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What is demonstrated interest
Admissions

Demonstrated Interest: What is it and how to show it?

As the words suggest, demonstrated interest in college applications refers to how the applicant has indicated that they are interested in the college or university that is considering their application. The very fact that an application to attend has been received is a demonstration of interest but consider these two scenarios.

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University of California College Campus
US Universities

University of California’s Admission Statistics 2025

Admission Trends of 2025- University of California Colleges Known for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and public service, UC has played an important role in shaping advancements in science, technology, medicine, and the arts. The system boasts world-renowned faculty, including Nobel laureates and

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What is a 3-2 Engineering Programme
College Applications

3-2 Engineering Programmes: The best of both worlds?

The process of choosing a college or university to attend is one of making choices between one option and another, not least, the decision to pursue one area of study or another. A hidden jewel in the US college application options is the 3-2 engineering programme offered by many institutions.

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University of Florida Building
US Universities

Understanding the Acceptance Rate of University of Florida

University of Florida: A Top Public Research Institution The University of Florida (UF) is a prestigious public research university located in Gainesville, Florida. Ranked #26 by Forbes, UG is among the top public universities in the U.S. UF is known for its strong academic programs,

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Parent’s Guide to Choosing a College Major | Ivy Central
College Counseling

Choosing a major: A Parent’s Guide

                How to Help Your Child Choose A Major Do you know what the most common entry is against the question ‘what major would you like to study’ is? Its ‘Undecided’. There is no requirement for a student

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Regular decision of colleges
US Universities

Regular Decision Notification Dates for the Class of 2029

Regular Decision Notification Dates for the Class of 2029 With the Regular Decisions around the corner, one can imagine how busy Admissions offices across the U.S. would be. After having meticulously reviewed hundreds of thousands of college applications for the class of 2029, they are

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Transitioning from school to college
Admissions

Seven Tips to Help You Prepare to Leave for College

Freedom is at hand! You have accepted the place offered by your favourite college, the pandemic seems to be easing so colleges are expecting to welcome students back into university accommodation, exciting times. But, there is also that voice in your head asking how are you going to cope without Mum and Dad to put you straight when things start going wrong?

It’s normal to have concerns and fears about heading off to college, if you are travelling across the world for college, it’s even more daunting. Take a deep breath and follow these tips to make your college journey get off to a great start.

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Waitlisted by colleges
Admissions

Waitlist to admitted- Your strategies to win over colleges.

If you have applied to colleges and universities in the United States, you should now know which have accepted you and which have not offered you a place. For some, there will be a third category where the college has put the student on a waitlist. If the college is your top choice college, then being on a waitlist can feel like being in purgatory, somewhere between heaven and hell. Read on to find out how you can judge your odds of being admitted off the waitlist and what you can do to improve your chances.

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How much can you earn after an Ivy League education
US Universities

Ivy League Degrees and the Return on Investment

Ivy League Degrees and the Real Return on Investment Students entering college do so with a vision toward making a successful career in the future. While the definition of success differs from one person to another, there is no denying that financial benefits in a

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Tips for college applications
Admissions

10 Tips for a Successful U.S. College Application

College Application Tips Applying to college in the United States can be a challenging and competitive process. To increase your chances of success, it’s important to understand the key factors that can make or break your application. In this article, we will provide you with

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Best Creative Writing Majors and Career Opportunities | Ivy Central
Majors

Best Creative Writing Majors and Related Careers

          Creative Writing Majors and Related Careers Colleges in the US usually offer English majors with a concentration in Creative Writing or sometimes just a minor (such as NYU). Others offer rigorous programs that include courses, reading lectures, and workshops in

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College Credits for students
College Applications

US Credit System: How does it work?

US universities are most known for the flexibility in their curriculums. This is due to the fact that they offer a credit-based system to measure coursework required for a specific Undergraduate or Graduate program. This framework provides greater freedom in course selection to its students. For instance, you could do a double major or a major and a minor, as long as you are satisfying mandatory credit requirements. 

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Bowdoin College, Maine
US Universities

Understanding Bowdoin College’s Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate of Bowdoin College A private liberal arts college, Bowdoin College is located in Brunswick, Maine. Ranked #25 by Forbes magazine, Bowdoin is well regarded for its rigorous academics, close-knit student community, and commitment to the Common Good. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin existed even

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Waitlist admissions
US Universities

Understanding Waitlist Acceptance Rates of Colleges

Waitlist Acceptance Rates in Colleges College admissions is not just a stressful time for students and families, and to top it all receiving a waitlist decision adds another layer of uncertainty. Students ought to remember that a waitlist offer isn’t a rejection—it’s a positive sign

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Explore engineering careers
Career Counseling

Should I Study Engineering at College?

Studying for an engineering degree is not for the faint hearted, they are some of the most competitive courses to be accepted onto and are notorious for having some of the highest dropout rates in higher education. But every year a good proportion of Ivy Central students apply to study engineering at college and then go on to successfully complete their degrees before moving into employment.

In this article, I will help readers gain an insight into what studying engineering is like and where it can lead you.

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