BestColleges
AUGUST 16, 2024
A new survey reveals families are paying more for college and taking more loans. Participants reported frustration with the new FAFSA form and problems resulting from the rollout delay. Families of HBCU students are more likely to take loans and have higher balances. Despite the costs, students and families remain confident in the potential return on investment of a college degree.
Admissions Village
AUGUST 12, 2024
This has been a rough few weeks. I have had many difficult conversations with students, parents, and families and have even seen some tears. These difficult conversations are, without a doubt, the hardest part of my job; I wish I could wave my magic wand and give everyone, students, parents, and colleges what they want. We all often speak about certain colleges, so it is no wonder students may think that the only good colleges are the ones they have heard of.
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Top Tier Admissions
AUGUST 16, 2024
Duke University , located in Durham, North Carolina, is consistently ranked a top-ten school associated with the Ivy-plus colleges and Southern Ivies. Duke had an overall acceptance rate of 5.1% for the Class of 2028. Duke’s one required supplemental essay this year asks (in their own words), “Why Us?” However, Duke also offers five additional optional supplemental prompts, of which students can respond to a maximum of two.
Colorado State University
AUGUST 15, 2024
There’s just something about the first day of school. It may bring back memories of preparing your first-day outfit, the smell of fresh school supplies, the heft of a brand-new notebook, the meticulous packing of your backpack. Everything feels crisp and ready, and full of possibility. That feeling doesn’t go away when you step on campus for your first day of college.
PrepScholar
AUGUST 12, 2024
This just in: changes to ACT testing are coming! The CEO of the ACT announced in July 2024 that students can expect major ACT changes beginning in spring 2025. So, what exactly will the biggest ACT test changes be? In this article, we’ll share everything we already know about the ACT exam changes, including: When the upcoming changes in ACT testing will go into effect How the test will be shortened, including adjustments to reading passages Which sections are becoming optional How experimental q
HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
AUGUST 14, 2024
Reading Time: 10 minutes As we transition into the second half of 2024, understanding and leveraging social media trends is more crucial than ever, especially for educational institutions aiming to recruit students locally and internationally. Social media platforms have evolved into essential tools for reaching prospective students and engaging with the community.
BestColleges
AUGUST 16, 2024
Ripon College announced a financial aid program offering Wisconsin residents free tuition. Students from families earning $75,000 or less will qualify. Students whose families fall above that threshold will be guaranteed tuition costs no higher than those at the state's flagship university. This program could help the college's enrollment rebound after years of decline.
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road2college
AUGUST 16, 2024
Dear Roadie: I’m deeply concerned about my daughter’s upcoming college choice. She wants to attend the same school as her. The post Dear Roadie: My Daughter is Dumbing Down Her College Choice Because of a Guy appeared first on Road2College.
Princeton College Consulting
AUGUST 16, 2024
The impact of pre-college summer programs on admissions at prestigious institutions has long been debated. While many people believe that attending these programs will boost their chances of admission, this hasn’t typically been the case. The question is… will this begin to change now?
Top Tier Admissions
AUGUST 14, 2024
The moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here—the start of your college journey. You’ve put the work in, perfected the Common App, written the essays, made your decisions, and here you are… ready to begin your year as a newly minted college freshman. Whether you’ve already moved in or are still busy with last-minute dorm shopping, you’re preparing to step into a new environment with new friends, new faculty, new schedules, and, most importantly, your newfound independence.
College Transitions
AUGUST 12, 2024
There is a famous saying in baseball that you can’t win a pennant in April but you sure can lose one.
road2college
AUGUST 13, 2024
Holy dorm dollars! Hang on to your wallets, parents. The National Retail Federation predicts 2024 back-to-college spending will hit $86.6. The post Guess How Much Parents Are Spending on Dorm “Essentials”? appeared first on Road2College.
Penn Nursing
AUGUST 14, 2024
A research team – co-led by Penn Nursing – has made a significant breakthrough in understanding the complex neural circuitry underlying reward and addiction by identifying 34 distinct subtypes of medium spiny neurons (MSNs) in the nucleus accumbens (NAc), a key brain region involved in pleasure and motivation. The findings , published in the journal Scientific Reports by Nature , offer insights into the diversity of these neurons and their potential roles in substance use disorders.
Top Tier Admissions
AUGUST 13, 2024
Students who pursue Environmental Science/Studies in college have the opportunity to combine biology, chemistry, and earth sciences with social sciences (such as public policy and economics) to address contemporary environmental issues. Often, Environmental Science majors go on to advocate for environmental justice concerns, contribute to city planning, or propose sustainable solutions to pressing problems.
HelloCollege
AUGUST 12, 2024
For families with high school students graduating in 2025, it’s time to start planning for an important step in the college application process: filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. This form determines eligibility for federal financial aid, which often makes a significant difference in a student’s ability to afford college.
BestColleges
AUGUST 14, 2024
There is a lack of diversity in the cybersecurity field, and minority-serving institutions (MSIs) are working to change that. Legislation has been introduced to help finance their cybersecurity programs, but MSIs are already doing more with less. Colleges and universities with cybersecurity programs for underrepresented students would still welcome funding since these programs are expensive to run.
Next Admit College Admissions Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is known as a trailblazing research institution ranked in the top ten of U.S. public universities. In addition, UT Austin’s vibrant student life and impressive athletics attract over 70,000 applicants. UT Austin can also count accomplished individuals like Neil deGrasse Tyson, Matthew McConaughey, Kevin Durant, and Stacey Abrams among their alumni.
The Koppelman Group
AUGUST 16, 2024
Swarthmore is a small liberal arts college in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, right outside of Philadelphia. The college was founded by Quakers in 1864, and is a private non-religious school with an emphasis on melding the arts and humanities with STEM pursuits like engineering. There are more than 40 courses of study open to the 1,730 undergraduate students, and two-thirds of students take part in undergraduate research or independent creative projects.
College Transitions
AUGUST 16, 2024
This article will give a concise plot summary of Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre. When you think “Jane Eyre,” you probably think “gothic romance” and “insane wife in the attic” – and you wouldn’t be wrong. (I admit, I do love Michael Fassbender’s over-the-top Mr. Rochester.
BestColleges
AUGUST 16, 2024
U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy asked the Department of Education's Inspector General to investigate how federal funds are used to promote DEI ideology on college campuses. Cassidy is the senior senator from Louisiana and ranking member of the U.S. Senate's Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. He previously introduced legislation to abolish federal DEI programs and prohibit federal funds from being used to create and maintain DEI programs.
Next Admit College Admissions Blog
AUGUST 15, 2024
Northwestern University , known for their stunning lakeside campus and strong programs in medicine and journalism , attracts many talented applicants every year. Their accomplished alumni include George R. R. Martin, Seth Myers, Gillian Flynn, and Adlai Stevenson II. Hoping to become a Wildcat? You’ll need to nail your Northwestern supplemental essays.
The Koppelman Group
AUGUST 16, 2024
Claremont McKenna College is a private liberal arts college in Claremont, California. Sometimes called CMC, the college is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium, which means students can take classes, use resources and share spaces with Pomona College, Scripps College, Harvey Mudd College, and Pitzer College. It’s a pretty great deal for students who want to go to a high-ranking liberal arts school but also want to access a larger network of students and opportunities.
College Transitions
AUGUST 15, 2024
Highest Paid Soccer Players – Like many Americans, I’m tepid on soccer. Although it’s not because I’m incapable of understanding and appreciating the beauty of the sport. After all, soccer is, by a huge margin, the most popular sport in the world.
BestColleges
AUGUST 16, 2024
The Small Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network added 16 institutions, bringing its total to 32. The rural-serving coalition of colleges and universities includes some of the nation's most prestigious public and private schools. STARS launched last year and has already reached more than 700,000 students across the country. The network aims to invest billions in reaching rural students over the next decade.
Next Admit College Admissions Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
Duke University is known for their strong research and innovation , extensive global programs , and competitive athletic teams. Recently, Duke’s acceptance rate has been declining, hitting a new low of 4.1% for the Class of 2028. Their esteemed alumni include Apple CEO Tim Cook, comedian Ken Jeong, NBA player Seth Curry, and philanthropist Melinda Gates.
The Koppelman Group
AUGUST 15, 2024
UNC Chapel Hill is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The university is home to over 20,000 undergraduate students, and has a strong emphasis on global education and pre-professional opportunities. There are 82 bachelor’s programs, and one of the most enthusiastic athletics fanbases in the country. Getting into UNC Chapel Hill is difficult, especially if you are from outside of the state.
Admissions Mom
AUGUST 14, 2024
Hi everyone. This post is written by me, Carolyn (AdmissionsMom) and Alex McNeil from Sierra Admissions , TOGETHER. It’s a subject we both care about. Thanks for reading. —– Content warning: discussion of traumatic subjects: suicide, sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm There is always a debate about what topics should be avoided at all cost on college essays.
BestColleges
AUGUST 16, 2024
North Carolina is one of 37 states that require voter IDs and one of 20 that allow some form of a college student ID to vote. The state's Board of Elections approved nine new college student IDs from private universities and community colleges. The Board of Elections is considering adding mobile college student IDs and will evaluate the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's mobile student ID later this month.
Berkeley² Academy
AUGUST 14, 2024
From programming and engineering medical devices to developing best-selling video games or protecting the technological security of our nation, there’s no limit to what you can do with a degree in Computer Science. Delve into the technological world of tomorrow, working in a field of continual growth in areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and human-computer interactions.
The Koppelman Group
AUGUST 15, 2024
Princeton is a renowned Ivy League university with a strong research focus. The campus, in suburban Princeton, NJ, allows for easy trips to NYC while offering everything you could possibly need as one of the 5,600 undergraduate students. From cutting edge research facilities to professors at the top of their field and a liberal arts curriculum , it’s no surprise that Princeton is wildly popular among top-performing high school students.
Niche
AUGUST 14, 2024
It’s back-to-school time, meaning school marketers also need to switch gears. This Niche eBook provides helpful and interactive checklists to ensure you’re ready to recruit families that enroll and thrive. Click the cover below to open and download this great resource.
BestColleges
AUGUST 15, 2024
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik announced her resignation effective Aug. 14. Shafik’s resignation comes after months of criticism over her handling of on-campus pro-Palestinian protests. Shafik noted that her short tenure at Columbia has “been a period of turmoil where it has been difficult to overcome divergent views across our community.” Columbia University President Minouche Shafik is stepping down after months of criticism over her handling of Israel-Hamas wa
iSchoolConnect
AUGUST 14, 2024
Understanding of Canadian universities’ acceptance rates It is important to keep in mind that acceptance rates can vary depending on a number of factors which include applicants’ qualifications, the program’s level of competition, and the number of spots available. However, it’s no secret that a large number of Canadian universities have a high acceptance rate […] The post Best Universities in Canada with High Acceptance Rate 2025 appeared first on Study Abroad Blo
The Koppelman Group
AUGUST 14, 2024
You are probably thinking, “Wait, but Oberlin doesn’t have a supplement?” Ok, you got us, but stay with us for a sec. Oberlin College is a private liberal arts college in Oberlin, Ohio. It is the oldest coeducational liberal arts college in the US and almost as old as the state of Ohio. While many people are familiar with them because of their impressive conservatory of music, there is a lot to love about Oberlin.
Next Admit College Admissions Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
New York University (NYU) boasts almost two hundreds years of history, three campuses around the world, and a nearly $6 billion endowment. NYU’s esteemed alumni include many famous actors and musicians, including Idina Menzel, Adam Sandler, and Donald Glover. Their alumni also include many well-known CEOs, such as Tom Freston (MTV Networks), Daniel Schulman (PayPal), and Cathy Minehan (Federal Reserve Bank of Boston).
BestColleges
AUGUST 14, 2024
Prospective business master's students want diversity instruction in their curriculum, according to a new report from CarringtonCrisp. Multiple surveys have shown high interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) among prospective business students. Prospective students also want instruction in AI. Demand for flexibility is on the rise, but in-person learning remains a top choice for students.
iSchoolConnect
AUGUST 14, 2024
GPA, or Grade point Average, is a numerical scale that indicates how well you are doing academically. Many colleges, universities, and high schools use it globally.It is the average of all the grades a student has earned in their all courses, with each letter grade corresponding to a specific number of points: A (90-100%) corresponds […] The post Importance of GPA for a study abroad aspirant appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & more!
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