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The Lingering Impact of Covid on High School Students

For the past two years, researchers have been studying the academic and psychological effects of the pandemic on students. As they begin to compile the data, the findings are not surprising to parents and educators who have seen firsthand large learning losses and mental health concerns among children and adolescents. UNFINISHED LEARNING: LOOKING AT THE […]

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Cornell’s Supplemental Essays

For the 2023-2024 application cycle, Cornell University has a new supplemental essay question required of all applicants. Required for all applicants: In the aftermath of the U.S. Civil War, Ezra Cornell wrote, “I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study.” For over 150 years, Cornell University has remained deeply […]

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A New Approach to College Rankings

As we’ve seen through recent rankings shake ups over the last few years, some of the most prominent college ranking systems are deeply flawed and strategically manipulated to bolster institutional prestige and application volume. The Princeton Review’s Best Colleges for 2024 rankings offer a different approach: they’re based solely on student survey responses. While this […]

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Boston College’s Supplemental Essays

Boston College offers four supplemental essay choices for 2023-2024 applicants. This flexibility is a fantastic opportunity for students to highlight their specific strengths and personality. Applicants must respond to one of the prompts #1-4, unless they’re applying for the Human-Centered Engineering major, in which case they must respond to prompt #5 only. With a word […]

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Get to Know College Admissions Expert, Maria Laskaris

Our mission at Top Tier Admissions is to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and resources to students and families navigating the college admissions process. We prioritize teen mental health and work towards alleviating the stress and pressures associated with this process, empowering students to make informed decisions, nurturing their authentic love of learning, and encouraging academic achievement. How has […]

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