Grown & Flown
JANUARY 2, 2025
When my oldest daughter left for college, I was prepared to say goodbye. I had read several pieces of advice from seasoned parents about the significance of the drop-off day , and I had my speech already planned out. Our daughter had yearned to be in college for years, and I felt nothing but happiness for her as I pulled out of the residence hall parking lot.
StandOut College Prep
JANUARY 10, 2025
The purpose of this detailed listing of North Carolina scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for North Carolina students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the current school year.
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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
JANUARY 8, 2025
Reading Time: 8 minutes Education marketing is poised for a transformative shift in 2025. As technological innovations accelerate and global competition intensifies, schools, colleges, and universities must adopt strategies that meet the evolving expectations of prospective students. If youre new to educational marketing or administration, you may benefit from a working definition of the topic were exploring.
Top Tier Admissions
JANUARY 3, 2025
In todays competitive college admissions landscape, students must do more than present impressive resumes and polished essaysthey must showcase self-awareness, intellectual depth, and an authentic sense of purpose. At Top Tier Admissions, we believe that cultivating these qualities begins with developing a students metacognition: the ability to think about ones own thinking.
College Wise
JANUARY 10, 2025
The ongoing Los Angeles fires have left many families facing hardship and questioning the future. As an organization with deep roots in the Los Angeles area, were here to help families and students navigate these challenging times, access emergency resources, and stay on track for academic success while on the road to recovery.
College Transitions
JANUARY 8, 2025
INFJ stands for Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging in the Myers-Briggs universe. It is believed that INFJ personality types make up somewhere around 1-2% of the population. By gender, roughly 2% of women are INFJs while just 1% of men are classified as such.
PrepScholar
JANUARY 2, 2025
Planning to take the SAT soon? Then you're probably wondering, "What's a good SAT score for 2025?" In this in-depth guide, we break down three different ways you can define good SAT scores for 2025. Then well show you how to figure out the SAT score you need to meet your goals. Let's get started!
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HelloCollege
JANUARY 9, 2025
Many students will know the feeling of opening an admissions decision and seeing one of two words: deferred or waitlisted. After the already stressful application process, this news might put you in a state of further uncertainty. This can be stressful for not only students but also for parents and counselors alike. Understanding the distinction in the deferred vs. waitlisted decision is essential to navigating this stage with confidence.
road2college
JANUARY 3, 2025
Dear Roadie, My son wants to major in music or theatre, but I dont think those majors are worth the. The post Dear Roadie, Is a Creative Major Worth the Tuition Check? appeared first on Road2College.
Estrela Consulting Blog
JANUARY 4, 2025
We love kicking off the New Year with great news! We are so proud of our Class of 2025 students who have collectively received offers of admission to more than 80 different colleges and universities in the Early Action and Early Decision I rounds of admission. In addition, our Estrela students have already been awarded nearly $6 MILLION in merit-based scholarships!
Grown & Flown
JANUARY 4, 2025
What if right now across the country, as college acceptance letters are hitting mailboxes and proud, zealous parents are boasting about all the great success that is their high schooler (and sharing it liberally across social media), that there could also be a way for teens who have, or are currently failing greatly at something in their lives, to feel some sort of camaraderie?
Solomon Admissions
JANUARY 2, 2025
There is a great deal of confusion about the Academic Index used in the Ivy League, what it means and how its applied. We asked our admissions consultants to shed some light on this important matter in Ivy League admissions. Key Facts About the Ivy League Academic Index Exclusively for Athletes Within the Ivy League,… The post The Ivy League Academic Index Explained appeared first on Solomon Admissions Consulting.
UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A
JANUARY 9, 2025
The applications are all in for the 2025 UGA Regular Decision group of students, so here is some detailed information on the total UGA freshman applicant pool for Fall 2025 (EA and RD). Admissions decisions can be overwhelming and confusing, and at times people hear unusual theories, sometimes wild ones, as to how decisions are made (some on par with Calvin’s dad and his bridge idea).
Top Tier Admissions
JANUARY 7, 2025
From figuring out where your classes are, to navigating a new social scene, the first semester of college can feel confusing, disappointing, or overwhelming. But when that rough period drags on, and you havent found your people or your academic groove, is it time to move on? Transferring to a different college might be the right decision, but we want to make sure you approach it with your eyes wide open.
Great College Advice
JANUARY 7, 2025
Congratulations on completing the first semester of your junior year of high school! As we laid out back in August , your junior year is the most important year in preparing for college admissions from an academic standpoint as it is the last full year of grades that colleges will see as they review your college application and it will likely be your most rigorous year of classes with AP, Honors and/or IB courses.
College Transitions
JANUARY 1, 2025
These 125 Disney trivia questions for kids will keep your little ones or students entertained and learning as they think about their favorite films. There might be some head-scratchers in this list of questions, but theyre just a chance to learn something new.
Peterson's Blog
JANUARY 14, 2025
Unlock Students Potential: Introducing Our New Classic Learning Test Prep (CLT Prep)getting them closer to a score highlighting their college admissions strengths. What is the CLT Test? The CLT, or Classic Learning Test , is a standardized test to gauge academic readiness and abilities for college by examining critical thinking and aptitude. It is similar to ACT and SAT as scores can qualify students for academic scholarships, like Bright Future, and grant acceptance into universities.
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 1, 2025
The University of Chicago (UChicago) is one of the most prestigious and competitive schools in the U.S. , and the numbers back that up. For the Class of 2028, UChicagos acceptance rate hit a historic low of 4.5%. Getting in is harder than ever, putting it ahead of even some Ivy League schools when it comes to exclusivity. So, what does that 4.5% really mean?
The Koppelman Group
JANUARY 9, 2025
The University of Texas Austin (UT) is a large, public research university in Austin, Texas. UT is a super popular school with our clients, both first-year and transfer, and it makes sense! Its an extremely highly ranked public university with top-notch programs in everything from business to STEM to the humanities. First-year admission to UT is competitive, especially for out-of-state students, but their overall acceptance rate is 29%.
road2college
JANUARY 9, 2025
Dear Roadie, I hate to do it, but I’m dropping out of college until I turn 24. I can’t get. The post Dear Roadie: Should I Drop Out Over My Parents FAFSA Refusal? appeared first on Road2College.
College Essay Guy
JANUARY 11, 2025
Thinking about college in New York? Cool, but also, a heads up: New Yorks public universities are 13% more expensive than the national average. Private schools? Theyre nearly 28% higher. Even community colleges in the state can cost almost 60% more than the nationwide average. But dont let those numbers scare you off just yet! There are scholarships specifically for students like you who live in or plan to attend school in New York.
Grown & Flown
JANUARY 13, 2025
What should you do if your students first semester did not go as planned? First, dont panic. Many students struggle and then use those struggles to flourish. But it is time to have some serious conversations and develop a better game plan for the second semester. Start by level setting the expectations. When first-year college students struggle, they tend to get into a mindset that everybody is thriving except them.
Discovery College Consulting
JANUARY 7, 2025
In a recent New York Times op-ed , Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop highlighted a survey of over 4,000 members of Gen Z in which 49% said they did not feel prepared for the future. Additionally, employers have reported that employees from this generation lack many of the key skills necessary to succeed in the workplace. In their op-ed, Anderson and Winthrop, authors of The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better , argued, Many recent graduates arent able to se
StandOut College Prep
JANUARY 9, 2025
The purpose of this detailed listing of North Dakota scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for North Dakota students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the current school year.
Top Tier Admissions
JANUARY 2, 2025
For many students, later college application deadlines can offer a second chance and even more opportunities for success. If youve had a change of heart about where you want to attend school or if you didnt get into your top choice in an earlier application cycle, late deadlines give you the flexibility to reevaluate your college list. You may discover that a school with a later deadline is a better fit for your academic goals, extracurricular interests, or personal preferences.
Great College Advice
JANUARY 14, 2025
We are often asked whether it is too early to start the college admissions process in the 10 th grade. The answer is, like many things in life, it depends. If you are keenly interested in the college process and motivated to get started, the spring semester of 10 th grade is a perfect time to begin exploring the world of college admissions. 10 th grade is an exciting time as you have hopefully found a nice rhythm between your academics, extracurriculars, and social life.
Caltech Admissions
JANUARY 9, 2025
Studying in Europe has been a dream of mine since high school, so when I learned about Caltechs exchange program, I knew it was an opportunity I couldnt pass up. When I first arrived at Cambridge, I felt like a first year again. From attending back-to-back welcome week activities to embodying the say yes to everything mindset, settling in felt eerily similar to at Caltech.
Peterson's Blog
JANUARY 7, 2025
Standardized test scores, like the SAT and ACT, determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. Scores grant entry to schools with specific requirements, award scholarships, and determine areas of strengths and weaknesses within a students academic career. While it may be beneficial to take both tests, this blog will answer the question, “Do you need both ACT and SAT for college?
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 10, 2025
So, you’re on the hunt for the cheapest colleges in Virginia? Smart move. Why saddle yourself with student debt when you can get a stellar education at a fraction of the price? Let’s dig into some of Virginia’s most affordable colleges that prove you don’t need to pay Ivy League prices for a top-notch education. Virginia State University (VSU) Norfolk State University (NSU) Radford University George Mason University (GMU) University of Virginia (UVA) The Average Cost of C
The Koppelman Group
JANUARY 10, 2025
Located in Poughkeepsie, NY, Vassar College is a small, liberal arts college known for their programs in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. Formerly a Seven Sisters school, Vassar became co-ed in 1969. Vassar is a competitive school, with an 18% first-year acceptance rate, but their transfer numbers are even more competitive, with a 12% acceptance rate.
road2college
JANUARY 3, 2025
When it comes to picking a college, its less about finding the best school and more about discovering the one. The post Ivies, Colleges That Change Lives, and Beyond: Guide to College Groupings appeared first on Road2College.
Georgia Tech Admissions Blog
JANUARY 13, 2025
This week we welcome Assistant Director of Admission, Ashley Brookshire, to the blog. Welcome, Ashley! If you were with us for last months blog , then hopefully you are aware of (and perhaps even embracing?) the gray-area that is college admission. In keeping with that theme, lets venture to a topic that some of you may find highly relevant as college admission decisions are being released: deferrals.
Princeton College Consulting
JANUARY 12, 2025
Many of us are familiar with the standard elements of a college applicationsuch as your academic background, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation. While these are all important components of an applicants profile, you might still wonder: What do admissions committees really look for when evaluating a candidate? While each university has its own assessment process, there are core criteria that every reader focuses on.
Discovery College Consulting
JANUARY 14, 2025
It seems as though college admissions has become increasingly more competitive over the last several years. Many colleges, especially the most selective ones, have reported record numbers of applications year after year. But since most of these schools have not increased the size of their freshman class, more applications have resulted in more denials and higher selectivity.
StandOut College Prep
JANUARY 10, 2025
Important Note: The purpose of this detailed listing is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships for Montana students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the 2023-24 cycle.
Top Tier Admissions
JANUARY 10, 2025
A recent study examining the educational backgrounds of top achievers in American society presented compelling evidence that elite colleges play an outsized role in shaping future leaders. The findings are both thought-provoking and sobering, especially for families navigating the competitive college admissions process. At Top Tier Admissions, we aim to help families understand and contextualize studies like this while empowering students to chart their unique paths to success.
College Essay Guy
JANUARY 10, 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What are the UMass Amherst Supplemental Essay Prompts? How to Write Each Supplemental Essay Prompt for UMass Amherst How to Write the UMass Amherst Supplemental Essay Prompt #1 How to Write the UMass Amherst Supplemental Essay Prompt #2 How to Write the UMass Amherst Supplemental Essay Prompt #3 Though UMass Amherst technically is short for University of Massachusetts, Amherst, given that they value a student-centered community and are devoted to diversity
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