Tag: College Lists
IvyWise Live: College Admissions 101 Series: Decision Rounds and Application Strategies
Events College Admissions 101 Series: Decision Rounds and Application Strategies DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT With many colleges offering a variety of application rounds, including Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular Decision, it can be difficult for students to develop the right application strategy for them. In this talk, IvyWise college admissions counselors shed light on why colleges offer different application rounds so students can understand how they can use a smart strategy to best optimize success in the college application process. Attendees will learn the differences between the various application rounds, how to identify the best round to apply during for each college on their list, and what steps to take if deferred during an early application round.
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside STEM Colleges with Former Admissions Directors
Events A Look Inside STEM Colleges with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselors Krista and Rod for a deep dive into STEM institutions. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside Public Universities with Former Admissions Directors
Events A Look Inside Public Universities with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise College Admissions Counselors Eric and Mike for a deep dive into public universities. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside Historically Women’s Colleges with Former Admissions Directors
Events A Look Inside Historically Women's Colleges with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise College Admissions Counselors Alecia and Robin for a deep dive into Historically Women's Colleges. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside Liberal Arts Colleges with a Former Admissions Director
Events A Look Inside Liberal Arts Colleges with a Former Admissions Director DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselor Eric for a deep dive into liberal arts colleges. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside Business Colleges with a Former Admissions Director
Events A Look Inside Business Colleges with a Former Admissions Director DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselor Nat for a deep dive into colleges where students can study business. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside Political Science and Pre-Law Colleges with Former Admissions Directors
Events A Look Inside Political Science and Pre-Law Colleges with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselors Christine and Robin for a deep dive into colleges where you can study political science and pre-law. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside HBCUs with Former Admissions Directors
Events A Look Inside HBCUs with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselors Danielle and Kayon for a deep dive into Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.
IvyWise On-Demand: How to Build Your College List and Find Hidden Gems
Events How to Build Your College List and Find Hidden Gems DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT With over 3,000 four-year colleges and universities in the United States, it can be a daunting process for students to identify the 12-15 best-fit schools for their college list. In this talk, IvyWise college admissions counselors explain how students should consider their interests, goals, and preferences to begin the college search process. Attendees learn how to build a balanced college list of target, reach, and likely schools and go beyond the most well-known institutions to find hidden gems.
IvyWise On-Demand: Making the Most of College Visits
Events Making the Most of College Visits DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Spring is traditionally a popular time for students to visit colleges. Whether you are a rising senior finalizing the schools on your college list or are just beginning the research process, it is important to consider your interests, goals, and preferences when evaluating schools. Join IvyWise college admissions counselors to learn how to make the most of virtual and/or in-person college visits to get an informed view of a college, stand out to admissions officers, and build a balanced college list of target, reach, and likely schools.
Exploring College Options: The Value of Fly-In Programs
Embarking on the college journey feels like stepping into a world full of unknowns. With tests, essays, and recommendation letters swirling around, one important factor often gets pushed to the side — visiting colleges in person. That's where fly-in programs come in.
A Former Admissions Officer’s Hidden Gem Colleges
It can be a daunting process for students to identify the 12-15 best-fit schools for their college list. IvyWise college admissions counselors Nat and Tasha explain how students should consider their interests, goals, and preferences to begin the college search process. WATCH NOW Nearly 3,000 degree-granting post-secondary institutions dot the American higher education landscape.
How to Choose an Independent Counselor
The college admissions process has long been a rite of passage but has arguably become more stressful in recent years as admission rates at selective institutions continue to drop. Plus, more students are continuing on to college, and each student, on average, is applying to more colleges than ever before. There are thousands of wonderful colleges and universities for students to consider, but many applicants are drawn toward a smaller number of schools considered “top schools” based on various rankings, adding to the already competitive nature of college admissions.
Criteria for a Strong College List
By Carolyn, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor Welcome to the first real, concrete step you will take toward deciding which college you will call home for the next few years of your life! The process of building your college application list should begin in the fall or spring of your junior year, though you may have begun visiting schools, attending events, and reflecting on your preferences before then. Your goal is to have a strong list of schools you plan to apply to by early fall of your senior year, ideally before the school year begins.
Tips for Creating a College List as a Younger Student
By Carolyn, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor If you are a high school ninth or 10th grader reading this article, chances are you are very excited about starting the college process. If that is the case, give yourself a big pat on the back for being proactive! Keep in mind, however, that the college search process will look different for underclassmen than it might for juniors and seniors.
What International Students Should Look for in Colleges
By Tasha, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor When international students think about applying to college in the US, they may be surprised to find that there are over 3,000 four-year colleges and universities to which they can apply. When building their college list for U.S.
Colleges with No Application Fees
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. However, there are a number of colleges without an accompanying application fee.
How to Find Your Best-Fit College
There are so many factors to consider when choosing a college. Students are thinking about everything from, “does this school offer the major I want to pursue?” to “will there be pick-up games of ultimate Frisbee on the quad?
3 Qualities of a Great College List
Building your college list is one of the most exciting parts of the admissions process. Although creating a college list can seem big and daunting, learning about yourself and where you’re going to thrive as a student and individual can be a lot of fun. But building a college list isn’t just about filling it up with “good schools.
All-Women’s Colleges: What They Offer and What to Consider
I’ve spent a lot of time over the past several years thinking about the answer to one (admittedly nerdy, very college counselor-y) question: If I could go to college all over again, which school would I choose? I attended a medium-sized research institution in a major city in the southern U.S.
5 Things to Avoid When Building A Balanced College List
The balanced college list is arguably one of the most important college prep tasks that students will complete within the college admissions process. The college list not only guides where students will apply, but it also factors into students’ application strategy — which can help maximize their admission chances to their top-choice schools. Building a balanced college list, however, is not as simple as creating a laundry list of familiar schools to which a student will apply.