Top Tier Admissions
The passing of Labor Day signals the unofficial end of summer for high schoolers, and cooling fall breezes bring college application deadlines into view. In search of inspiration for starting their main Common Application essay, many seniors will turn to troves of examples like Johns Hopkins’ Essays That Worked or the Harvard Crimson’s book of […]
Carnegie Mellon University, a private “New Ivy” institution in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is known for its engineering and computer science programs, as well as being the first college in the country to offer a degree in drama. CMU announced its School of Computer Science would once again require an SAT or ACT score, while the College […]
The college application process can feel like navigating a haunted house—full of unexpected twists, bumps in the night, and chilling deadlines. But don’t be spooked! By avoiding these ten common application mistakes, you’ll be well on your way to escaping the fright and finding your way to college admission success. TOP 10 MISTAKES STUDENTS MAKE […]
Harvard University, located in Cambridge, MA, was founded in 1636 and is currently ranked #3 in National Universities by the 2024 U.S. News & World Report. Harvard accepted 3.59% of regular decision applicants and 8.74% of early action applicants to the Class of 2028. Despite Harvard’s previous commitment to remaining test-optional through the Class of […]
While authenticity and content are crucial, your writing skills can make or break your college essay. Admissions officers aren’t just evaluating what you say, but how you say it. The way you express your thoughts, the clarity of your prose, and the style of your writing all contribute to the overall impression you leave. In […]
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