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Strategic Summer Planning: How to Build a Standout College Profile

Earlier this week we hosted an incredibly practical and timely webinar, “Crafting a Strategic Summer,” led by Dr. Tina Brooks, Senior Private Counselor at Top Tier Admissions. With summer fast approaching, families are asking the same question: What actually matters, and what’s just noise? The answer, as Dr. Brooks made clear, is that a strong […]

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The Rise of AI Majors at Top Colleges

Artificial intelligence has moved from the headlines to the classroom. In late 2025, The New York Times reported that universities across the country are launching AI-branded majors, departments, and even entire colleges to meet surging student demand. At highly selective institutions, this shift is especially pronounced. For parents of high school students, the questions are […]

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IB Program vs AP: What Families Should Know

Founded in 1968 in Geneva, Switzerland, the IB Diploma Programme was created by progressive educators who wanted a globally standardized curriculum that emphasized critical thinking and international-mindedness over rote memorization. When it comes to advanced high school coursework, the IB Diploma Programme stands out for its global reach and academic rigor. Respected worldwide, the IB […]

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