Top Tier Admissions
The regular decision phase of college admissions often feels like the longest stretch of the journey. Applications have been submitted, interviews are completed, and now begins the hardest part: waiting. Regular decision notification dates vary by college, but knowing when decisions are typically released can help you stay organized, manage expectations, and reduce anxiety. Below, […]
At Top Tier Admissions, our counselors bring decades of experience, deep knowledge of the admissions process, and a personal commitment to every student they work with. In our Counselor Spotlight series, we’re introducing you to the incredible individuals behind our high-touch, expert guidance. Learn more about their unique backgrounds, educational philosophies, and what inspires them to help students reach […]
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 […]
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)