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Last Minute College Essay Writing

Don’t procrastinate your college essays! Discover the best timeline for crafting essays that stand out to admissions officers.

November 28, 2024

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Top 10 Things Not to Say After College Deferrals or Rejections

What are some of the most ludicrous, outrageous statements made by the parents of deferred or denied students? Wonder no more, and have your popcorn ready!

November 27, 2024

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How Standardized Tests Are Making a Comeback in Admissions

Test-optional policies are losing ground at top schools. Discover why standardized tests matter again for college-bound students.

November 27, 2024

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Can You Apply to All Eight Ivy League Schools?

Over the years, we’ve had some students sweep the Ivies. One of Ivy Coach’s clients once did so, turning around a disappointment after a Harvard deferral.

November 27, 2024

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How to Write a Letter of Continued Interest

Deferred in the Early Action/Early Decision round? Waitlisted in Regular Decision? Learn how to write a Letter of Continued Interest.

November 26, 2024

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Next Steps for Rejected Ivy League Applicants

Were you rejected in the Early round by an Ivy League school? Or by all Ivies in the Regular Decision round? Learn potential next steps.

November 26, 2024

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Can You Reapply Regular Decision After an Early Round Rejection?

The applications of deferred students are automatically considered by their Early school for Regular Decision admission.

November 26, 2024

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Is Stanford Need-Blind?

Stanford, along with the majority of selective universities in America, actually considers your financial need when deciding whether to admit you.

November 25, 2024

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Does Boston College Have an Early Action Policy?

Boston College shifted from an Early Action policy to Early Decision I and II policies. See how that’s impacted BC’s admissions statistics.

November 25, 2024

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Do Colleges Look at LinkedIn Profiles?

LinkedIn is a social media platform for job-seekers. Few students actually benefit from maintaining a robust page that is linked on their application.

November 25, 2024

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The Iconic ‘I Am’ College Essay: Why It Doesn’t Hold Up Anymore

There’s an essay that pretty much anyone in college admissions knows. It’s an NYU applicant’s essay from many, many years ago.

November 24, 2024

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The Unreasonable Expectations of Parents in College Admission

Some parents have unreasonable expectations for their children as they navigate the highly selective college admissions process.

November 24, 2024

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The University of Michigan’s Test-Optional Policy

The University of Michigan’s test-optional admissions policy spoke volumes about the merit of such policies.

November 24, 2024

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Harvard University: A History of Institutional White Privilege

Learn about the history of discrimination and white privilege at Harvard University.

November 23, 2024

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The Importance of a Good School Counselor Recommendation Letter

Students should not leave their school counselor’s letter of recommendation to chance. They should help shape their letter.

November 23, 2024

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What To Do If Your Child Was Rejected from College

If your child was rejected from the colleges of their dreams, you’re likely wondering what their path forward should be. Find out!

November 22, 2024

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Top Colleges with the Best Campus Food in the U.S.

The quality of food on a college campus doesn’t necessarily reflect the quality of the education, but it’s still a major part of student life!

November 22, 2024

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What Yale Looks For & How to Stand Out in Your Application

Let’s examine what Yale claims to look for in applicants and then break down what really distinguishes those admitted from those rejected.

November 21, 2024

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College Applicant Networks: Do Connections Impact Admission?

The kinds of connections that can make a difference include major alumni donors to a school, members of the Board of Trustees, and top administrators.

November 21, 2024

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Fulbright Scholars by College

See which of America’s universities boast the most Fulbright Scholars for 2022-2023!

November 21, 2024

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