Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 4, 2025

Test-optional policies took off during the Covid 19 pandemic, though some institutions, mostly small liberal arts colleges, had adopted these policies in the early 2000s. Now, according to FairTest.org, there are more than 2,100 colleges and universities that either dont require test scores or wont even consider them for purposes of admission. Recently, some of the most selective colleges in the nation have been reverting to test-required policies.

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Grown & Flown

MARCH 2, 2025

As an anxious air traveler, I am frequently not the most serene person with whom to travel. Consequently, on a recent Sunday morning, traveling from Florida to New York with my husband and son, I was pleased by the ease of a process that is often so taxing. With few travelers about, flights on time, and virtually no lines, we sped through security exceptionally fast.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 7, 2025

This has been the year of weddings for me. My son got married in November down in Florida, and we will be attending four weddings in the next 3 months. I even had to go buy an additional suit so I would not be seen wearing the same outfit four times. One key for any wedding is planning things down to the smallest detail. My son’s wedding was a small one down in the Florida panhandle, and we rented a house to fit everyone invited to the wedding.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 2, 2025

Princeton University is one of the most selective schools in the country, with an acceptance rate of only 4.6%. So how do you even hope to compete with other highly qualified applicants? Princeton requires six supplemental essays, and each of them is a chance to show the admissions team a different side of you that can prove why youre a good fit for the community.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 4, 2025

At Top Tier Admissions, we often get asked, Can you help me choose a passion project? or Whats the best capstone for my college applications? While we understand why students and parents want guidance in this area, we believe its important to clarify why we dont assign passion projects. WHY WE DONT ASSIGN A PASSION PROJECT 1. Your Passion Project Needs to Be Your Passion A true passion project isnt something thats assigned or dictated by someone else.

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PrepScholar

MARCH 4, 2025

Extracurriculars are one of the most important parts of a college application. They help showcase your unique passions, talents, and your engagement with your community. But are some extracurriculars better than others? What are the best extracurriculars for college applications? In this article, were going to break down exactly what kinds of extracurriculars colleges are looking for so you can choose activities that make your application stand out.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 7, 2025

For a lot of kids, ADHD can feel like a blessing and a curse. Many ADHD students are great with big-picture ideas, can problem-solve at a moments notice, are incredibly creative, and can hyper-focus on the things theyre really, truly passionate about. On the other hand, ADHD can make it hard for kids to focus on topics they find boring, lead to impulsive behavior that impacts them in and outside of the classroom, cause issues with time management, organization, and attention to detail, and even

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 7, 2025

The University of Southern Californias Marshall School of Business has announced an Early Decision (ED) option for first-year applicants to its undergraduate business and accounting programs. This two-year pilot program, launching in Fall 2025, offers students who are certain about attending USC Marshall an opportunity to secure admission earlier in the process.

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College Transitions

MARCH 7, 2025

Attending professional conferences is a great way for educators, administrators, and education professionals to stay informed about the latest strategies and innovations in the field. If you’re looking to enhance your teaching practices, explore new technologies, or network with like-minded professionals, the best education conferences offer invaluable opportunities for growth.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 6, 2025

The Posse Scholarship is a pretty amazing opportunity for college-bound students: a prestigious, full-tuition merit scholarship awarded to high school students with strong leadership potential. Posse Scholars also receive intensive pre-college training during their senior year of high school, four years of mentorship from Posse staff, and career advising to help them succeed after college.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

College applications can feel like a giant maze, and choosing between Early Decision (ED) and Regular Decision (RD) is one of the biggest choices along the way. Maybe you’ve heard that applying early can boost acceptance chances, or you’re wondering if keeping options open is better. Either way, this decision can greatly impact the college experience and financial aid opportunities.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 6, 2025

Todays top colleges are looking for true scholars, students who can authentically demonstrate they are curious, knowledgeable, problem solvers with a knack for critical thinking. While I wish that all high schools and colleges had a mandatory introduction to research class, most do not. That means students are often left to fend for themselves as they figure out how to best illustrate to college admissions officers that they have a research foundation.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 2, 2025

Starting high school is an exciting yet overwhelming time. For 9th graders, college might seem far off, but the truth is, the earlier students start thinking about their academic and extracurricular path, the better prepared theyll be. That doesnt mean stressing over applications now it means laying the groundwork so that when the time comes, you have a compelling, authentic story to tell.

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College Transitions

MARCH 2, 2025

At every age, books are fundamental in developing critical thinking and independent thought. Knowing this, librarians and teachers across the country have compiled countless lists that are best suited for every grade to read.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 7, 2025

The University of Southern California (USC) ranks as the 5th best college in California , which explains its highly competitive 9.8% acceptance rate. To stand out, youll need to put your best effort into USCs 11 supplemental essays. Additionally, if you took a gap semester or are applying to Viterbi or Dornsife, youll be required to submit a few extra essays.

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College Wise

MARCH 3, 2025

Let change be your guide. Every college applicant has a story worth sharing. And the Common Apps 2021-22 essay prompts offer seven different options to share yours. But that variety of choices can also be paralyzing. Which prompt is right for you, and whats the best approach to answer it? Every student is different, but these prompts all have one thing in common: theyre asking you to describe a change that took place.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 6, 2025

Youre only a sophomore in high school, but you have big goals. This describes most of the students we work with. However, simply having big goals doesnt mean that they will work out. In order to get into a top college, you need to begin pursuing your goals early in your high school experience. An internship can be a crucial piece of the puzzle, offering the opportunity to deepen and refine your interests beyond the courses and programs offered at your school.

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College Transitions

MARCH 5, 2025

In the classic film Hoosiers, Gene Hackman’s character Coach Norman Dale warns his basketball players, “not talk about the next step until you’ve climbed the one in front of you.” Good advice for anyone, including today’s Indiana high schoolers intent on attending one of the state’s premier colleges.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

New York University (NYU) has a reputation for being seriously tough to get into. Its not part of the Ivy League, but its admissions process is just as intense. For the Class of 2028 , NYU set a record-low acceptance rate of just 8%, out of a massive pool of over 118,000 applicants in a single admission round. But honestly, thats not shocking. NYU is one of the most prestigious schools out there.

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HelloCollege

MARCH 6, 2025

Writing your college application essays can feel daunting, especially when it comes to figuring out the right tone and style for your writing. Unlike the academic essays youve written in high school, your college applications essays are your chance to share your story, your experiences, and what makes you unique. When it comes to personal storytelling, a common question students ask is: Should you use “I” in your college essay?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 5, 2025

Anxiety can manifest in a lot of different ways some students have a deep, lasting worry or sense of dread, while others might be okay until a trigger sets off a panic attack. These feelings can impact a students self-confidence and make it hard for them to manage a complicated process like college prep and applications. Students with anxiety disorders, whether theyre experiencing generalized anxiety, panic, PTSD, or OCD, need an environment that makes them feel safe.

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College Transitions

MARCH 3, 2025

We get it, theres something about the 8th grade. Its typically the final year of middle school when students begin confronting the very existence of their adolescence. Theyre navigating how to express themselves, which words best capture their complex emotions, experimenting with their thoughts and beliefs.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

Are you still forcing yourself to study, finish a project, or address other responsibilities but your brain just doesnt want to work anymore? Try scheduling brain breaks to give your mind a chance to rest. Several reports (including those from Gallup and the American Psychological Association) show that many college students are stressed. In fact, 51% of Gallups respondents reported feeling worried most of the day.

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Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

MARCH 6, 2025

Competitive and selective college admissions is all about standing out! High GPA, top SAT scores, numerous AP courses, stellar letters of recommendation, multiple honors and awards, varied extracurricular activities and the perfect high school simply means that your child may be viewed (by you) as the perfect student, but NOT the BEST APPLICANT ! The BEST APPLICANT stands out in the crowd gets ACCEPTED !

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 3, 2025

The University of Chicago has been shaking up their admissions policies as of late, and it seems they have a new path to admission. This summer, UChicago added what weve been calling an ED0 option (more on that later), and recently, we became aware of UChicago offering students who applied ED and ED2 a provisional transfer option. If this sounds familiar to you, youre probably aware of the Cornell Transfer Option.

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College Transitions

MARCH 3, 2025

Each year, approximately two million students graduate with their bachelor’s degrees, and the bulk of these degrees are conferred across just 12 areas of academic concentration. In fact, the top three have held steady for the past decade.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 4, 2025

If you’re prepping for the SAT, you might wonder what the highest score you can get is. The simple answer? A perfect 1600. But getting there takes strategy, preparation, and understanding how the SAT scoring system works. The test is designed to challenge you, but reaching a top score is possible with the right approach. In this guide, weve got you covered.

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road2college

MARCH 6, 2025

If youre a high school student (or the parent of one), youve probably heard a lot of mixed messages about. The post Should You Take Standardized Tests for College? How to Decide appeared first on Road2College.

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College Wise

MARCH 7, 2025

With education being such a fundamental part of students future (and the reason we live and breathe here at Collegewise), recent news concerning the Department of Education has left families nervous about how potential changes may impact their teens, schools, and college admissions overall.

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College Transitions

MARCH 2, 2025

Looking for a new board game to add to your familys collection? Is your Uno deck looking a little worse for the wear, and you need something to switch up the rotation? Or perhaps youre on the hunt for some good, unplugged activities for screen-saturated kids and adults alike? Youve come to the right place!

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 2, 2025

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is a popular school with STEM students. It consistently ranks among the top 40 national universities , so if you’re into engineering, computer science, or business, youre in for an excellent education. Last year, Georgia Tech had a 16% overall acceptance rate , but it was 33% for Georgia residents and only 10% for out-of-state applicants.

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road2college

MARCH 2, 2025

Editors Note: This originally appeared as a post in our private Facebook group called Paying for College 101. Retired admissions. The post 4 > 2+2: The Case for a 4-year College vs. Community College/Transfer appeared first on Road2College.

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Emerging College Consulting

MARCH 7, 2025

Discover how AI is transforming test prep, making studying smarter, faster, and more personalized than ever before

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College Transitions

MARCH 4, 2025

Planning to take AP exams this May? You’re likely wondering when you’ll find out your results. Scoring a 3, 4, or 5 can not only pay dividends in the college admission process but also earn you a number of college credits, allowing you to reduce your tuition bill down the line.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 2, 2025

Amherst College is a private liberal arts college in Amherst, Massachusetts. Although its not part of the Ivy League , that doesnt mean its not as prestigious or selective. Amherst is ranked #2 among the best liberal arts colleges in the U.S., and its acceptance rate sits at just 9%. Since its such a competitive school, youll need to make your Amherst supplemental essays stand out.

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Marks Education

MARCH 5, 2025

Did you know that the tutors at Marks Education regularly take the SAT and ACT just like their students? This fall, three tutors took the SAT to better understand what our students are seeing with the new digital and adaptive format. Tutor Ryan Blodgett took the test in November in Buffalo, NY. Tutors Rachel Dan and Anthony Celino took the December test in Arlington, VA , and Annapolis, MD , respectively.

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College Wise

MARCH 5, 2025

The high school courses a student takes, the grades they earn, and the transcripts they produce are some of the first things a college admissions reader sees. How can students choose the right courses?

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