Top Tier Admissions
Many seniors have already hit “submit” on their early applications but it’s not time to rest just yet. While you wait for results, remember: the strongest students don’t just hope for good news, they plan for every outcome. The college admissions process is a journey, and this time of year, it’s all about staying focused, […]
Choosing a college is about more than just location, size, and rankings. It’s also about finding a learning environment that aligns with your goals and personality. For students who are looking for academic freedom and want to design their own educational path, colleges with an open curriculum offer a unique experience. Unlike traditional colleges and […]
Counting down the days until the December 1 deadline for your application to the University of California? Take a breath: you have time to elevate your application and give yourself the best chance of admission to your top-choice campus. Whether you are proofreading your PIQs or scrambling to fill the 20 slots for activities and […]
As the former Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Dartmouth College, I remember the endless days and nights of reading applications, fueled by coffee and passion. Those of us with long careers in selective admissions considered the nuance of your voice, the depth of your experience, and the fit for our university community as […]
As a Senior Private Counselor and former Seasonal Reader in the Stanford Undergraduate Admissions Office, I was thrilled to host our recent live webinar, “Is Your Student Stanford Ready?” We had an excellent turnout and an incredibly engaged audience who asked thoughtful, insightful questions throughout the session about many important topics, including course selection, the […]
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Application Boot Camp®
Complete your Common App and supplemental essays, build a school list aligned to your profile, and develop a clear admissions strategy—guided by the Top Tier Admissions team. In our 22 years running Boot Camp, our counselors have helped thousands of students earn admission to the country’s most selective colleges.