Category: College Counseling
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Navigating College Curricula: Open vs. Core Options Explained
You may have heard the words “open curriculum” or “core curriculum” and haven’t a clue what your counselors or the speakers at information sessions are going on about. It’s important to clarify these concepts for you, a potential applicant because they encourage you to think about a) the different approaches to education and b) your… Read more
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How AI is Transforming College Admissions: Emerging Trend
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing various industries. Slowly it has now entered the realm of college admissions. Just as Human resource departments in companies use the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Schools are beginning to use AI as an assistant tool in the initial phases of college application grading. The adoption of technology will help the process… Read more
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Analysis of Acceptance Rates- Part 3- University of California
The University of California System The University of California system is considered one of the best state universities in the U.S.A. Four out of the ten campuses of the University of California colleges featured in the top 50 in Forbes’ 2024-25 America’s Top Colleges list. At #5 is The University of California Berkeley, and at… Read more
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Analysis of Acceptance Rates-Part 2-The Liberal Arts Colleges
Application rates to liberal arts colleges (LAC) like Williams, Amherst, Swarthmore, Pomona and Wellesley have surged in recent years. Popularly known as The Little Ivies, these colleges are different from larger research or technical universities for the following reasons: An emphasis on broad-based education and interdisciplinary learning; a sole focus on undergraduate education and a… Read more
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Analysis of Acceptance Rates- 2020-2024- Part 1-The Ivy Leagues
Considered the pinnacle of higher education in the United States, the eight Ivy League colleges attract high-achieving students from around the globe. To be successfully admitted into one of these colleges is a testimony to their academic prowess. The desire to get in is so great that beginning in grade 9, students work tirelessly to… Read more
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Spending wisely in college-Tips and Strategy to manage expenses.
We hear of instances when students make frantic calls to their parents because they may have misplaced something. or wants to buy a new jacket, or eat at their favorite restaurant but their credit card limit has been maxed. These are unforeseen expenses many families fail to account for. The nearest relative who might be… Read more
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Believe, Achieve, Succeed-College Application Journey for 2024-25
August 1st, 2024 is when the much-awaited Common App will be launched for the next admission cycle. You may already be aware, the Common App is a single platform that allows you to apply to multiple colleges. It is accepted by more than 1000 schools in the U.S. Navigating the Common App might be somewhat… Read more
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Explore U.S. colleges with low cost and high standards.
It may come as a surprise to you, but there are indeed a few colleges in the U.S. that provide high-quality education without burning a hole in your pocket. Traditionally, a U.S. undergraduate education is considered to be an extremely expensive affair, reserved only for the affluent few. The cost of education being US$60,000… Read more
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US Test Optional Colleges-2024-25
To take or not to take? That is the question plaguing many students who are witnessing a few universities returning to standardized testing in the post-Covid era. In the last two months, Dartmouth College, Brown University, Yale University, and the entire public university system of Florida and Georgia have reinstated SAT/ACT for the application… Read more
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How to select the right college counseling company
Selecting the right college counseling company is a crucial decision that can greatly impact your journey towards higher education. With so many options available, it’s important to consider certain factors to ensure you make the best choice. In this article, we will explore the role of college counseling companies and provide key takeaways to help… Read more
