Top Tier Admissions
In the 2025-2026 application cycle, colleges made some of the most significant changes to essay evaluation in a generation. The reason? Artificial Intelligence (AI). Some schools have dropped numeric essay scores. Others have begun to warn applicants that AI-generated text could cost them their admission. And a growing number of universities have added supplemental prompts […]
There is perhaps no deeper exhale than the one that comes at the end of junior year in high school. Students have just completed the last full year of academic classes before college; AP exams are over; summer plans are set; college visits are scheduled, and recommendation requests have been made. I use the passive […]
Top Tier Admissions is excited to announce the launch of Application Boot Camp® 2027, our signature college application program for current high school sophomores (Class of 2028) who will participate in the summer before their senior year—now offered in both in-person and virtual formats. This immersive, high-touch experience is designed for students who want to […]
The University of Michigan, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is known for its school spirit, research excellence, and strong commitment to public impact. With world-class programs across engineering, business, the arts, and the sciences, Michigan offers students the chance to lead and develop real-world solutions. University of Michigan attracts intellectually driven, socially engaged students who […]
Applying to Emory University means joining a community rooted in academic rigor, ethical leadership, and a commitment to service. Located in Atlanta, with a vibrant liberal arts tradition and nationally recognized programs in the sciences, business, and humanities, Emory offers students the opportunity to connect intellectual inquiry with real-world impact. Students are encouraged to explore […]
Calling All Juniors!
Your August Edge Starts Here:
Application Boot Camp®
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.