Ivy League schools are some of the most competitive schools to get into. Many may find themselves asking– are Ivy League schools worth it? Read on to find out what schools are considered Ivy League, why an Ivy League school may or may not be the right fit for you and how to gain admission to an Ivy League school.
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Properly preparing for an Ivy League university will help ease the transition from high school to college. This blog will explain how the reader can prepare for all aspects of an Ivy League education. This blog will also explain the benefits of enlisting Spark Admissions for consulting during the application process.
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If you have your heart set on an Ivy, preparing for the Ivy League application process as early as possible is essential. This blog will walk the reader through when students should start preparing for Ivy League applications. This blog will also explain the benefits of enlisting Spark Admissions for consulting during the application process.
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Find out how to qualify for a National Merit Scholarship and how to maximize your chances of becoming a winner.
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How do gender gaps in both applicant pools and student bodies vary across institutions? What do they mean for you?
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What is ChatGPT? What impact will it make on college admissions? And what do you need to know about it as you apply?
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What is Early Decision II, and why should you take advantage of it? Find out more here!
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What are colleges seeking in the new introductory videos some of them are requesting? Find out more here!
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Columbia's decision may have broader implications. Find out more here!
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ED and EA applications are on the rise! What does this mean for you?
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Colleges compare students within their stated majors of interest. If you’re going for a particularly popular major, how can you stand out from a big pool of other applicants?
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For the 2023-2024 college application cycle, there are seven different prompts for the Common App personal essay. Read on to understand what admissions officers are expecting from each prompt, as well as tips to ensure that you’ve written a truly great essay.
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The financial aid search doesn't have to be harrowing! Here you'll find the most important steps in the process, from FinancialAidCoach.com.
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This spring, many students and families discovered that schools that could once have been considered relatively safe bets for strong students were no longer sure things. Here, we’ve highlighted some of the schools that saw a particularly noteworthy drop in their admission rates.
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In recent years, colleges and universities in and around Boston (including those in its neighboring suburbs) have received a growing number of applications, and as a result, falling admission rates.
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Northeastern University has skyrocketed in popularity among college-bound high school students in recent years. As a result, Northeastern has initiated a number of “special admissions” programs that offer unique opportunities for students while also helping the university to manage their on-campus enrollment.
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With their rising popularity, Catholic and Jesuit colleges have become increasingly selective. So if you’re thinking that a Catholic university might be right for you, read on to learn more about the most popular options and what they’re looking for in their students.
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The College Board recently announced an entirely new format for the future of the SAT. What will it look like, and how will it affect you?
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Harvard, Stanford, and other top universities are extending their temporary test-optional policies. What does this mean for the college admissions landscape?
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This year has seen big changes and some scary numbers—but also evidence of emerging trends in the wake of the pandemic. Find out more here!
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Choosing a good school for pre-med is extremely important. Read our list of the shining stars of the pre-med world and start strong!
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Whatever you’re looking for as a Jewish college applicant, we can help! Below, you can find some tips for what to look for in a campus to see if it has a strong Jewish community, as well as Hillel International’s recent rankings of schools with the most Jewish students.
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So you didn't get recruited to play squash. Here are some of the universities where you could stay on the court with a team or club.
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If you’re a squash player—or the parent of a squash player—and you’re starting to think about the options for college play, read on!
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