A Penn freshman turned his own struggles into a way for students to share real insights with each other. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero A freshman at the University of Pennsylvania is on a mission to make the college search process more honest and human. Jack Goldstein, along with his younger brother Evan, a high […]| EdTech Digest
The temptation to twist logic for racist ends is almost irresistible. I encountered an almost humorous example a few months ago in an article in the Chronicle of Higher Education by a professor of religious studies and philosophy. Richard Amesbury’s claim is that criticism of “diversity, equity, and inclusion” (DEI) policies is racist. Which is […]| Minding The Campus
The College Board has announced it will discontinue “Landscape,” a tool designed to give college admissions officers context about applicants’ high schools and neighborhoods, a move that comes against the backdrop of mounting pressure from the Trump administration to dismantle policies tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The nonprofit, which administers the SAT, confirmed the…| insightintoacademia.com
To help your child stay on target, here are 9 things all high schoolers should do before they begin their senior year.| The Scholarship System
The Common Application activities section can help students stand out. If you want to make sure yours shines, here's what you need to know.| The Scholarship System
Choosing between early action vs early decision is critical for college students. Here's a look at the differences between them.| The Scholarship System
Here's what you need to know about double deposits, and committing to more than one college.| The Scholarship System
For my entire adult life, I can’t recall an initiative to collect data to combat racial discrimination that has not been met with enthusiastic support. But then President Trump announced that colleges would have to submit more of their admissions data to combat racial discrimination, and things got weird. To understand the context here, recall […]| Minding The Campus
Early Action or EA allows you to apply early for colleges without a binding contract. Early Action = Early admission decision. Well, it’s not as fast as Early Decision (ED), but you will hear the results before the Regular admission deadlines. Early Action = Results December to January Also, with Early Action, you can apply... The post Early Action Admission Deadline, Timeline and List of EA Colleges appeared first on Happy Schools.| Happy Schools
The decision to pick just one college for an Early Decision (ED) deadline is not an easy task when it comes to a price tag of $250,000 to $300,000 for a 4-year college. There are about 225 colleges in the USA that offer Early Decision I and Early Decision II, and that number is increasing.... The post Early Decision College: Complete List by State (& Growing) appeared first on Happy Schools.| Happy Schools
“I wish someone had told this earlier in life.” As an international student studying in the USA, you could use a mentor to guide you. So consider this interview as direct advice to elevate your life. Professor Anveeksh Koneru is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB). Quick Background: Top... The post Interview with Professor Anveeksh Koneru – Mechanical Engineering – University of Texas Permian Basin appeared first on Happy Schools.| Happy Schools
I have to admit – Sara Antic is the first guest I interviewed who plays a college sport in the USA. Sara plays for the Women’s Volleyball Team at The University of Texas Permian Basin while attending Graduate School with working as a Research Assistant. Playing for a college team is demanding in itself. On... The post Interview with Sara Antic from Serbia – University of Texas Permian Basin appeared first on Happy Schools.| Happy Schools
Early Decision and Early Action (Single Choice and Restrictive) colleges and universities have announced their admission results for 2025. The number of applications received by the college for Early Decision and Early Action has increased. Some schools are reporting as high as a 57% increase in applications. Which school got a 57% increase in applications?... The post Class of 2025 – Early Decision and Early Action Results appeared first on Happy Schools.| Happy Schools
What is Duke looking for in an applicant? Advice on how to Get Accepted to Duke University from the experts at Solomon Admissions Consulting .| Solomon Admissions Consulting
Do you feel intimidated by the thought of sending multiple separate applications to your…| The Wyzant Blog
Junior year is busy as you begin to plan for the college application process. Here’s what you need to check off your list in order to have a successful junior year.| Prepory
This week, I want to talk about the most common college essay mistakes. All of these pitfalls are easily avoided if you understand the true purpose of the core common app essay – to help the schools get to know you, beyond what they can see in the rest of your application. Thinking You Need […] The post “What Are The Most Common College Essay Mistakes?” appeared first on North Star Admissions Consulting.| North Star Admissions Consulting
Are you currently reviewing college admissions statistics, and trying to understand how to use the information to shape your college application strategy? Analyzed correctly, a review of college admissions statistics can help you get into your dream school. Here are a few examples: Fact: The middle 50% of admitted applicants to Northeastern (class of 2028) […] The post Knowledge is Power – Leveraging College Admissions Statistics appeared first on North Star Admissions Consulting.| North Star Admissions Consulting
Letter from our CEO announcing Prepory’s spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, ranking in the top 15% of fastest-growing U.S. private companies.| Prepory
If you’ve ever worried that your college essay sounds like a thousand others, you’re not alone. With thousands of students applying to the same schools, often with similar GPAs, test … Continue Reading How to Make Your College Essay Stand Out (Without Sounding Like Everyone Else)| EdTech Classroom
If you’re applying to college, one of the most insightful questions on the Common Application is Prompt #3: Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What … Continue Reading How to Write the Common App Essay for Prompt #3 in 2025| EdTech Classroom
If you’re a high school student applying to college, chances are you’ve heard about using AI tools like ChatGPT to help with your college application essays. Maybe you’ve even tried … Continue Reading Why You Shouldn’t Use ChatGPT to Write Your College Application Essays (And How to Use It the Right Way)| EdTech Classroom
If you’re applying to college, one of the most insightful questions on the Common Application is Prompt #2: The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to … Continue Reading How to Write the Common App Essay for Prompt #2 in 2025| EdTech Classroom
By the time kids begin applying to college, they're likely to have an extensive social media presence. Learn how college admissions officers may be reviewing those social media accounts to make decisions on college acceptances.| Learning Liftoff
Over the past several years, there has been a surge of interest in the most popular state schools. Students from all over the world – not just in-state – are applying in record numbers. (Southern schools are especially sought after at the moment.) Despite increased demand for the most popular state schools, North Star clients […] The post How to Get Into the Most Popular State Schools appeared first on North Star Admissions Consulting.| North Star Admissions Consulting
Tough Love: Ready for college admissions advice you don't want to hear? You have come to the right place.| North Star Admissions Consulting
This week’s timely college admissions question is from the parent of a rising senior: “Should I help my kid with their college applications?” I love this question. As a parent of 3 kids, all of whom have successfully applied to college, as well as a former Ivy League Admissions officer and now an admissions consultant, […] The post “Should I Help My Kid With Their College Applications?” appeared first on North Star Admissions Consulting.| North Star Admissions Consulting
College Admissions Advice – want to know a college admissions secret? This year, in addition to offering concrete suggestions about how to maximize the common application form, I am excited to launch a general college admissions advice column. Please feel free to reach out with anything you’re wondering about. This week, I want to share […] The post Want to Know a College Admissions Secret? appeared first on North Star Admissions Consulting.| North Star Admissions Consulting
Colleges typically provide students with a few college admissions options. Here's what you need to know about the different types of college admissions.| The Scholarship System
Are you struggling to choose the right college safety schools? If so, you’re not alone. Here are some factors to consider.| North Star Admissions Consulting
Discover 10 admissions software to help higher ed teams streamline recruitment and enrollment in 2025 and beyond.| Gravyty | Fundraising software | Community engagement software
Today, I will answer one of the most common questions that I get this time of year: “What college admissions trends are you seeing?”| North Star Admissions Consulting
Is it worth visiting colleges over the summer? Yes, absolutely. Even if there aren't as many students on campus, it’s totally worth it.| North Star Admissions Consulting
Learn about what SAT superscoring is and which schools superscore, with a focus on colleges and universities in the top 25.| TTP SAT Blog | SAT Prep Strategies and Tips from the Experts
“Through the process of building her mastery-based transcript, Hadley had discovered a deeper sense of purpose, self-awareness, and agency. Today, she’s a thriving interior designer in […] The post The Story Behind Pioneering the Nation’s First Mastery Transcript first appeared on Mastery Transcript Consortium® (MTC).| Mastery Transcript Consortium® (MTC)
In a recent episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, MTC CEO Mike Flanagan and ETS Managing Director Laura Slover dive into a transformative approach to education that transcends traditional measures like transcripts and test scores. They explore the Skills for the Future initiative, a groundbreaking collaboration between ETS and the Carnegie Foundation, designed to assess essential skills such as communication, critical thinking, and collaboration. Discover how innovative assessment tools are s...| Mastery Transcript Consortium® (MTC)
Read a letter from our CEO as he introduces Prepory's new AI-powered college admissions assistant, Rory, and highlights how it will help high school students through the college admissions process.| Prepory
Amid ongoing uncertainty in federal research funding, particularly from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the University of Chicago’s Biological| The Chicago Thinker
The college process is messy. Try spending some time parsing through the forms, essays, tests, and more forms, and that| The Chicago Thinker
Learn how demonstrated interest can impact college admissions and discover effective ways to show enthusiasm for your top schools.| The Scholarship System
Find out the exact regular decision notification dates for 2023 with our comprehensive list. From Ivy League to other colleges, know when to expect admissions decisions. Plus, tips on handling a waitlist and what to focus on while you wait.| Prepory
Impress colleges with these 25 summer activities: jobs, internships, and passion projects for high schoolers. Achieve academic balance and boost admissions chances.| Prepory
"It is time to replace the ideas behind affirmative action and DEI programs in higher education with more progressive concepts that better describe current social reality." So begins the following guest post by Naomi Zack, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at City University of New York (Lehman College). The post is based on the first chapter| Daily Nous - news for & about the philosophy profession
This article discusses the factors that Texas students should consider when deciding whether to submit test scores to test-optional colleges.| General Academic
This article provides tips for selecting summer opportunities for high school students, along with categories and examples.| General Academic
Improving the college admissions process includes tying Early Decisions to affordability and streamlining the Common App.| parentingteensandtweens.com
Writing a college essay? Using real sample college essays that worked will give you a great idea of what colleges look for. Learn from great examples here.| blog.prepscholar.com
