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2023-2024 Common App essay prompts: the best and worst

Write your best Common App Essay: 2023-2024 Edition Here is a dirty little secret: some of the 2023-2024 Common App essay prompts will bring you down like quicksand while others give you the exact structure and framing that you … [Read More...]

How to get into the Ivy League – Ethically

So much of what you read, watch, or hear in the media is there to make you feel like it's impossible to get into Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, Penn, Princeton, and Yale without cheating your way in or using some … [Read More...]

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Adapting to STEM in College: How to Succeed in the Transition from High School

May 30, 2023

Transitioning from high school to college is a significant milestone in every student's life, and for those pursuing STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - programs, the journey can be particularly challenging. STEM courses … [Read More...]

Breaking Down International Admissions: Tips for Prospective Students

April 24, 2023

Conquering the international admissions process might seem like an insurmountable task with all the various applications, requisites, and factors to take into account. However, to help make the process less intimidating, let's break down the … [Read More...]

University of Florida Shares 2022-2023 Admissions Statistics

April 21, 2023

University of Florida (UF) received nearly 67,000 applications during the 2022-2023 admissions cycle, which represents a slight increase over last year. According to Charles Murphy, UF's Director of Admissions, offers of admissions were made to … [Read More...]

Fastweb Shares Earth Day Scholarships

April 18, 2023

Are you or your student looking for opportunities that will help the environment and can help pay for college? Fastweb has compiled a new Earth Day scholarship list with opportunities that focus on the environment and how to make an impact. In … [Read More...]

Visit 26 American colleges all at once through Midwest College Showcase

April 14, 2023

Too many students and parents find it time consuming to sign up for in-person and virtual visits to colleges they are considering. Well, twenty-six colleges in the United States have joined forces to make it easier for you to learn a lot about … [Read More...]

From Classroom to Leadership: How Students Can Navigate Challenges

April 8, 2023

In today's rapidly changing world, it's more crucial than ever for young people to develop the skills and mindset needed to overcome challenges and become successful leaders.  From dealing with academic pressures to navigating complex social … [Read More...]

How to Pursue a Career in Social Work After High School

April 7, 2023

Social work is a fast-growing field that requires a commitment to helping others. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for social workers is promising, with an estimated 9% increase in employment opportunities projected … [Read More...]

Williams College Fly-In Program Application Now Open

April 6, 2023

The 2023 Windows on Williams (WOW) application is now available for rising high school seniors. The WOW fly-in program provides about 150 high-achieving seniors an all-expenses-paid opportunity to visit Williams' campus and experience the Williams … [Read More...]

Advocating for Change: Top 6 Career Paths for Students Interested in Social Work

April 6, 2023

What career do you want to pursue after passing out of high school? Most students won’t bat an eyelid before naming top-tier professions, such as software development, data analytics, business management, and so on.  But what if you want to tread … [Read More...]

University of Rochester gearing up for summer and beyond

April 5, 2023

University of Rochester’s Pre-College Programs are open to rising 9th through rising 12th-grade students who want to get a taste of college life, and luckily for current high school students who've yet to plan for Summer 2023, Rochester is still … [Read More...]

University of Alabama to close application on May 1 for Non-Residents

April 5, 2023

Due to overwhelming demand, the University of Alabama (UA) undergraduate application will close on May 1, 2023, for out-of-state, first-time freshman who wish to enroll as a main campus student. To be considered for admission as a main campus … [Read More...]

Colby Working to Help Rural Students Attend College

April 5, 2023

Colby College has announced that it has been selected as an inaugural member of the Small Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network. The STARS College Network is a group of sixteen colleges and universities across the United States working … [Read More...]

The Impact of a Nursing Degree on a High School Student’s Career

April 4, 2023

Pursuing a degree in nursing can be a significant turning point in a student’s career progression. It can equip you with knowledge and skills in various areas of nursing, enabling you to advance your career and pursue leadership roles in the … [Read More...]

A Definitive Guide to Career Mapping for High School Students

April 3, 2023

Career mapping is a crucial process for high school students, as it allows them to gain clarity on their interests, skills, and aspirations and align them with suitable career paths. It can help students explore different career options, set … [Read More...]

How School Students Can Impact the Future of Education

April 1, 2023

Students, especially those in high school, have the power to influence and shape the future of education in a variety of ways. With the number of high school students in the United States estimated to reach more than 17 million in 2023, as per … [Read More...]

Regular Decision at Emory University becomes more selective

March 30, 2023

Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, has become more selective to get into when applying Regular Decision. While approximately 78%, of admission offers at Emory are made Regular Decision and roughly 22% of offers are extended to Early Decision … [Read More...]

Brown’s Regular Decision Acceptance Rate Now 3.8%

March 29, 2023

Brown University's Regular Decision admission decisions will be posted on Thursday, March 30 at 7:00 p.m. US Eastern Time, and, as in previous years, most students will not be thrilled by the decision they receive. According to Logan Powell, … [Read More...]

NYU First Year Applications Spike 13%

March 27, 2023

With its rapidly rising application numbers and rapidly dropping acceptance rate, New York University (NYU) is starting to live up to the classic lyric from the Frank Sinatra standard, "New York, New York:" "If I can make it there, I'll make it … [Read More...]

Boston University’s Overall Acceptance Rate Drops to 10.7%

March 24, 2023

Boston University (BU) will be notifying Regular Decisions applicants tomorrow, Saturday, March 25, 2023. According to Kelly A. Walter, BU's Associate Vice President for Enrollment & Dean of Admissions, "It has been the single most challenging … [Read More...]

Northwestern Releases Regular Decisions, Class of 2027 Statistics

March 24, 2023

Northwestern University, located in Evanston, Illinois, finalized is Regular Decision selection process and notified applicants of their decisions today, Friday, March 24. Overall, Northwestern reviewed over 52,000 first-year applications from … [Read More...]

The Perfect Gifts to Celebrate Getting Into College

Now that you've gotten into college, it's time to celebrate! Welcome to the Class of 2021 College Acceptance Gift Collection presented by admissions.blog. These gifts run the gamut from college apparel to dorm safety products. No matter your budget or needs, we've got the perfect college-themed gifts that are a fun or practical way of celebrating getting into college. So, what are you waiting for? Start Shopping … [Read More...]

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