And so began my very first journal entry. The navy blue velvet cover, complete with the silver outline of a unicorn, has withstood the test of time. As a 9-year-old, I recall feeling a sense of self-importance as I put ink to paper in rather awkward cursive handwriting and recounted my school day in a short paragraph.
Looking for a way to stand out in your college applications? An independent research project offers an opportunity to develop valuable skills and delve into areas of personal interest. Whether you’re exploring an interest in psychology, reimagining a historical figure for the 21st century, or studying the impact of pollution on your local waterways, you can create something tangible and impactful to boost your college applicant profile.
Is applying to medical school on your agenda for this year? Much like undergraduate admissions, the medical school application process is multifaceted and comprehensive, so we always encourage applicants to prepare well in advance.
Students who are interested in applying to the early rounds likely have many questions about the Early Decision application process — perhaps most especially, how high the acceptance rate is at their top-choice college.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are institutions of higher education in the United States that were established with the primary goal of providing educational opportunities for African Americans during a time of widespread racial segregation. HBCUs offer a diverse range of academic programs and contribute significantly to research, community development, and the overall advancement of knowledge. While HBCUs now admit students of all races, they continue to play a significant role in providing access to higher education for Black students.
Boarding school can be an excellent opportunity for students to get a taste of campus life, learn from a diverse group of classmates, and explore new passions. Much like the college search process, there are a variety of institutions that students must consider before compiling their list of best-fit options for boarding school.
Students must weigh many considerations when compiling their list of best-fit colleges, including application fees. Many universities include a fee that prospective students must pay when submitting their applications unless the student qualifies for fee waivers.
Are you thinking about applying to business school? Just like with the undergraduate admissions process, the earlier you start the better! However, many prospective MBA applicants are unsure of how or when to start.
The Price Is Right is iconic, having graced TV screens since 1972. Plinko, the Showcase Showdown, and of course the excitement as they call your name to come on down to contestant’s row is familiar to a lot of people, so I was thrilled when I appeared as a contestant in 2017.
In Semester 5 Episode 6 of our podcast, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor Robin (formerly at Georgetown University and Vanderbilt University), Executive Functioning Team Leader Lorenza, and Executive Functioning Coach Nicki share their top tips on how school high school students can further develop their executive functioning skills and practice stress management and self-care during the college application process.
