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The Secret to a Memorable College Essay: A Great Hook

Your Intro Hook Matters. With another year of record-breaking application volume in the rearview, it’s crucial for rising seniors to create strong college essays that set themselves apart. What’s one key way to grab your reader’s attention? A compelling first line! A well-crafted, memorable hook can captivate your reader and leave a lasting impression. At […]

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ChatGPT and the College Essay

As ChatGPT continues to evolve, the chorus of concerns has become louder: how will this impact teaching? learning? college admissions? Media coverage about ChatGPT has advanced both alarmist scenarios (artificial intelligence is replacing human intelligence!) and rosy predictions about increased educational efficiency and interactive learning. For students on the brink of applying to college, the […]

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College Admissions: Seniors, What To Do While You Wait

For high school seniors, the beginning of January generally brings a sense of relief. After months of writing essays, filling out applications, and stressing about your college choices, your applications are finally in! Pretty soon, though, you may find yourself feeling a new kind of stress—the kind that comes from waiting to hear your college […]

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Colleges With Late Application Deadlines

There are a few reasons you might be interested in colleges and universities with late application deadlines. Perhaps you were deferred in the early round and want to add more options to your college list without the rush of the (typical) January 1, regular round application deadline? Perhaps you’re hoping to boost your SAT or […]

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2022 Best Books We Read This Year

As another semester winds down, we’re back to share our annual holiday gift guide for high school students and their families! This year, in lieu of a traditional gift guide, we are highlighting book recommendations from the Top Tier Admissions Team! We’ve asked our Senior Private Counselors and TTA staff to each share one book […]

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