Top Tier Admissions
The moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here—the start of your college journey. You’ve put the work in, perfected the Common App, written the essays, made your decisions, and here you are… ready to begin your year as a newly minted college freshman. Whether you’ve already moved in or are still busy with last-minute […]
Students who pursue Environmental Science/Studies in college have the opportunity to combine biology, chemistry, and earth sciences with social sciences (such as public policy and economics) to address contemporary environmental issues. Often, Environmental Science majors go on to advocate for environmental justice concerns, contribute to city planning, or propose sustainable solutions to pressing problems. This […]
Choosing a college is a significant decision, much like purchasing a home. Both processes involve careful consideration, multiple visits, a big financial investment and a keen eye for detail. Just as a house will be your child’s home for years, a college will shape their academic and social life. Here’s how to help your child […]
The 2024-2025 Common App is LIVE and rising seniors, it’s time to dive in! Like the Coalition App, UC app, or UCAS, this online platform streamlines the application process for prospective college students. The Common App is the most popular of these platforms, offering students access to over 1,000 colleges and universities’ applications around the […]
With an acceptance rate of just 4.8%, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)—the Cambridge-based STEM and Engineering powerhouse—has a lower acceptance rate than most Ivies. For the Class of 2027, only 1,291 students were admitted from among 26,914 applicants. This level of selectivity is even more striking considering that applying to MIT requires a special […]
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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.