of UC Santa Barbara and UC San Diego (hello, marine science!

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Expert Admissions

JULY 2, 2025

Expert Admissions hosted a webinar with admissions officers from Southern Methodist University (SMU) and the University of Florida (UF). They discussed the rise in popularity of Southern schools and answered questions about the schools’ admissions processes, academics, campus cultures, and more. Rising Interest in Southern Schools Schools in the South are seeing a surge in popularity nationwide, with many students and families now looking southward for a blend of academic excellence and supporti

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Great College Advice

JUNE 30, 2025

What is Need-Blind Admission to College? Clients ask the team at Great College Advice repeatedly to explain the relationship between the financial aid and admissions offices to help them understand how financial need is factored into admissions decisions. Usually, these questions revolve around whether a college is “need-blind” or “need-aware.” So in this post, we’ll try to shed some light on how the admissions and financial aid offices work together.

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 29, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-662 ai-optimize-introduction"><strong>In 2024, <a href="[link] students</a> took the <a href="[link] Spanish Language and Culture Exam</a> The average score was 3.54, and 82.9% of test-takers earned a 3 or higher.</strong> That’s a solid pass rate. Nearly a third of students scored a 4, and more than 1 in 5 earned a 5.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 30, 2025

Essay prompts revolving around Identity or Diversity or “How will you contribute to X campus?” have become increasingly common in the past few years, in part possibly because of the Supreme Court’s decision limiting the use of race in admissions decisions. And these kinds of prompts can confuse plenty of students. So below, we’ll talk through a way to approach these that can help virtually any student show how their identities and experiences can contribute to a college campus and community.

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Tex Admissions

JULY 4, 2025

Many families want to get a head start on the college application process. I’ve received many more messages since COVID from middle and early high school, and even sometimes elementary parents about tips and advice for their children. I almost never work with students before their junior year because I don’t want to be in the business of telling teenagers how to live or not live their lives.

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 28, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-137 ai-optimize-introduction">The University of Chicago (UChicago) <a href="[link] a Core Curriculum</a> that challenges students to connect ideas across different disciplines. This article lists 15 unique courses at UChicago you can consider, whether you’re completing the Core Curriculum or looking for electives.</p> <ul> <li class="ai-optimize-138" aria-level="1"><a href="#unique-arts-and-huma

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Marks Education

JULY 2, 2025

Applying to college is a huge milestone in many high school students’ lives, and it’s natural for parents to want to help them make the best of it. However, despite many parents’ good intentions, they may inadvertently complicate or add more stress to the process for their student. Curious how you can strike the right balance and avoid overbearing involvement in favor of more positive, supportive guidance?

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Expert Admissions

JUNE 30, 2025

If you’re applying to college soon, odds are, you will be filling out the Common Application. The Common App has made some changes for the 2025-2026 cycle. The previous “community disruption” and COVID question have been replaced by a new prompt that has expanded to capture a broader range of impacts students may experience. Students might wonder whether they should fill out this section.

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DC College Counseling

JULY 2, 2025

July has finally arrived – time for fireworks, family barbecues, and hopefully some time to relax! It’s also blazing hot and muggy in the DMV (and beyond), so stay cool and hydrated. And speaking of soaring temperatures, the heat around higher education continues to build, too! Here’s your updated deep dive: BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK President of the University of Virginia Resigns On June 27, 2025, Jim Ryan stepped down as President of the University of Virginia after months of fe

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 29, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-131 ai-optimize-introduction">Columbia University has a <a href="[link] Curriculum</a> that requires all students to take courses across different disciplines, from literature to philosophy to science. You can check the <a href="[link] course catalog</a> to look for what interests you.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 30, 2025

Sometimes students want to write about extracurricular activities in a personal statement. But it can be easy to end up writing an essay that’s more like an activities list or resume, rather than something that shows their core values, insights, skills, qualities, experiences, maybe even some world view. So how can they write about extracurricular activities in a personal statement in a way that a) stands out, and b) helps an admissions officer learn a lot about them?

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PrepScholar

JUNE 30, 2025

Have you ever wondered to yourself, “What do college applications look like?” You’re not alone! For many students, the college application process can feel overwhelming , especially when they see all the different forms, sections, and essay prompts. But here’s the good news: most college apps have a similar structure. Once you understand the basics, the entire process of applying for college becomes much easier!

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 28, 2025

We’re back with another post in our series breaking down each Common App prompt, and today we’re diving into Prompt #3. At TKG, we’re longtime fans of Prompt #7 (the open-ended “write whatever you want” option) because it gives students the most creative freedom. But, we also know that kind of blank page energy can be intimidating. If you’re someone who prefers a little structure, Prompt #3 might be a good fit.

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 30, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-6 ai-optimize-introduction">In 2024, <a href="[link] students</a> took the <a href="[link] English Literature and Composition Exam</a> The average score was 3.16, with about 72.4% of students earning a 3 or higher, which most colleges count as a passing score. That’s a decent pass rate, but if you want a top score, you’ll need to read, analyze, interpret, and write clearly under pressure.</p> <p class="ai-optim

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Solomon Admissions

JULY 3, 2025

Do you have a test coming up? A paper due? A big presentation, perhaps? No matter what you have on your plate, developing good study habits can be the foundation you need to succeed. The five helpful tips in this article focus on a variety of areas related to your learning. Utilize one, two, or… The post 5 Strategies to Develop Good Study Habits appeared first on Solomon Admissions Consulting.

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DC College Counseling

JUNE 30, 2025

It’s summer time – and while we strongly encourage families to visit college campuses during active semesters to get a better sense of campus life, we know that’s not always an option. Sometimes, your only choice is to go in the summer when the kids are out of school and you're already planning a vacation. If that’s the case, why not visit when there’s something special happening on or around campus?

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 1, 2025

With the launch of the digital SAT in March 2024 and the more recent updates to the ACT in April 2025 (both of which introduced significant changes to test formats) the standardized testing landscape is more uncertain than ever. At Top Tier Admissions, we’ve received a steady stream of questions about these shifts, so we’re sharing some of the most frequently asked questions along with our expert insights.

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 28, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-6 ai-optimize-introduction"><a href="[link] style="font-weight: 400;">Yale</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> vs </span><a href="[link] style="font-weight: 400;">Columbia</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is one of the biggest Ivy League matchups you’ll face if you are aiming for top-tier academics, strong name recognition, and pow

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College Transitions

JULY 1, 2025

From 1980 to 1990, Boston College accepted as few as 31% of applicants and as many as 45% of prospective Eagles. Between 1994 and 2003, the average SAT score jumped roughly 100 points with the 50th percentile scores climbing from 1120-1270 up to 1210-1360.

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 1, 2025

If you are a junior interested in the classics, you are a pretty awesome student — and this certainly didn’t come out of nowhere. Building an interest in the classics while in high school typically means that you’ve been exploring ancient Greek and Latin language, philosophy, and history beyond the standard coursework available at school. Maybe you are taking an elective focused on the classics, or maybe you’ve taken online courses on your own, or perhaps you’ve been reading and studying indepen

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JLV College Counseling

JUNE 28, 2025

There are thousands of scholarships out there. Below you will find many scholarships, most with general eligibility requirements. My goal is to share some lesser-known scholarships with my readers every Saturday. Don’t wait. Apply for these great scholarships today! And, if you missed the last Scholarship Saturday , check it out. There are scholarships there that are still open!

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AdmissionSight

JULY 3, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-153 ai-optimize-introduction">Are you looking for prompts for Wesleyan supplemental essays? Well, there’s actually none. That’s right—the university doesn’t have a school-specific supplemental essay beyond the main <a href="[link] Application or Coalition</a> personal statement.</p> <p class="ai-optimize-154">Without supplemental essays, you’ll need to find other ways to prove your fit and stand out.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2025

In the 1990s and early 2000s, the University of Chicago was still a premier destination for quiet, bookish types, many of whom had their heart set on a future in research/academia.

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 29, 2025

A major in psychology is popular and practical from the perspective of having a clear career trajectory. The only option isn’t to become a therapist, though. Students who major in psychology go into everything from marketing to social work, to counseling, with many going on to graduate or medical school to achieve licensing. The first step is your undergraduate degree.

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road2college

JULY 3, 2025

Families figuring out how to pay for college will soon face new federal loan rules. Congress has passed sweeping legislation. The post Congress Overhauls Parent and Student Loans: What Families Need to Know appeared first on Road2College.

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 29, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-6 ai-optimize-introduction">Have you ever imagined yourself doing real scientific research at a college-level lab? But do you also want to keep learning more about science in the world? The <a href="[link] of Florida Student Science Training Program (UF SSTP)</a> combines theory and hands-on lab work in a university campus environment.

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College Transitions

JUNE 29, 2025

Are you trying to decide between the best public high schools in Michigan? Well, today we’ll navigate the vast educational waters of the Great Lakes State. Just like those beloved lakes, the best public schools in Michigan are known for their depth and wonder.

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 4, 2025

As summer marches on, so does our series breaking down each Common App essay prompt. If you’ve spent any time on our blog, you already know we’re big Prompt #7 people (the “write whatever you want” one). We love the freedom it gives you, but we also know that a structureless prompt can feel overwhelming for some students. So today, we’re diving into Prompt #5, sharing our honest takes along with tips and tricks to help you write it well.

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HelloCollege

JULY 1, 2025

If you’re planning on applying to Boston University , you’ll need to write one additional 300-word supplemental essay above and beyond your Common App Personal Statement. On its admissions page , Boston University stresses the importance of your essays to your application as being “an important part of your application because it gives you the chance to tell us your story as an applicant.

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AdmissionSight

JUNE 28, 2025

<p class="ai-optimize-223 ai-optimize-introduction">Looking for the best colleges for biochemistry in the US? Let’s explore top schools offering exceptional biochemistry programs, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a solid foundation for your future career in science. Get ready to find the perfect fit for your academic goals!</p> <ul> <li class="ai-optimize-224" aria-level="1"><a href="#best-universities-for-biochemistry-in-th

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College Transitions

JULY 1, 2025

More than 11,000 freshman students entered Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus in the fall of 2024. This followed an admissions cycle where Purdue received 78,526 applications, a school record. While the overall acceptance rate has hovered around 50% in recent years, it’s quite easy to underestimate just how selective a school Purdue University truly is.

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Tex Admissions

JUNE 30, 2025

Rabbit island, Okunoshima, Japan I’m deeply critical of recommendation letters in the college application and admissions process. In my second book, Surviving the College Admissions Madness , I argue that they’re a gigantic waste of time. They do not improve the chances of admission for 98% or more of applicants. What happens when recommendation letters are forbidden?

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 3, 2025

We’re continuing our deep dive into each of the seven Common App essay prompts, giving you advice on how to brainstorm, write, and refine your Common App essay. If you’ve been here a while, you know we don’t always follow “conventional” college essay advice, and honestly, that’s why our students get results. Today, we’re tackling the newest Common App prompt: Prompt #4.

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