Top Tier Admissions
What a difference a year makes. Last year at this time, higher ed reporters were trumpeting the growing popularity of early decision programs. Several top schools hit record highs with the number of early decision applicants; as a result, early admit rates hit an all-time low at those same schools. Admissions leaders were clear about […]
As we’ve mentioned before, summer offers an opportunity not just for rest and relaxation, but also for intellectual exploration. College admissions officers want to admit active, enthusiastic learners, so they look carefully at how students spend their time away from school. For students, this means that it’s important to use the summer to explore an […]
With Class of 2024 results now coming in on the early admissions round at top colleges and universities around the country, here is our expert assessment on what we’ve learned thus far. We’ll continue to update our information as more schools release their information. UPS AND DOWNS Unlike past years that saw big gains in […]
As December slips by, many schools are releasing their Early Decision I and Early Action decisions. Psssst…. We have the most up to date release information here. For students who are accepted or rejected, these results are pretty clear-cut. Some students, however, will face a less definitive status: deferral. WHAT BEING DEFERRED MEANS Being deferred […]
We’re back with our annual holiday gift guide for students and parents alike! Our end goal for both our own families and our TTA family is one and the same –enrichment and rejuvenation of mind, body and spirit, working to ‘live our/your best lives’ and of course, enjoying the heck out of life. Hopefully this […]
The Senior Year Roadmap
Every deadline from August to May – test dates, applications. decisions – in one place. Signup to download the full 9-page Senior Year Roadmap (PDF)