Grown & Flown

MAY 29, 2025

We need to choose our words carefullyespecially the ones we offer our children. I used to think I was being supportive, even encouraging, when I told my sons things like, Youre going to do great things, or Youre going places, kid. Those words came from love. From the belief in who they are and what theyre capable of. But in hindsight, I see that it may have been carelessness, not thoughtlessness, that led me to contribute to a culture of quiet, crushing expectations.

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Sara Harberson

MAY 29, 2025

With the school year coming to an end and my son showing increasing interest in the whole college experience, we are planning some college visits for the summer. Knowing him, we have to ease our way into this first major step of the process. Goodness, he just finished freshman year. Frankly, though, easing into college visits is an approach I recommend for all families.

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Enrollment Catalyst

MAY 28, 2025

In my work with schools across the country, I often see a pattern: when things get busy or uncertain, marketing and admissions efforts shift into reaction mode. Thats understandablebut not sustainable. Thats why Andy Lynch and I dedicated a recent Show & Tell Show to sharing 10 always-on strategies. These are practices that dont depend on the season or enrollment pressure.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MAY 28, 2025

Reading Time: 11 minutes In a world obsessed with TikTok trends and digital ad spends, its easy to overlook the humble email. Yet, email marketing for universities and other higher educational institutions isnt just surviving, its thriving. While newer platforms grab headlines, email continues to deliver results where it matters most: student recruitment.

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Grown & Flown

MAY 27, 2025

Students need the summer to rest and relax and may be busy with summer jobs. But THEIR downtime during the vacation months can sometimes collide with our work responsibilities, need for sleep and/or the activities of younger siblings. Students need to rest and recharge during the summer. They may already be busy with summer jobs, too. Here are 30 ways they can make the summer an even more productive one.

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College Transitions

MAY 26, 2025

In the early 1990s, the University of Pennsylvania was struggling to keep up with their fellow Ivy League universities and found itself frequently relegated to “back-up plan” status among the nations top students. Their institutions location in less-than-idyllic West Philadelphia and the “sounds like a state school” name contributed to their relative woes.

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Tex Admissions

MAY 30, 2025

The peak of volcano Tajumulco, Guatemala at sunrise (13,789 ft) One of the most common questions I receive from parents is, When and how did UT-Austin get so competitive? They will say, Back in my day, as long as you didnt flunk out of school and had a decent SAT, you could gain admission. It didnt matter what major you chose either. This sentiment motivated me to write my first two books, Your Ticket to the Forty Acres and Surviving the College Admissions Madness.

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Grown & Flown

MAY 28, 2025

Are your kids leaving for college soon? Here are 10 things we wish wed known… Tracy Hargen and her family at the University of Miami. (T. Hargen) 10 things to know about life after you drop your teen at college 1. For the first couple of months after drop off dont do anything. Dont make a ton of plans, or big decisions, or commit to anything. The lead-up to helping your youngest move into their new digs is exhausting physically and emotionally.

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PrepScholar

MAY 30, 2025

When it comes to crafting a strong college application, its easy to focus on numbers: GPA, test scores, number of AP courses, etc. And all of those factors can be important! However, what really sets applicants apart often comes down to less measurable, but equally important, qualities. Colleges want students who will have a positive impact on campus and beyond.

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Admissions.Blog

MAY 28, 2025

Your application journey includes creating an impressive college admissions essay, which holds great importance. This essay allows you to showcase your personality, which cannot be deduced from your scores and grades. However, a majority of students struggle with choosing a topic. Don’t worry if you’re having difficulty with the brainstorming stage; this guide will explore useful methods to help you uncover genuine ideas that will elevate your essay. 1.

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AdmissionSight

MAY 29, 2025

If you’re passionate about food, health, and helping others live their best lives, a degree in nutrition and dietetics might be the perfect path for you. But with so many programs out there, how do you choose the right one ? In this blog, weve rounded up the best colleges for nutrition and dietetics in the U.S. Whether youre aiming to become a registered dietitian, work in public health, or dive into nutrition research, youll find a program here that fits your goals and fuels your passion.

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Grown & Flown

MAY 24, 2025

As a former high school teacher, I looked forward to graduation season during my years in the classroom. It was delightful to see my students honoring their accomplishments and peering hopefully into the shiny future. I loved the pomp and circumstance, the tassels, the nervous laughter, the dressed-up students, the proud families, and the pulsing momentum of the future.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MAY 29, 2025

For First Year students applying to UGA for Fall 2026, we will keep the same longer personal essay (250-650 words) as before, using the essay prompts from the Common App. The shorter UGA specific essay (200-300 words suggested) topic will also remain the same as last year, with the following essay prompt: “ The transition from middle to high school is a key time for students as they reach new levels of both academic and personal discovery.

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Peterson's Blog

MAY 28, 2025

Picture this: Your student is embarking on a crucial academic journey, perhaps a demanding test prep adventure. They’re making good student progress, gaining ground, and feeling the momentum. Yet, unknowingly, there’s a significant learning gap forming beneath their feet a conceptual divide that’s not immediately visible. It’s like a deep, unseen crevice in the path, preventing true advancement.

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College Wise

MAY 26, 2025

With a dizzying number of college application components, it's hard to know where to start. To help your family stay organized and understand how to apply to college, we've put together the ultimate guide to the college application timeline. Here we'll provide expert advice on the materials required and the timeline to keep in mind.

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Grown & Flown

MAY 24, 2025

My son got his first job when he was thirteen. Hed spend the summer working in hayfields doing hard labor in the sun. He loved making money, but more than that, he loved working with his body and hands. I loved it too. For the first time in his life, my son had an outlet for his energy. He got a lot of satisfaction from working outside and being physically active.

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AdmissionSight

MAY 28, 2025

When applying to multiple schools , its normal to wonder if colleges can see what other colleges you apply to. While your application list is generally privatethanks to federal privacy laws and professional ethicsthere are still a few scenarios where that information might come up. Still worried that colleges might see where else youve applied or factor it into their decisions?

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Niche

MAY 30, 2025

How can I help you today? Whether booking a flight, dealing with customer service, or snagging a discount on shoes, admit it those little online pop-up bots have saved you time, phone calls, and future headaches. Now, imagine that same kind of instant support for students and families considering your school or college asking about course options, financial aid, events and so on.

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PrepScholar

MAY 30, 2025

Worried about dropping acceptance rates? Confused by test-optional policies? Curious about AI? We explain all these key college admissions trends and more.

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Grown & Flown

MAY 28, 2025

In today’s world, theres an overwhelming emphasis on excellence. We love the star athletes, the performers, the innovative thinkers. Schools and universities highlight the extraordinary students, celebrating the ones poised to leave a lasting legacy. And rightly so. Their stories are inspiring. Le’t reassure our students that “ordinary” aspirations are enough.

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AdmissionSight

MAY 27, 2025

Maybe you’re a future Bulldog, maybe you’re a parent, or maybe you’re just nosy and want to see where Rory Gilmore shouldve gone. Either way, a Yale campus tour is the perfect way to soak in all the gothic charm, secret courtyards, and Hogwarts vibes this Ivy League legend has to offer. Whether you’re walking the campus in person, clicking through a Yale virtual tour in your pajamas, or following an audio guide like a podcast-loving tourist, there’s a Yale universit

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Admissions Mom

MAY 30, 2025

Let’s just all take a deep breath. Ahhhh. Can’t you just feel that summer air approaching? Here in Houston were feeling that Texas heat and humidity, but maybe youre smelling the ocean breezes and mountain wildflowers. Spending your days watching little kids jump through front yard sprinklers. Sipping sweet cold drinks as we build elaborate sandcastles.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 27, 2025

The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania is probably the most famous business school in the world. Not only was it the first business school, but it has also produced more billionaires than any of the other business schools out there. Its an extremely popular school for students who want to study business, but its also one of the most competitive schools to get into.

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Grown & Flown

MAY 28, 2025

Every day, when I get home from work, I stop into my husbands home office to say hi. Its organized. Its tidy. Its calm. Its quiet. The smell of vanilla gently wafts from the air diffuser that sits in the corner plug. It is a space and place that is just for him. It is the complete and total opposite of where I spend my days. As a middle school teacher, I am well aware that I choose to live my days with pubescent, hormonal beings.

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AdmissionSight

MAY 29, 2025

Harvard is the oldest college in the country , but it’s anything but stuck in the past. The campus is full of student traditions, hidden courtyards, and stories that go far beyond what youll find in a brochure. Want a glimpse of it all? Take a Harvard campus tour. This guide covers every Harvard campus tour option: in-person tours, Harvard virtual tours, student-led sessions, group visits, and more.

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Caltech Admissions

MAY 26, 2025

Being at Caltech is great due to the schools excellent academics and research opportunities, and some of the other perks include getting to travel to different cities for conferences! In April 2025, I had the chance to visit Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to attend the National Conference of Undergraduate Research (NCUR). At the conference, I had the opportunity to present a poster with the research I conducted last summer through my SURF (Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship) at Florida Internat

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 26, 2025

Business is one of the most popular majors for undergraduate students in the United States, with nearly 20% of all undergraduates graduating with a business degree in hand. It makes sense. A major in business can be used in so many more ways than simply knowing how to start a business (although you can do it with that, too). A business degree empowers graduates to enter the corporate world or join a growing business.

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College Transitions

MAY 26, 2025

In addition to a college or universitys sticker price, which includes tuition, fees, and room and board, there are a number of additional hidden costs, from books and course materials to travel expenses and health care. One of the most costlybut increasingly necessaryitems is a personal laptop and reliable internet access.

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AdmissionSight

MAY 26, 2025

Writing a peer recommendation letter is a big deal it means a friend trusts you to show colleges who they are beyond grades and test scores. But figuring out how to write a peer recommendation letter thats both thoughtful and taken seriously by colleges can feel tricky. Not sure where to start? This guide walks you through everything you need to know about what a peer recommendation letter is and how to write one thats clear, meaningful, and supportive of your friends college goals.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 28, 2025

Every year, thousands of students apply to top colleges with perfect GPAs and sky-high test scores. But the secret to standing out isnt stuffing your resume with endless, one-off activitiesits developing a deep, authentic academic focus that makes admissions officers take notice. At Top Tier Admissions, weve cracked the code on what makes applicants shine.

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Solomon Admissions

MAY 29, 2025

Resources for essay writing can help you put together a structurally sound essay with polished grammar and vocabulary. Unfortunately, they arent always the most helpful in deciding what to write about and how to write about it. Is it better to be serious, light, funny, or controversial? Any of those may be appropriate, or not,… The post What Kind of College Essay Should I Write?

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 30, 2025

In the next installment of our Deep Dive series , where we share how certain schools gained their reputation for excellence in a particular discipline, were looking into New York Universitys renowned music programs. What makes NYUs arts offerings so prestigious? Well, like any good success story, it probably boils down to a combination of several advantages.

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AdmissionSight

MAY 25, 2025

So, you Googled “Cornell University cost” and felt overwhelmed when you saw it’s around $96,268 ? Well, dont stress just yet. Most students dont actually pay the full amount. Lets break down the real cost of attending Cornell University per year, per semester, and over four years. Well go through each part of the bill (like tuition, housing, meal plans, and more) and explain how financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce that number.

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Marks Education

MAY 28, 2025

Preparing for the MCAT is no piece of cake! If youre here, then you know its a rigorous and demanding review process that pushes prospective med students to their limits. Even more daunting is that every second of exam prep counts, and, with most MCAT tutors recommending 300-500 hours of study time before the exam, theres not a minute to waste! Whether youre prepping for the first time and you hope to earn your goal score without a retake, or you want to harvest some extra points the next time a

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Berkeley² Academy

MAY 29, 2025

The great state of Texas offers a wide range of outstanding academic institutions. Whether youre hoping to attend a large public university, a liberal arts college, or a small private school, you can find exactly what youre looking for within the Lone Star State.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 29, 2025

The first computer science degree was introduced in the 1950s, and the first Computer Science Department in the United States was created in 1962 at Purdue University. This is very recent in the world of college majors, but computer science went on to take the world by storm. Before too long, it became one of the most popular majors in the country and attracted hundreds of thousands of students to an opportunity to gain a degree that offered almost certain employment with outstanding starting sa

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College Transitions

MAY 29, 2025

During the Covid-19 pandemic, the test-optional movement reached its apex with just about every prominent university, including the Ivies and dozens of other highly-selective colleges, adopting multi-year policies that made the submission of an SAT or ACT score an optional component of the admissions process.

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