Top Tier Admissions
For seniors, fall is the season of early-round college applications. But in which early round should you apply, and when does that mean you’ll need to submit your application? Below, you’ll find information about the requirements of each early round option, as well as a list of early deadlines for some of the major U.S. […]
As mid-summer arrives, rising seniors and their families are beginning to turn their attention toward the upcoming college application season. While this journey is significant, you have the opportunity to approach it with clarity and confidence. July serves as an ideal time to transform a list of potential colleges into a refined, concrete strategy—with the […]
The decision by the University of Southern California to introduce a binding Early Decision option for Fall 2027 applicants is more than a procedural change. It reflects a broader shift in selective admissions toward earlier commitments and greater enrollment predictability. This move follows a two-year pilot in which USC offered Early Decision exclusively through the […]
College application volume through the Common App has risen by nearly 94% since 2020 with over 10 million applications submitted in the 2024-25 cycle. Following this increased competitiveness, more college-bound seniors than ever are taking strategic advantage of the early application rounds, which can be a win-win for both students and colleges. For colleges, with […]
As college admissions grow more competitive and timelines stretch longer each year, students are increasingly turning to strategic application plans to improve their chances. While the benefits of Early Decision 1 (ED1) are widely known, Early Decision 2 (ED2) remains one of the most underutilized yet powerful tools in the application process. In 2025, ED2 […]
The Senior Year Roadmap
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