Top Tier Admissions
We’ve been swamped with questions related to the new landscapes of college and graduate school admissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. College admissions has never been transparent and now add to the mix the twists and turns of a global pandemic and you have confused students and their weary parents. Ivy League and other top […]
In the best of times, being waitlisted can feel like purgatory. The uncertainty, the confusion, and the added stress can make the final months of senior year challenging. In the wake of the global coronavirus pandemic, being placed on the waitlist may feel especially frustrating. (Admissions in the Time of COVID-19) We know that a […]
We’re sharers… sharers of knowledge, guidance, truth and in this case –regular decision notification dates! Since it’s almost Valentine’s Day we thought we’d share some LOVE with our faithful subscribers (not to mention those who appreciate ‘one-stop shopping’) and take a little work off your plates! Say goodbye to the endless navigation of college websites […]
What a difference a year makes. Last year at this time, higher ed reporters were trumpeting the growing popularity of early decision programs. Several top schools hit record highs with the number of early decision applicants; as a result, early admit rates hit an all-time low at those same schools. Admissions leaders were clear about […]
As we’ve mentioned before, summer offers an opportunity not just for rest and relaxation, but also for intellectual exploration. College admissions officers want to admit active, enthusiastic learners, so they look carefully at how students spend their time away from school. For students, this means that it’s important to use the summer to explore an […]
The Senior Year Roadmap
Every deadline from August to May – test dates, applications. decisions – in one place. Signup to download the full 9-page Senior Year Roadmap (PDF)