Ivy Central

MARCH 22, 2023

In this blog post, we will dive into some key data about Columbia University to help you get a better sense of what makes it such a special place. It’s this location, in what is often described being a ‘world city’, that is most often cited as being the reason why people want to apply here.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you need more time, later test scores, or for us to see your Fall grades prior to our initial review, apply RD. If I apply EA, what are the possible decisions? We will be importing scores to our system through late October, so we are able to handle the slightly delay in you requesting a test score and us actually receiving them.

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SSA Online College Prep

JULY 6, 2023

How to Remember What You Learn: Review and Go Back Checking in with yourself Another thing that’s important when solving a problem is to make sure that you leave time at the end to ask: What happened? What was hard? How is it different from other stuff you’ve done? What patterns do you see?

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 3, 2023

It’s important to know what you personally want in a school. Secondary school in the United States is very different than schools in Europe. and the SAT Ⓡ is a different type of test than what many European students are used to. Most importantly, identify your strengths and use them in your application.

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Inside Emory Admission

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

What I realized was that I needed to be a lot more independent and proactive than I ever was before in order to succeed. What were some resources at Oxford that helped you transition to life in America? I found that my time as an iMentor was very rewarding and allowed me to make an impact on the lives of others.

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 10, 2024

With several options available, it's important to understand the different tests and admissions requirements. In this guide, we'll give you a quick breakdown of what you need to know about English proficiency tests for college applications. It is the second most common English proficiency test submitted to US colleges.

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Great College Advice

MAY 6, 2024

When it comes to navigating high school and preparing for college, there are a million decisions you have to make, including your approach to AP scores. If you can get high AP scores in a variety of subjects, like AP calculus and AP US history, for example, that’s even better. Or just pick up the phone and call us at 720.279.7577.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience? What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome? Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more? Why does it captivate you?

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 31, 2023

What is college counseling? While the college application support out there can be very helpful and save you time and money, it can be difficult to know what type or level of support is right for your family and overwhelming to try to evaluate the different options. How Much Does College Counseling Cost? Is It Worth the Price?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 16, 2024

There are so many schools, so many requirements, and so many different expectations the colleges and universities want you to balance. It can be very overwhelming, but with some guidance, we can make it manageable, and even potentially enjoyable. What is NYU looking for in International Students? NYU is an option for you!

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 5, 2024

UC Merced does not have a waitlist, so we’re not going to spend too much time on it here given that this is a post focused on what to do when you’re waitlisted. Below, we’ll dive into what to do next to increase your chances of being one of those plucked off the waitlist. Why the difference? We can help.

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

While admissions officers understand that nerves are high, mistakes happen, and the process is confusing, there are some major “don’ts” that can make or break your admission decision. While writing the addendum, make sure that you know the difference between an explanation and an excuse.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 28, 2024

They encourage students to study anything they want across a broad range of subjects without strict rules for what you need to take outside of your concentration (what they call a major). Hamilton has a strong international student community, which makes up about 7.5% What is Hamilton looking for in International Students?

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 1, 2024

If you’re an international student planning on applying to colleges in the US, send us an email. We make applying to college easy. What is UChicago looking for from International Students? They are looking for quirky kids who think differently while succeeding at a very high level in a traditional classroom setting.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Before you lose hope about your chances of getting into your dream med schools—or, worse, give up completely—we’d like to dig into the details about the current state of medical school admissions so you can understand what you’re actually up against. Recommended reading: What MCAT Score Do You Need to Get Into Medical School?

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 9, 2024

Getting into Vassar takes impressive academics and a passion for learning, but you need to show what you care about, inside the classroom and outside the classroom. We specialize in crafting admissions strategies that make a difference, so send us an email. What does Vassar want to see from your summer?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 14, 2024

Different schools have different expectations and requirements, and you need to keep it all straight. In this post, we’ll make it a little easier for you to apply to Duke as an international student. If you see Duke in your future, send us an email. What is Duke looking for in International Students?

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 10, 2023

While international students can get financial aid in the US, over 80% of costs are typically taken on by the family. Step 2: Make a list of schools to apply to by researching where you’ll likely get in and where financial aid is available. Step 2: Make a list of schools! This research will be the most important step!

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College Essay Guy

MAY 9, 2024

What should you look for in a trade school program? And what is trade school, exactly? This comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to make an informed decision. TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What is Trade school? What do you learn? How do you know whether it’s the right path for you?

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Caltech Admissions

MAY 6, 2024

I don’t know what I thought a Renaissance fair would be like, but it blew away all my expectations. While we tried on different headdresses and tasted some of the honey on sale, the queen’s procession passed by us with a band and chanting. The day ended with candle making, and we got to bring home our finished product.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 8, 2024

But you’re not alone if you wonder, "How is STEAM different from STEM?” You might also wonder how the integration of the arts makes a meaningful contribution to science education. TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What does STEAM stand for? TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What does STEAM stand for?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

During my time as an undergraduate student, I had the opportunity to welcome thousands of students and families to my alma mater and share a glimpse of what life was like for me as a student. What the tour showed me was that there was an emphasis on hands-on experiences, which ended up being very true to my major, but just looked different.

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SSA Online College Prep

JULY 31, 2023

Work smarter, not harder by using the Pomodoro technique to help you study. Time chunking is different from task chunking , but both can be useful techniques when it comes to prepping for the SAT. 5:00 BREAK: Another 5-min break - here is a fun video to make you laugh :) 25:00 FOCUS: Another 25 min of sustained focus.

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 6, 2023

There are lots of online tools to find colleges that match what you want in a school. In this video, Alyssa talks about what is a “good” SAT Ⓡ score and why a good SAT Ⓡ score is actually different for everyone, good online tools to find colleges to apply to , and how you should approach taking the SAT Ⓡ exam.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 30, 2024

Recently, more top-tier universities have come out to say they do not consider demonstrated interest when evaluating applications, but each school has a slightly different policy. What This Means for You Admittedly, this might sound murky, but it’s good news. Don’t hit us with that “nice guys finish last” bs.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 9, 2024

What is a DO vs. MD? But if you’re reading this guide, you’re probably less interested in political correctness or the history of the degree programs, and more interested in real talk about questions like: What is the difference between an MD and a DO? What kind of doctor is a DO? What is a DO vs. MD?

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SSA Online College Prep

JULY 17, 2023

All those buzz words we hear all the time - hanging on and steady effort, when the going gets tough, makes the difference. Working at the SAT is no different. Jumpstart your SAT® prep with us Outlasting means being tenacious, despite being pushed down and told no. It’s being gritty , being resilient.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 22, 2024

In this post, we’ll give you a guide to what Brown looks for in international applicants, so you have the best chance possible of making Brown your home. If you’re an international student looking for your perfect fit US school, send us an email. What is Brown looking for in International Students?

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 23, 2024

So how do you determine what you want to say? Generally in our academic writing at school, we learn to take out the first-person pronoun “I” and make our analysis more impersonal. You want to think about what your essay says about you. Once again, pay close attention to what each essay prompt is asking you.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 22, 2024

International students make up more than a quarter of the total student population at USC, and it’s an extremely popular school for international applicants. The most represented countries outside of the US are China, India, Canada, United Kingdom, South Korea, Singapore, and Hong Kong, but there are students from 135 countries.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

AUGUST 16, 2023

Join us as we revisit our past, celebrate our accomplishments, and spotlight upcoming developments with CEO and founder Philippe Taza. Source: Internet Archive Wondering what HEM can do for your school? They want to make sure students succeed. What also differentiates HEM is that it is a full-service, niche agency. “We

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

JANUARY 13, 2023

But often times, the UGA Admissions Office just needs to be able to look at the entire applicant pool before making decisions. That athlete cannot add anything to their performance, and just needs to wait and see what the outcome is with the last few skaters. What else can I do if I am deferred?

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 29, 2023

One of the reasons it’s so important to us to have a diverse - in all senses of the word - summer program is because it helps students in their transition to college. Our teachers come from many different backgrounds and highly prestigious colleges from all over the United States. We use it in an extremely wide way at camp.

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Inside Emory Admission

APRIL 10, 2024

What made your experience at the Oxford campus special while you were there? Professors who go beyond the classroom and make an effort to know the students. The class sizes are different, social dynamics change, and integrating into a new community can have its difficulties; however, there are many blessings to the transition too.

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Inside Emory Admission

APRIL 10, 2024

What made your experience at the Oxford campus special while you were there? During my first weeks at college, this was the aspect of the Oxford campus that made me feel at home so quickly, and it continued to make my experience special during my time at Oxford. I felt incredibly prepared for my transition from Oxford to Atlanta.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 10, 2024

The US college application system is less of a system than it is a confusing web of different systems and requirements and protocols that requires some untangling. In this post, we’ll break down what it takes to apply to Princeton as an international student. What is Princeton looking for in International Students?

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 24, 2023

The most important part of committing to a college/university is fully understanding what you’re getting yourself into financially. EXAMPLE: All financial aid letters look extremely different , so we walk through two letters that one student received and how to compare the awards. Now is the most difficult part: committing to a school.

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