Top Tier Admissions
Extracurricular activities are a key part of building a standout college application, especially for students targeting top-tier schools. Thoughtfully chosen activities can highlight a student’s interests, leadership potential, and personal growth. In the video below, Dr. Eliza Fox, one of our expert Senior Private Counselors, shares advice on how to craft a meaningful extracurricular strategy […]
The ACT—like its counterpart, the SAT—has long served as a key indicator of academic readiness for college-bound students, despite the growing number of test-optional policies. As we move into the 2025 testing season, a year already marked by significant shifts in higher education, the ACT itself is also undergoing notable changes. It’s important for prospective […]
The college admissions process can feel like a never-ending waiting game. Now, the big question is: when will you finally hear back from your regular round schools? The answer varies depending on the college, but understanding regular decision notification dates can help you prepare mentally and emotionally for any result you receive. To help ease […]
If you’re a high school senior who missed initial college application deadlines, don’t panic! There are still a handful of colleges and universities that are keeping their admissions doors open well into the spring. Whether you’re looking for a new path after a gap year, or simply couldn’t meet earlier deadlines, many schools offer rolling […]
The University of Miami has announced a significant policy update for prospective students. Starting with the Fall 2026 application cycle, undergraduate applicants will once again be required to submit standardized test scores (SAT or ACT) as part of their application. This marks a shift from the test-optional policy adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. […]
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