Strategic College Consulting

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Near the top of the list of admission criteria for many colleges are ACT and SAT test scores. While some colleges have moved the importance away from admission test scores in recent years, the ACT and SAT still play an important part of a competitive college admission strategy.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

We can all agree there are some frustrating things about multiple choice tests, but let’s leave the doomscrolling for war, famine, climate change, oppression … oh no … I feel the walls of doom closing in. The SAT doesn’t have to feel as daunting or confusing as it sometimes does to students. The SAT likes SHORTER answer choices.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 30, 2023

Throughout this post, you’ll find information that covers several topics— how to get into Princeton, Princeton GPA requirements,Princeton acceptance rate, when to apply and more—that will hopefully help you navigate the Princeton admissions process. you may have to perform above average on your standardized tests.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Caltech ranking Caltech is one of those Ivy+ schools that regularly outranks some of the actual Ivy League universities. Caltech is currently taking a three-year moratorium from considering any standardized test scores in their admissions process (through Fall 2023). Here’s where it sits: Forbes: 47 Niche: 17 U.S.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 7, 2023

We talk about why rankings are bad in greater detail here , but essentially, a lot of college rankings don’t actually tell you whether you and the school would fit well together, or that the school is someplace you’ll thrive. You will need an incredibly high SAT score in order to get into Yale. to be strong candidates.

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Marks Education

MARCH 24, 2022

Do your summer plans include SAT or ACT preparation? . Ah, summer: beaches, barbecues, baseball, buckling down to prep for the SAT or ACT. Wait, what? The first step is to take baseline diagnostic tests for both the SAT and the ACT to determine which test is best for you.

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

This was actually higher than for the Class of 2026, which was just 7%. What is Amherst looking for in a candidate? Actually, we already have! This includes 4 years of English and Math, 3 years of Science (2 of which are lab courses), 3-4 years of foreign language, 2 years of history, and 2 years of social science.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

students and families (understandably) often ask us what colleges are looking for in students they admit and how to maximize their chances of standing out in selective college admissions. What exactly matters to colleges the most? They actually tell you. What factors do colleges consider in admissions? Portfolio 185 4.9

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 14, 2023

We talk about why rankings are bad in greater detail here , but essentially, a lot of college rankings don’t actually tell you whether you and the school would fit well together, or that the school is someplace you’ll thrive. 0% What GPA is required for USC? You will need a very high SAT score in order to get into USC.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 16, 2023

We talk about why rankings are bad in greater detail here , but essentially, a lot of college rankings don’t actually tell you whether you and the school would fit well together, or that the school is someplace you’ll thrive. You will need an incredibly high SAT score in order to get into Brown. to be strong candidates.

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College Essay Guy

JULY 27, 2023

We talk about why rankings are bad in greater detail here , but essentially, a lot of college rankings don’t actually tell you whether you and the school would fit well together, or that the school is someplace you’ll thrive. You will need a very high SAT score in order to get into Cornell University. Let’s dive in!

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Part 2: Stanford admission requirements Stanford academic requirements Stanford doesn’t expect its freshmen to have completed a set amount of coursework before matriculating, but most successful applicants have four years of English and math, and three or more years of science/lab science, social studies/history, and a foreign language.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Obviously, raising your SAT score will take time and effort. Will it provide 1 strategy + 1 skill in each section of the test pretty much GUARANTEED to lead to a score boost? What would an effective detective do instead? That is the image you want to emulate when you read an SAT passage. Here are 3 ways to do that.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 13, 2023

You might be that person, if you are willing to hone your math skills, love digging into problems, and have the personal aptitude to deliver the facts to decision-makers. Companies create, gather, and store mountains of data. They need qualified professionals to transform it into actionable insights. A degree can get you started.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

SAT and ACT Stanford University is currently test-optional , and there is no minimum SAT or ACT score required to get into Stanford. What Is Stanford University Looking For? Math—including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and ideally calculus and/or statistics. News and World Report.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

APRIL 21, 2023

Learn how to come up with a unique topic and choose the right Common App Essay prompt to write a strong personal statement and get into your dream college. What are these mystical college essays, anyway? What is the Common Application? Why does the Common App Essay—and other college essays—matter?

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Tex Admissions

MARCH 27, 2022

Competitive applicants will rank at least in the top 10% scoring a 1480 or higher on the SAT and also have extensive CS/STEM heavy resumes. Learning happens with exchange and dialog and not rote memorization and emphasis on testing. 90% of Valedictorian applicants will not gain admission to Turing.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JULY 5, 2023

What began as Georgetown College has turned into an enormous campus that is home to eleven undergraduate and graduate schools, including the College of Arts and Sciences, which was founded in 1789 as the first Catholic institute of higher learning in the United States. Want expert guidance on medical school admissions?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

What makes your application’s essay section so important? Students admitted to Stanford report an average unweighted GPA of 3.95 , an average SAT score of 1510 , and an average ACT of 33. You’ll need to count on more than just your GPA and standardized test scores to stand out – which is where your essays come in.

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Admissions Mom

JUNE 22, 2023

Please note that my views about what to do when and what I emphasize might be different from the advice you hear from other sources or even other students, counselors, or consultants. My philosophy is that it’s good to hear different thoughts and ideas, and then you can make decisions about what works best for you. Don’t panic.

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Tex Admissions

DECEMBER 19, 2022

You can view the HS Rank/Test score requirements for each UT-System campus. As far as rank and test scores requirements, who knows. HS Academics: Admissions reviewers will not look at any academics from high school like your rank or ACT/SAT scores. CAP requires students to take 15 hours in the fall and 15 hours in the spring.

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College Essay Guy

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What is a School Profile, and how does it relate to other forms of school support (i.e. What should (ideally) be included in a School Profile? Will it hurt my students if my School Profile is not full of glowing stats, high average test scores, or a matriculation list with elite colleges on it?

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Tex Admissions

APRIL 30, 2022

What unique opportunities or challenges have you experienced throughout your high school career that have shaped who you are today? It may help to review real examples to get a better idea of the varied ways you can address this topic. Eyes wide and mouth watering, I sat at the table. I sat paralyzed. Tell us your story.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JUNE 9, 2023

And every year, it gets tougher to make the cut for some of the most sought-after campuses like UCLA, which sat at 18 percent in 2014–2015 and has been sinking steadily since. He’s not sure what he’d like to major in, but he’s worked at a law office over the summer and is interested in cultural studies and education. Student #1: Arman.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MARCH 3, 2023

What is a BS/MD program and how hard is it to get in? What is a BS/MD program? Learn the strategies you need to make it happen, plus a complete list of BS/MD programs BS/md programs provide students with a direct path to a career in medicine Part 1: Introduction to BS/MD programs Part 2: Is a BS/MD program right for my child?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Many students are unaware that the Work and Activities section will actually show up ahead of the personal statement, and that most admissions committee members will get to know you through your extracurricular experiences before they even get to your main essay. In what order will my experiences appear on my application?

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Winning Ivy Prep

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

But if you can nail this topic, it can be a powerful UC Personal Insight essay. Campaigning and standing up for what you believe in (going to Black Lives Matter protests, organizing mask drives during coronavirus). My parents wanted me to be more globally exposed, but what would I gain from moving 8,000-miles away, anyways?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Teachers and guidance counselors often propagate this idea by telling students that elite colleges will not accept them if they receive B’s, attain less-than-stellar test scores, or do not participate in every extracurricular activity offered by their school and prestigious summer programs. What are colleges looking for?

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 13, 2023

In this guide, we’ll discuss what a statement of purpose is and the content and structural options that go into crafting a strong statement of purpose (often referred to as an SoP). TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What is a statement of purpose for grad school? What your research questions are. What’s driving you?

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