Category: College Essays
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College Essay Checklist Before Submitting Your Application
It is crucial to thoroughly review your Common App and other college essays before submitting them. Since you are applying to ED or EA and you will not get another chance to apply to these colleges in any of the other rounds, this is your last chance to polish and powerfully represent yourself. This blog… Read more
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Application Trends for 2024-25-Statergies to Stay Ahead
As the 2024 college application is around the corner, Ivy Central has identified significant trends that are shaping the landscape of college admissions. Here is a list of things to look out for and what you can do to stay ahead. Trend #1: Emphasis on the Student’s ‘Lived Experience’ A major trend that is visible… Read more
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Supplemental College Essays-A way to maximize your impact
Admission to U.S. colleges is getting tougher each year. According to the reports released by Common App, the total number of applications through March 1 rose 7% from 7,041,256 last year to 7,541,148 this year. This upward trend is expected to continue. With acceptance rates dipping considerably, students are confused about what it means to… 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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UChicago Supplemental Essay Prompts 2024-25
The University of Chicago has long been celebrated for its provocative essay questions. They consider these prompts as a unique opportunity for students to reveal their true selves, their preferences, and their aspirations. These questions can be tackled with absolute seriousness, whimsical creativity, or a blend of both. Every year, U Chicago reaches out to… Read more
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The UC Personal Insight Questions Guide for Freshman Applicants
The path to higher education is an expedition of self-discovery, resilience, and personal growth. As you embark on this journey, the University of California’s Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) beckon, offering a canvas upon which to articulate your unique story. While applying for The University of California, you would select any four questions that pertain to… Read more
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Exploring Common App Essay vs. UC Personal Insight Questions
For many high school students, the journey towards higher education is marked by the ardent pursuit of excellence, self-discovery, and the quest to articulate their unique narratives to admissions committees. Two pivotal components in this process are the Common Application (Common App) essay and the University of California’s Personal Insight Questions (PIQs). At first glance,… Read more
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Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University is a private research university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA. The university was founded in 1834 and has a rich history and tradition of academic excellence. Wake Forest is known for its strong undergraduate liberal arts program, as well as its graduate and professional programs in law, medicine, business, and divinity. Read more
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What 2023 College Admissions Tell Us About Future Applications
As the last few college offers trickle in it’s time to take a step back and consider what we can glean from the wins and rejections our students have received in the 2022/23 application cycle and the messages being received from different quarters of the college application universe. Read more
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Applying to the UK? How to write your UCAS Personal Statement
Your UCAS Personal Statement (PS) is the one opportunity to discuss why you want to study a particular degree. It is your chance to demonstrate your drive, ambitions, skills, and achievements, making you an excellent choice for the universities to which you have applied. Read more
