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Columbia University, an Ivy League institution in New York City, received 5,497 Early Decision applications to the Class of 2030, down from 5,872 last cycle, according to the Columbia Spectator. This continues a two-year downward trend—a notable departure from peer institutions, many of which saw application surges this year. Columbia University Early Acceptance Rate Early […]
The college admissions process can be stressful—and not just for students. For parents who are nervously awaiting the results of every application, ready to celebrate their children or grieve alongside them, this season is riddled with anxiety. But it’s not just the parents of seniors who are feeling the pressure. As my colleagues and I […]
Winter is a pivotal, but often misunderstood, season in the college admissions journey. For seniors, it’s often a moment of waiting: decisions, deferrals, or next steps. For younger students, it’s a quieter planning window that lays the foundation for future success. At Top Tier Admissions, we think of winter not as a sprint, but as […]
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 […]
As 2026 begins, many high school seniors are breathing a huge sigh of relief, having clicked the “submit” button on their Regular Decision college applications. Although the hard work is done for students, the work is just beginning for the admissions officers reviewing those applications. At Top Tier Admissions, we are often asked by curious […]
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