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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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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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And The First Place Goes To.

Penn Nursing

Penn Nursing This issue - Fall 2023 Spring 2025 Fall 2024 Spring 2024 Fall 2023 Spring 2023 Fall 2022 Spring 2022 Fall 2021 Spring 2021 Search Features Don’t Go! Keeping Nursing at the Bedside The Numbers Promising Approaches Policy Five Ways Penn Nursing Is Tackling Health Misinformation and Disinformation Discovery & Innovation Connecting the Dots Summer Institute Penn Nursing Helps Launch New United Community Clinic Innovation Accelerator Leadership The Parent Equation Investing In

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Penn Collaboratory to Fund Ten New Pilot Studies on Aging

Penn Nursing

The Penn Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory for Healthy Aging (PennAITech) – made up of Penn's School of Nursing , the Perelman School of Medicine , and other departments across the University – focuses on identifying developing, evaluating, commercializing, and disseminating innovative technology and artificial intelligence methods/software to support aging.

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Republican Senator, Representative Introduce Bill to Enforce Ban on Affirmative Action

BestColleges

A U.S. senator and U.S. representative, both Republicans, introduced the College Admissions Accountability Act to help enforce the Supreme Court's decision to end affirmative action in college admissions. The act would install a special inspector general and implement reporting and oversight procedures to ensure race is no longer used as a determining factor in college admissions.

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Common App Transfer Guide – 2024

College Transitions

A college diploma features the name of just one institution. Yet, for many, this hardly tells the true story of their unique college journey, which is often an amalgam of experiences across two or more postsecondary settings. In fact, at some point, approximately one-third of all U.S.

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How Local and State Laws May Impact the College Search Process

College Wise

College research can be an overwhelming endeavor for many students. Equally challenging for parents and guardians in search of a safe place to send their teen to college. In this blog, our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team is sharing insight on how state and local laws can drive your college research process.

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9 Steps To Take Junior and Senior Year To Secure College Merit Aid

road2college

Recently Melissa G., a parent in our Paying for College 101 Facebook Group whose child got into the College of. The post 9 Steps To Take Junior and Senior Year To Secure College Merit Aid appeared first on Road2College.

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College Football Playoff: 2023-2024 Schedule and Matchups

BestColleges

Michigan, Washington, Texas, and Alabama made the cut for the College Football Playoff. No. 1 Michigan will face No. 4 Alabama in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day. No. 2 Washington will face No. 3 Texas in the Sugar Bowl immediately after the Rose Bowl. The College Football Playoff committee left out undefeated ACC champion Florida State after Alabama's win over two-time national champion Georgia in the SEC Championship game.

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Which States Require the ACT? Full List and Advice

PrepScholar

In recent years, the number of states that administer the ACT statewide has more than doubled. T here are now 10 states that require every junior to take the test and five more that either require the test in some districts or offer it as a free option for students who wish to take it. This post explains why these programs exist, which states have them, and how you can take advantage of them if you live in one of these states.

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Don’t Go! Keeping Nursing at the Bedside

Penn Nursing

The news of a nursing workforce shortage is everywhere, but reality is complicated. Keeping nurses at the bedside in communities where they're needed is crucial—and knowing how and why the problems exist (and can be fixed) is just as important.

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2024-25 FAFSA Guide: Latest Changes, Steps and Tips to Get the Aid You Deserve

road2college

This fully updated 2024-25 FAFSA guide provides the essential information you need to successfully apply for college financial aid. The. The post 2024-25 FAFSA Guide: Latest Changes, Steps and Tips to Get the Aid You Deserve appeared first on Road2College.

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Cherokee Nation Medical School to Graduate First Class

BestColleges

Oklahoma State University's College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation is the only medical school located within a reservation and in partnership with a Native American tribe. Native Americans comprise less than 1% of medical students. The program allows students to work with Indigenous communities. Oklahoma State University (OSU) is set to graduate the first class of medical students trained in partnership with a Native American tribe.

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ACT Registration Dates and Deadlines (2023, 2024)

PrepScholar

To ensure you have a solid ACT study plan, you must first familiarize yourself with ACT registration dates. What and when are the most important ACT deadlines? How can knowing these deadlines benefit you as a test taker? In this article, we go over upcoming ACT registration dates and examine the general patterns of ACT registration deadlines. We also discuss the differences in deadlines for late registration, standby registration, and changes to your test reservation before wrapping up with a lo

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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… The post 4 Things to Know Before Applying to a Test-Optional College appeared first on Solomon Admissions Consulting.

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Parenting Dilemma: To Assist or Not to Assist in College Applications? Hear What Parents Have to Say

road2college

During the height of college application season, many parents start to wonder just how much assistance they should be giving. The post Parenting Dilemma: To Assist or Not to Assist in College Applications? Hear What Parents Have to Say appeared first on Road2College.

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To Thailand, With Love (of Nursing)

Penn Nursing

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Lessons from East Coker

JON BOECKENSTEDT'S ADMISSIONS WEBLOG

This is the third electronic–and perhaps the 33rd mental–draft of this I’ve attempted. You see, December 5th, 2023, marks my 40th anniversary in this profession in one way or another. I’ve been trying to figure out what to say, and how to say it to mark the occasion.

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Top Priorities for Community Colleges in 2024

EAB

Podcast Top Priorities for Community Colleges in 2024 Episode 175. December 5, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes. EAB experts Dr.

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Understanding the Student Aid Index: How FAFSA Will Now Use SAI for Your Financial Aid

road2college

The world of college financial aid is changing rapidly. This is your guide to a key component: the Student Aid. The post Understanding the Student Aid Index: How FAFSA Will Now Use SAI for Your Financial Aid appeared first on Road2College.

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California Faculty Association Holds 1-Day Strike at San Francisco State

BestColleges

Faculty at San Francisco State University went on a one-day strike in support of workers' demands. Demands include fair pay, increasing the salary floor, and more gender-neutral bathrooms and lactation spaces in campus buildings. Four campuses across the CSU are holding one-day strikes, with the potential for a systemwide strike in January. The California Faculty Association (CFA) held a one-day strike at San Francisco State University, one of four separate one-day strikes planned across the cou

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Weekly Update: December 5

DC College Counseling

December’s arrival means students are finishing up any remaining regular decision supplemental essays and applications. Every year our students tell us how happy they are to be done well in advance of the winter break and January deadlines! While we all hope that the early admission decisions will bring good news, it takes some of the pressure off to know that all of the essays are finished, no matter what.

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What Does the Green Light Symbolize in the Great Gatsby?

College Transitions

Much ink has been spilled (perhaps too much) trying to explain what the green light symbolizes in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby.

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Mid-December Reminders and Checklist (2023 Version)

Admissions Mom

Yay you! You all made it through the early rounds, including the Texas apps and the UC apps for those who applied to those schools. So, so, so many high fives to all of you!!! And many of you have even gotten some awesome acceptance letters so far — more high fives! So what now? Here are a few reminders to get you through the next few weeks: Hold onto Your Hearts: As you hear back from early applications over the next few weeks, do some emotional planning.

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California Higher Education Leaders Talk Post-Pandemic Challenges, AI, and Free Speech

BestColleges

The event featured Michael V. Drake, president of the University of California; Mildred García, chancellor of California State University; and Aisha Lowe, executive vice chancellor at California Community Colleges. The leaders from California's three public higher education systems spoke about their goals for a post-pandemic future, including increasing transfer and dual enrollment and expanding diversity.

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Holiday Celebrations Across College Campuses

DC College Counseling

The winter holiday season is filled with celebrations, special foods, and beautiful decorations. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, the Winter Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or other holidays, this time of year is marked by traditions at home and at school. Last year we highlighted some of our favorite college Thanksgiving traditions , so this year we are highlighting some of our favorite winter holiday celebrations on college campuses across the country!

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How do demographic shifts intersect with college search trends in your region?

EAB

Blogs How do demographic shifts intersect with college search trends in your region? Insights from EAB’s Audience Dataset By Ryan Gardner-Cook, PhD Time lags in the major student recruitment data sources (e.g., IPEDS) make it hard to get an up-to-date read on what’s happening in the enrollment market. It can feel like you’re perpetually adjusting your strategy based on information that’s already out of date.

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Medical School Acceptance Rates – 2024

College Transitions

Embarking on your journey to medical school is a thrilling yet daunting endeavor, marked by the anticipation of fulfilling a lifelong dream. As you meticulously prepare your application, there’s a common assumption that your academic performance alone will guarantee a smooth path to acceptance.

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College Football Bowl Season: 2023-2024 Schedule and Matchups

BestColleges

With the regular season and conference championships complete, college football turns its attention to the 42 bowls scheduled throughout December and into the new year. Headlining the bowls are two games that constitute the College Football Playoff , both played on Jan. 1, 2024. In the first game, Alabama will face Michigan in the Rose Bowl, followed by Texas vs.

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Canadian GIC and work rights revised for global students

iSchoolConnect

In a pivotal move to address the updates regarding the Canadian GIC and work permits for international students, Minister Marc Miller of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant updates on December 7, 2023. These policy adjustments safeguard international students against mounting living expenses and recent housing challenges in Canada.

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Deferred by the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) (2023-24)

The Koppelman Group

If you received a deferral decision from the University of Pennsylvania, or Penn, or UPenn, you have every right to be annoyed. You put in the work, and you crafted a strong enough application to not get a ‘no’ — but something just didn’t click. For some reason, Penn wasn’t sold on making you a Quaker. The good news is that you still have a shot, and we’re here to help.