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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
IvyWise On-Demand: Class of 2027 College Application Primer With Former Admissions Directors

IvyWise On-Demand: Class of 2027 College Application Primer With Former Admissions Directors

Events Class of 2027 College Application Primer With Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT As the Class of 2027 finishes up their first year of high school, now is a great time to regroup on the past few months and plan ahead for the rest of high school. Join IvyWise college admissions counselors for a deep dive into the college application process and how you can set yourself up for success over the next few years of high school. Attendees learn about selecting the right courses, developing their personal profile, and identifying the best-fit extracurricular activities and summer plans.
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside HBCUs with Former Admissions Directors

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.
Thursday, January 4, 2024
IvyWise On-Demand: How to Build Your College List and Find Hidden Gems

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.
Thursday, October 20, 2022
IvyWise On-Demand: Making the Most of College Visits

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.
Monday, February 28, 2022
How College Tours Help You to Find Your ‘Fit’

How College Tours Help You to Find Your ‘Fit’

Spring heralds the arrival of the campus visit season when colleges welcome students to take a tour and attend an information session. After limiting in-person visits due to the pandemic, many colleges are once again offering tours regularly. At IvyWise, we encourage students to attend virtual and on-campus tours when possible because the benefits of college tours — whether in-person or via a computer—are plentiful!
Monday, August 1, 2016
10 Tips for Families Planning College Visits This Fall

10 Tips for Families Planning College Visits This Fall

As a college counselor, one of the aspects of my job that I especially enjoy is touring college campuses. Whether traveling alone or with my family, I’m always game to explore institutions of higher education. Over the past few years, as my firstborn made his way through high school and navigated his own college search odyssey, I discovered much to my delight that visiting colleges with him brought many rewards I hadn’t anticipated.
Monday, February 27, 2017
6 Questions to Ask On Your College Visits This Spring

6 Questions to Ask On Your College Visits This Spring

The spring semester is a popular time to visit colleges, especially as juniors start to narrow down their college lists, and seniors squeeze in some last-minute visits before admission decisions are announced at the end of March. The college visit is an important opportunity to not only get a live look at colleges, but also get some insider information that you might not otherwise find in your traditional research. At IvyWise, we advise families to visit the colleges students are interested in applying to whenever possible.
Monday, May 9, 2016
Campus Visit Dos and Don’ts

Campus Visit Dos and Don’ts

School breaks are a great time for college visits. Whether you're a high school junior building your college list or a senior trying to narrow down your choices, there are a few "Dos & Don'ts" that students and their parents need to keep in mind before visiting universities. Holidays, spring and fall breaks, and weekends are perfect times to plan those college road trips.
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
College Visits 101: Tips from a Former Admissions Officer

College Visits 101: Tips from a Former Admissions Officer

Spring is prime college visit time! Many families will be hitting the road to visit students’ top-choice schools this semester, so it’s important to ensure that students (and parents!) are making the most of their time on campus.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
How to Prepare for Your College Visits

How to Prepare for Your College Visits

There are a number of reasons why you may want to visit a college in person before you send in your application. While it may seem more efficient to visit schools after you have been accepted, visiting before filling out your application can help you, too. Visiting a college also gives you the opportunity to connect with some important people who may be a part of your application process to answer any questions you may have.
Thursday, March 28, 2019
Juniors: Getting on Track Before Summer Break

Juniors: Getting on Track Before Summer Break

Junior year is a busy time for students, and arguably one of the most critical college prep years. There’s only a little bit of time left before summer break and juniors are suddenly rising seniors – and ready to start applying to college. There’s a lot that juniors can do between now and then to prepare and get on track with their college prep.
Friday, January 29, 2016
Juniors: What to Do After You Visit a College

Juniors: What to Do After You Visit a College

You’re nearing the end of junior year, and at this point, you’ve hopefully started to research schools, create a preliminary college list, and visit prospective colleges. If there are still schools on your list that you want to visit before senior year, you should make every effort to do so now. This will allow you to talk with current students and professors, see dorms, dining halls, and other campus facilities in use, and gain an overall impression of the school’s atmosphere and community.
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Location, Location, Location! Tips for College Research

Location, Location, Location! Tips for College Research

For many students, college is a time of exploring new opportunities, learning more about themselves, and determining the impact they want to make on the world. Interestingly, where your school is located can have an effect on the opportunities available to you. Read on to learn how location plays a role in your college experience and the location factors to consider when creating or narrowing down your college list.
Monday, February 8, 2016
How Parents Can Be Supportive During College Apps

How Parents Can Be Supportive During College Apps

Early decision and early action deadlines are quickly approaching, and as we enter the homestretch of the college application process, anxiety will continue to build. Stressed out students can lead to stressed out parents – and that can make for a tense household. It’s only natural for students to experience some stress and anxiety when applying to college.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Parents’ Guide to the Sibling Dynamic in College Admissions

Parents’ Guide to the Sibling Dynamic in College Admissions

As fans of TLC’s series know far too well, every child is unique – even if you have twins and sextuplets! As the fall provides you with an opportunity to reflect on how much your children have grown and developed into young adults, you may be dealing with the dynamic of sibling rivalry. I hope the following provides a quick guide to help you manage your role as parent when your children apply to college.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
QUIZ: Do You Know The Truth About College Admissions?

QUIZ: Do You Know The Truth About College Admissions?

With all of the stress, pressure and confusion surrounding the college admissions process, it's no wonder that people start to develop their own theories on how it all works. You've likely heard a "secret" admissions rumor from a friend of a friend that has made you panic. But what is the truth?
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Rising Seniors, Get Ready for Application Season

Rising Seniors, Get Ready for Application Season

Many IvyWise students have been working with their counselor to finalize their college lists and build resumes. They will begin drafting their personal essays later this summer. However, if you have not gotten started on any of these items, you can use the summer to catch up on the application process and even get ahead!
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Setting Academic and College Prep Goals

Setting Academic and College Prep Goals

Setting academic and college prep goals now is a great way to get students excited about their college prep and alleviate some of the stress commonly associated with planning for college. While it may not be time to apply to college yet, starting to think about academic and college prep goals now will make it easier for students to identify solid goals by the time application season rolls around. It will also allow them to relax over any upcoming breaks, rather than stressing about what they need to accomplish before school is back in session.
Thursday, August 30, 2018
Setting Fall Semester Academic and College Prep Goals

Setting Fall Semester Academic and College Prep Goals

Whether you’re a freshman still adjusting to your first year of high school, or a college-bound junior ready to hit the ground running, it’s important to set academic and college prep goals for the fall as soon as school starts back up. Goals not only help keep students on track with their college prep, they also help students learn more about who they are, what they’re interested in, and how they can better pursue those interests. Goals can also help students stay motivated during a particularly busy or stressful time.
Friday, February 5, 2016
Starting Second Semester off Right: Tips for a Successful Spring Term

Starting Second Semester off Right: Tips for a Successful Spring Term

While it can be tempting to simply count down the days until summer break, spring semester is a prime time for high school underclassmen to prepare for the college admissions process, and for college-bound seniors to close out the year on a high note. Believe it or not, seniors, you are not off the hook just yet! Here are some tips for high school students to ensure a productive and successful spring semester.
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