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Yale University, a member of the Ivy League, consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the nation. For the 2023-24 application cycle, to get to know their (many) applicants, Yale requires students to respond to a variety of short-answer questions, ranging from just 35 words to a more robust 400-word essay. Firstly, Yale requires […]
For the past two years, researchers have been studying the academic and psychological effects of the pandemic on students. As they begin to compile the data, the findings are not surprising to parents and educators who have seen firsthand large learning losses and mental health concerns among children and adolescents. UNFINISHED LEARNING: LOOKING AT THE […]
For the 2023-2024 application cycle, Cornell University has a new supplemental essay question required of all applicants. Required for all applicants: In the aftermath of the U.S. Civil War, Ezra Cornell wrote, “I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study.” For over 150 years, Cornell University has remained deeply […]
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 […]
Harvard’s 2023-2024 supplemental essay prompts include new short answer questions like: “Top 3 things your roommates might like to know about you.” The twist: this must be answered in no more than 200 words. Distilling complex thoughts into a concise, authentic response is no small feat. College essays are a unique genre of writing: they […]
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