Top Tier Admissions
For the 2023-2024 application cycle, Dartmouth College requires all applicants to respond to three supplemental essay questions, listed below. With Dartmouth’s November 1 early decision deadline approaching, now is the time to begin these responses if you haven’t yet! One of our favorite prompts asks applicants to respond to the words of Dartmouth alum, Dr. […]
Every September, as students settle back into fall routines, the new school year ushers in a fresh batch of college rankings. Described by U.S. News and World Report as “a tool for understanding academic quality,” rankings are the product of research, data collection, coding, analysis, and debate. In recent years, the legitimacy of these rankings […]
Our mission at Top Tier Admissions is to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and resources to students and families navigating the college admissions process. We prioritize teen mental health and work towards alleviating the stress and pressures associated with this process, empowering students to make informed decisions, nurturing their authentic love of learning, and encouraging academic achievement. How has […]
The beginning of a new school year also marks the start of the academic conference season. Some colleges and career offices do a great job relaying the importance of attending professional and academic conferences. Others don’t get to it. ACADEMIC CONFERENCES: UNDERGRADUATES Did you know there’s a professional association that allows undergraduate student members in […]
Applying early admission is one of the most strategic moves you can make in seeking admission to a competitive college. Simply put, admissions rates are notably higher for early applicants who are in range, meaning that some students admitted in the early round would not be if they had waited for subsequent admissions rounds. Early […]
The Senior Year Roadmap
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