College Transitions

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The state of Michigan is fortunate enough to a number of fantastic public school districts that contain top-notch high schools. However, if you are unable to access those particular institutions or feel that a private school would be more beneficial to your son or daughter, then you are also in luck.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 30, 2023

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled against Harvard University and the University of North Carolina in twin cases brought by Students for Fair Admissions, ruling that the decades-long policy of race-conscious admissions in American higher education was unconstitutional. What Does the Fair Admissions Decision Say?

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Students can save money on college in Florida by attending an in-state school. Out-of-state tuition in Florida can be four times more expensive than the in-state rate. Florida has the cheapest average in-state tuition rate in the U.S., Online students may be able to pay in-state rates regardless of where they live.

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College Transitions

JANUARY 20, 2023

The Chicago Area is fortunate enough to have some of the best public high schools in the United States. However, if you are unable to access those particular institutions or feel that a private school.

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College Transitions

APRIL 22, 2024

The state of Minnesota is fortunate to have a large number of fantastic public school districts that contain top-notch high schools. However, if you are unable to access those particular institutions or feel that a private school would be more beneficial to your son or daughter, then you are also in luck.

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College Transitions

MARCH 3, 2024

The state of Michigan is fortunate enough to a number of fantastic public school districts that contain top-notch high schools. However, if you are unable to access those particular institutions or feel that a private school would be more beneficial to your son or daughter, then you are also in luck.

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College Transitions

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

If you live in Delaware and are considering a private school for your child, there are quite a few wonderful options spread across the First State. Are you seeking a boarding or day school? Do you want your child’s high school to have a […] Of course, having so many choices can feel a bit overwhelming.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 12, 2024

As you weigh your options, particularly between public school or private school, the decision becomes even more complicated as you factor in its potential impact on college admissions. The Lawrenceville School (NJ) emphasizes experiential learning through travel and outdoor programs.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 14, 2025

This spring, Forbes released its second annual list , using a methodology that considers school size, selectivity, and standardized test scores, coupled with feedback from a survey of 380 employers and hiring managers, to identify schools where graduating students that are outpacing most Ivy Leaguers in the eyes of employers.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Public Colleges: Government-funded postsecondary institutions that generally offer lower tuition rates to state residents. Small Liberal Arts College (SLAC): Typically a private college that encourages a broad education with a student enrollment of under 3,000. Colleges typically do not have graduate students.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 18, 2025

For those living in Georgia, online high schools give you flexibility, allow you to learn at your own pace, and offer a variety of courses that might not be available at regular schools. But what exactly is online high school, and how is it better than a traditional, brick-and-mortar public or private school?

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College Transitions

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Washington, DC, and the surrounding areas in Maryland and Northern Virginia contain some of the finest private day and boarding schools in the entire United States. Of course, while having loads of quality choices is.

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BestColleges

MAY 10, 2023

When considering historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) for an education in PR, it's important to look for schools with a solid program, a track record of student success, and strong industry connections that can prepare you to pursue your career. We hope our approach helps you find the school that is best for you.

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College Transitions

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Whether you are a parent residing in New Haven, Greenwich, Stamford, Hartford, Fairfield or even outside the state of Connecticut, you may be eying some of the elite private day and boarding schools that are.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MAY 15, 2025

A reflection on the statement: Ive never heard of your school. Many years ago, standing behind my table (by the trashcan) at an out-of-state college fair, a student looked my table up and down, sneered, and then said, Ive never heard of your school before. Where is this school anyway…? How do I get in?

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Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

School counselors at public schools spend 26% (at private schools: 51%) of their time on post-secondary (college admissions) counseling. In many cases, overworked and overwhelmed high school counselors simply have too many students to give individual attention needed in the competitive admissions environment.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 3, 2024

A college can revoke your acceptance, and each school has its own policies outlining when and why this might happen. Still, understanding how a college can revoke your acceptance and knowing what schools like Cornell expect can help you stay on track. You’ve just gotten into the college of your dreams. Your acceptance has been revoked.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 5, 2025

With a 73% acceptance rate, its also one of the more accessible schools for students who might be nervous about their grades. At around $12,150 per year for in-state students, SVSU already keeps things budget-friendly. Wayne State University (WSU) Location : Detroit, Michigan Tuition : Around $6,805.86 No worries.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 28, 2025

Let’s go through everything you need to know about the Thespian Society so you can decide if it’s the perfect high school extracurricular for you. If you join, you’ll officially be called a “Thespian” in high school or a “Junior Thespian” in middle school. Their mission?

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 22, 2023

In recent years, the majority of selective colleges and universities in the United States have added some kind of early admission program, though these programs can vary significantly across schools. And the early decision rates at schools like Washington University in St. Maybe you’ve heard that it’s easier to get in that way.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 1, 2025

Located in the heart of Austin, the University of Texas at Austin is a top-tier public research university known for academic excellence, school spirit, and a culture that blends innovation with tradition. Applying early to UT Austin, especially as an out-of-state-student, wont make up for a weak application. What is EA?

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Finding the best secondary school for your family can feel like an intimidating process. Are you interested in boarding schools? Day schools? Do you care about a school’s religious background? RESEARCH AND SCHOOL VISITS. SECONDARY SCHOOL SELECTION: FACTORS TO CONSIDER. Language immersion programs?

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Admissions Village

OCTOBER 8, 2021

They consider income, taxable and non-taxable, and assets for both students and parents and use that information to award federal and sometimes state grants and loans. They provide some allowances for parents and students based on things like federal and state taxes paid and how many children are currently in college.

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BestColleges

JULY 17, 2023

The Classic Learning Test is an alternative to the SAT and ACT and is accepted by over 200 mostly private and religious colleges and universities. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing public schools to administer the test. The classically based college entrance exam that was started in 2015 by former private school educator Jeremy Tate.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

million, “The Beehive State”—better known as Utah—is no small territory! million, “The Beehive State”—better known as Utah—is no small territory! At just under 85,000 square miles, Utah is ranked as the 11th largest state (by geography) in the United States and is home to America’s tallest peaks.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 15, 2025

The University of Michigan isnt any university its one of the best schools in the nation. Mich is a massive state research university with over 34,000 undergraduate students. However, the acceptance rate is also a little misleading given the vast difference between in-state and out-of-state applicants.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 15, 2025

The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university located in Los Angeles, CA. Students who want to study business, communications, and film are drawn to this school, and its known for having a robust campus culture and a real work-hard, play-hard vibe. Lets dive into what you need to do to stand out.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 25, 2025

Brown University, located in Providence, Rhode Island, is one of the eight Ivy League schools and the 7th oldest institution of higher education in the US. However, at most top schools, legacy is still a factor in admissions. At some schools, like Notre Dame, Duke, and Georgetown, legacy is a stated huge deal.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 22, 2023

Debates around standardized testing have been around for as long as standardized test scores have been part of education in the United States. Some argue that students undergo too much testing: by their high schools, by the state, for college admissions, etc.

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College Transitions

APRIL 5, 2024

There is no shortage of excellent high school education in New Jersey. In fact, the Garden State is known for some of the top schools, both public and private (here’s a list of top private schools in NJ). Below, we will discuss 20 of the best public high schools in New Jersey.

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

The move aligns with a broader trend in the United States to make college admissions fairer, especially in the wake of the U.S. Instead, the measure requires private universities, including prominent institutions like the University of Southern California (USC) and Stanford University , to submit an annual report to the state.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 15, 2025

Wake Forest University Case Western Reserve University University of Texas, Austin University of California, San Diego Lehigh University California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo University of Richmond San Diego State University Brandeis University University of Rochester Do Lower Acceptance Rates Mean Better Schools?

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 22, 2025

And with an acceptance rate hovering around 5%, its also one of the most selective schools in the nation. In some states, like California, Colorado, Maryland, and Virginia, lawmakers have gone so far as to extremely limit or ban the practice altogether. But if youre here, you probably already know that, because one (or both!)

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 12, 2025

Located in the Music City (Nashville, TN, for the uninitiated), Vanderbilt University is a private research university that was founded in the wake of the Civil War by railroad tycoon Cornelius Vanderbilt. Some schools, like Notre Dame and Duke, care deeply about legacy. Whats up with Legacy Admissions?

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Solomon Admissions

OCTOBER 6, 2023

These application systems house most of the private schools in the US, making the application process more streamlined and allowing you to apply to up to 20 schools (with the Common App) with only one login. And don’t get me started on having to enter your course list in the UC app as an out-of-state student.

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AdmissionSight

MAY 17, 2025

But thats the real numberthats the sticker price for undergraduates in the 20252026 school year. For the 20252026 school year, tuition is $65,210. No in-state discounts, no out-of-state premiums. Everyone pays the same because Princeton is a private school. Learn more in this blog.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 18, 2025

A private college counselor isnt just for students facing the impacts of an eating disorder every student can benefit from personalized guidance that maximizes their potential in the admissions process. Even at top private schools, college counselors often manage large caseloads and cant provide individualized, long-term support.

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