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How Much Have We Been Undercounting Online Students?

Ruffaloni

Millions of online undergraduate and graduate students may have been undercounted. Having focused on the returning adult student for more than 20 years, I have often thought that 12-month (academic year) unduplicated headcount data better portray adult student participation in higher education than the fall snapshot data that is commonly used to understand of the “shape” of the market.

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Guide to 2023 Higher Ed Admissions & Enrollment Management Conferences

Enrollment Builders

We at Enrollment Builders love in-person networking events. We're so glad that most higher ed organizations are hosting their admissions and enrollment management conferences in 2023. Now, almost three years after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down everything, it's starting to feel like "normal" again. We are grateful that conferences have mostly returned to business as usual.

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Improve Your GPA: Nine Strategies to Improve Your Chances of Winning Your Dream College!

Ivy Central

In the last blog, I discussed Grade Point Average or GPA, how it is calculated and how it makes an essential contribution to the profile you present to colleges at application time. If colleges consider your GPA to be important, then you should too. In this blog, I will show you how the key to academic success is not dependent on being smart, rather it is about being disciplined and efficient in your study habits.

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Medical School Acceptance Rates by Race (2022): Does Ethnicity Play a Role?

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

Learn how much race matters when applying to medical schools and how diversity is achieved through admissions. The AAMC publishes annual data regarding medical school acceptance rates by race. Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Medical school acceptance rates by race Part 3: GPA and MCAT scores by race/ethnicity Part 4: Will race impact my admissions odds?

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Phil Hill Talks About the Impact of New IPEDS Data on Institutions and EdTech

Ruffaloni

I’ve been reading Phil Hill’s excellent blog ( PhilOnEdTech ) for the last few years, and have wanted to talk with him many times. I finally picked up the phone to talk with him about a set of blogs he wrote about new data from IPEDS that indicate that they’ve been undercounting online students by almost 2 million students. I was so fascinated by the new data that I did some additional analysis myself in another blog , but watch my interview with Phil in this post.

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2023 UGA EA Decisions

UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

Early Action decisions will be released later this afternoon, so here are some details about the EA applicant and admitted groups. I will also add a comment to the top of this post when decisions go live (4 pm EST), and I will announce it on Twitter as well. When you log into your status page, you will see a “View Update” link under the Status Update, and that is where you will see your decision.

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Do You Need a New Website?

Enrollment Management

How to know when it’s time to replace or repair I was recently involved in a small fender bender. Thankfully no one was injured, but there was some damage to my car. What to me seemed like a minor dent and busted light, to my mechanic was a reason to write off the car. I […]. The post Do You Need a New Website? appeared first on Enrollment Resources.

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Institutional Research: Get to Know Them (and Let Them Get to Know You)!

Ruffaloni

Institutional research can help you unlock enrollment insights. You call them when you need data. You rely upon them for information when conducting self-studies and when you go through accreditation reviews. But do they know what your department does and needs? Your campus partners in Institutional Research (IR) sit a virtual gold mine of data. As institutions have embraced technology platforms and systems, the additional data that is (or can be) available can unlock many hidden institutional s

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What do colleges want?

Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

My wife has celiac disease. While many people do not know exactly what that is, they have at least heard of “gluten” and are familiar with the GF or grain symbol on food labels in the grocery store or at restaurants. 20 years ago, however, when she was first diagnosed, that was definitely not the case. In fact, going out to eat was an incredible hassle.

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Time for Gratitude

Top Tier Admissions

In the world of college admissions, this is a stressful time of year. As soon as seniors finished their dash across the finish line of early round deadlines, they barely came up for air before diving back into UC and regular decision applications. Juniors are feeling the pressure, too, as they take the SAT/ACT and discuss specific colleges that may or may not be a good fit.

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What Is a Good PSAT Score? The Definitive Guide

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

A guide to the standardized test that determines National Merit and prepares students for the SAT. What is the PSAT? If you’re the parent of a high school senior, your child is likely focusing on the ACT or SAT , the standardized tests that are a crucial part of college admissions. But if you’re the parent of a freshman, sophomore or junior, there’s another standardized test on the horizon: the PSAT (Preliminary SAT).

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The Difference Between Growth and Contraction: Meeting the Market Where It Is

Ruffaloni

Rapid response is one of the key expectations of today’s prospective students. Someone asked me what was the most important thing I recommend to my consulting clients. The answer was clear: Institutions need to stop thinking that students should meet them where we are and instead adjust to meet students where they are. This may sound simple, but higher education—and in particular graduate education—has been guilty of ignoring market trends and expectations, and then applying engagement and

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Meet vlogger and CSU transfer, Frankie, and learn why he loves Fort Collins

Colorado State University

A Ram’s Life is a vlog series for Rams by Rams, and showcases everything from the daily life of a CSU Ram to advice videos, DIY tutorials, tips and tricks for navigating college life, and even excursions into Fort Collins and beyond. Meet Frankie, one of our newest vloggers! Tune in to get to know Frankie, a CSU transfer from Illinois, learn why he chose CSU, what he loves about living in Fort Collins, and more.

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Don't Let "Average GPA" Scare You Away

AHM Advising

If you look at published GPA ranges for many well-known colleges and universities, you may start to scratch your head in bewilderment. When you see that the average GPA for an admitted student at a large public university exceeds 4.0, you start to wonder what in the world is going on. I know I do! Grade inflation is indeed at an all-time high. A colleague in one of my Facebook groups posted a pre-pandemic chart that showed that in 1995, 45% of freshmen in college had an A+, A or A- average in hi

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Financial Aid and More: How to Pay for College With No Money

road2college

For many families, saving up enough money to cover the entire cost of their children’s higher education just isn’t possible. The post Financial Aid and More: How to Pay for College With No Money appeared first on Road2College.

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Consider Public Universities that ‘Own’ a City and a College Town

Educated Quest

Boston, Massachusetts has been historically called ‘America’s College Town.’ I won’t argue with the designation. But Boston might not be the best place for everyone to go to college. Some might find it too cold, too expensive, or too urban for their tastes. However, if you’re shopping for a college, you are probably getting ideas as to which cities could also be a “college town.” There is no one definition of a college town, so I want to help you compare

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How to build good study habits

Solomon Admissions

Building good study habits takes patience. Good study habits include studying in a quiet place (bedroom, library), taking study breaks, organization, and seeking academic tutoring. Studying is sometimes the last thing students want to do as they already have so much on their plates. Some students have a rigorous academic curriculum, conduct leadership in their student organization, or an avid student-athlete.

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What Does Unhooked Mean In Admissions?

Admissions Village

In his latest blog, Rick Clarke, the Director of Admission at GA Tech, says, "When you hear admission reps say, 'We are looking for a well-rounded class…' they mean they want choices and options.decisions are based on goals and mission." This makes us ask: 1) What exactly is a “hook” in college admissions parlance? 2) Why do institutional priorities carry so much weight in admissions?

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Our Full-Tuition Scholarship Journey

road2college

This post was originally published in our Paying for College 101 (PFC 101) group. It has been edited for clarity. The post Our Full-Tuition Scholarship Journey appeared first on Road2College.

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Weekly Update: November 18

DC College Counseling

BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK ACADEMIC WORKERS AT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA GO ON STRIKE This week, workers at the University of California staged the largest academic strike in the history of US higher education. Representing over 48,000 researchers, graders, and post-doctoral fellows, the academic staff union has been trying to negotiate higher wages and increased benefits with university administrators for over a year.

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Medical Schools in Indiana: How to Get In (2022)

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

Discover the difficulty of obtaining entry to medical schools in Indiana and strategies for admissions success. Part 1: Introduction Part 2: List of medical schools in Indiana: 2023 rankings & admissions statistics Part 3: Indiana medical school profiles Part 4: Indiana medical school admissions strategies Appendix A: Indiana medical schools by degree type Appendix B: Indiana medical schools by institution type. -.

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52 Weeks to College: Week 45

Anna Ivey Consulting

Master Your College Interviews Now that you’ve submitted some applications, you are likely to be contacted for interviews at colleges where they are a part of the process. Interviews are wildly different from every other part of your application – they are a direct interaction between you and another person, and that dynamic changes everything. There is information that gets shared in conversations that would never come out otherwise, and there are observations about behavior and demeanor that m

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Minerva Baccalaureate at Elite Open School: Applying Skills Rather than Cramming for Tests

Elite Open School

When Yul Kim, a 14-year-old student from California, was searching for high school programs, he had a few criteria he was looking for. An ambitious student, he wanted a program that offered a hybrid format that would challenge him in new ways and prepare him well to apply to top universities. He found exactly what he was looking for in the Minerva Baccalaureate (MBacc) program.

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Responding to Campus Emergencies: How to Prepare and Empower Yourself

DC College Counseling

This week we were devastated to learn of a campus shooting at UVA. We have worked with so many students who attend UVA, and this incident just hits way too close to home. Although we absolutely hate thinking about this topic, we feel it’s important to share active shooter tips this week. Knowledge is power, and it is better to know what to do if you find yourself in a situation like this someday.

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How to Get a Perfect MCAT Score: Strategies From a 528 Scorer

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

How hard is it to get a perfect MCAT score? Learn the study strategies to achieve the elusive 528. Achieving a perfect MCAT score requires diligent preparation. (Note: This resource also appears in our MCAT Ultimate Guide.) - Part 1: Introduction Part 2: What is a perfect MCAT score? Part 3: How hard is it to get a perfect MCAT score? Part 4: How to get a perfect MCAT score. -.

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What to Do after First College Applications are Submitted

CTK College Coach

You have submitted your first college applications– CONGRATULATIONS! ? After that huge rush of activity, you may be wondering what to do now. Here is your November checklist: ✅ Continually Check Your Email & Portals for Confirmation You should check your email after every submission, set up your portal, and save the information in a living document.

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Three Strategies to Support K-12 Students with Their Mental Health Challenges

EAB

Blogs. Three Strategies to Support K-12 Students with Their Mental Health Challenges. Superintendents in every state identified students’ mental health as a top-three concern last school year. This focus is no surprise, as recent studies found depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders are among the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents.

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COVID-Related Learning Loss: Implications for Colleges

Discovery College Consulting

When I was a kid, I remember friends whose parents would pay them for every “A” on their report card. Others got special treats, like a trip to get ice cream or see a movie. The U.S., whose national report card came out last month, sadly isn’t eligible for any of these rewards. The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), known as the nation’s report card, was released on October 24.

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How to Get Into the FlexMed Program at Icahn School of Medicine

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

Learn how hard it is to get in the FlexMed program, strategies to maximize your admissions odds, and read FlexMed application essay examples. Part 1: Introduction Part 2: FlexMed program overview Part 3: FlexMed applications essays (examples included) Part 4: FlexMed interviews. -. Part 1: Introduction If you hope to be a doctor, you might know that there are many paths to earning that coveted MD.

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The Importance of Celebrating Your College Applications

Scoir

Have you submitted your college applications? Congratulations! ? Now is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and even celebrate! We know how much time and hard work it takes to apply to college and we’re so proud of you! ? This is a HUGE milestone in your journey to college that deserves to be celebrated, whatever that looks like to you. View this post on Instagram.

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Cómo Elegir Una Universidad: Una Guía Paso a Paso

College Essay Guy

¿Cómo elijo la universidad adecuada para mí? A veces, es una pregunta muy compleja. La buena noticia es que hay más de 4.500 universidades en los Estados Unidos. Y mejor aún, la mayoría de las escuelas han aceptado a estudiantes con un promedio nacional de 65,8 % desde 2014 ( fuente ). Pero, ¿a cuál de las 4.500 universidades deberías aplicar? Los consejeros de tu escuela secundaria pueden ser un apoyo maravilloso durante el proceso de solicitud a la universidad y muchos tienen conocimiento de e

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Ring Ring! Automate Standardized Communications to Save Time & Money!

enrollmentFUEL

As we near the end of 2022, many colleges and universities face continuing staffing shortages and are finding themselves neck-deep in the struggle to maintain necessary but time-consuming standardized recruitment communications. When you’re in dire need of a few extra sets of hands, not all processes and operations can afford to come to a screeching halt.

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How to manage your digital lead generation budget

EAB

Blogs. How to manage your digital lead generation budget. Tips to evaluate sources and make the most of your dollars. “Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted, and the trouble is, I don’t know which half.”. I’m sure you’ve heard this adage before. And if you work in digital marketing, you know that this saying reflects a world gone by. Unlike when we were putting ads on bus wrappers or billboards, in this digital landscape, virtually every marketing outcome can be traced to a source, mak

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3 biggest takeaways from the 4th Annual CampusESP Summit

CampusESP

The Columbus Center in Baltimore, MD, was buzzing with energy and excitement from the CampusESP community November 7! Because of COVID, this was the first time since 2019 that The CampusESP Summit was able to take place in person. Those three years make a difference. In 2019, we had 18 Summit attendees and 50 total customers. This year? 148 Summit attendees and 264 total customers!

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College Essay Guy

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Medical Schools in Colorado: How to Get In (2022)

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

Learn admissions strategies to get into the best Colorado medical schools. there are just two medical schools in colorado. Part 1: Introduction Part 2: List of medical schools in Colorado: 2023 rankings & admissions statistics Part 3: Colorado medical school profiles Part 4: Colorado medical school admissions strategies. -. Part 1: Introduction Despite the state’s rapidly growing population, there are just two medical schools in Colorado.

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How to Set and Achieve Ambitious Green Goals

EAB

Podcast. How to Set and Achieve Ambitious Green Goals. Episode 128. November 15, 2022. 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’s Michael Fischer and Jon Barnhart guide listeners through the process of evaluating, prioritizing, and gaining leadership buy in on making their in