Ivy League schools are in the news—again. With the reinstatement of standardized testing requirements (Dartmouth College, Yale University, Brown University, Cornell University, and Harvard), evolving admissions policies, rising tuition costs, and entanglements with campus protesters (Columbia University’s mixed responses to […]
This year’s admission cycle has presented numerous challenges from a brand new digital SAT, revised FASFA requirements, an increase in application numbers, a lengthening of student college lists, and a continuation and revision to college test-optional policies. These have given […]
Advanced Placement season is approaching and students are doing their best to earn a 5 on the exam. But what if you earn less than a 5? Should you report them to elite colleges like Yale and Stanford? Do AP […]
As universities release their Early Action and Early Decision results, you may be wondering if there is any way you can re-submit your application in the Regular Decision round to receive a better outcome. So, are you allowed to re-apply […]
Early Decision Notification Dates: 2023-2024 Application Cycle In recent years colleges have relied heavily on Early Action and Early Decision application rounds, causing many prospective students to apply early. This may have you wondering, when do early decisions come out? […]
The 2023-2024 Common App is now open! The Common App is an online application platform that houses applications for over 1,000 colleges and universities. Much like the Coalition App and the UC App, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the […]
As you begin to write your college essays, you may be wondering how colleges review your application–whether they are considering SATs/ACTs, extracurriculars, etc. Students often wonder is GPA and APs that important. We are here to answer those questions for […]
The end of affirmative action in university admissions may have you wondering how you can truly set yourself apart from other applicants and show colleges your unique self and how you overcame any challenges. Generally speaking, the best place to […]
The Supreme Court’s highly anticipated affirmative action decision last Thursday has effectively, but not explicitly, placed a total ban on race-conscious university admissions. So what does this mean for college admissions? Read on to find out. Background This decision comes […]
Pe-collegiate summers are battlegrounds for increasing your chances for college admissions. If you are someone who is not participating in any internships or summer programs (whether it be because you were not admitted or because you could not attend) do […]
