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A Comprehensive Guide to Different Types of Colleges in the U.S.
Students who are starting to research undergraduate programs can easily be overwhelmed by information. It’s not just a matter of which schools to apply to, but which type. Different types of colleges and universities offer different campu…
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The Ultimate Guide to Finding & Applying for Merit Scholarships
For most students, financial aid is an important part of the college admissions process. You will likely complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is useful for receiving need-based financial aid, but that isn’t y…
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The Essential Guide to Acing the College Application Process
While the application process may seem intimidating at first, every student’s college admissions journey is an opportunity to discover more about themselves and their academic goals. With the right strategy, all students will be able to i…
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A Complete Guide to Choosing a College Major
You have a lot of decisions to make when it comes to choosing which colleges to apply to, and one factor that might influence your balanced college list is choosing a college major. Some students already know what they want to major in, and…
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Transfer Admissions Tips from a Former Admissions Officer (and Transfer Student!)
By Mike, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor As a former transfer student (confession: I actually transferred TWICE!) and admissions officer who previously coordinated the transfer admissions program at Stanford University, I understand t…
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What to Know About Private School Admissions: Pre-K through High School
By Cheryl, IvyWise WiseStart™ Counselor Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to apply to an independent or boarding school. There’s a lot to consider in this process, and often families are unsure of how this process works and…
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U.S. vs. U.K. Admissions: What You Need to Know
While more and more international students are studying in the U.S. every year, a number of students are also looking to the U.K. for university options. The U.S. and U.K. university systems are dramatically different, however, and many int…
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Brown Admissions Interview: 14 Brown Interview Questions
Getting a spot at Brown University, one of seven universities that make up the Ivy League, is exceptionally competitive. To earn a seat in the incoming class, students need to do more than get good grades; they also need to stand out in eac…
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A Complete Guide to Stanford Letters of Recommendation
While grades may carry the most weight in college admissions decisions, there are many other important components of the undergraduate application process, including your letters of recommendation. These letters allow admissions officers to…
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How to Plan Your Visual Art Portfolio for College Admissions
By Kelly, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor and Former Admissions Officer at Stanford University When applying to arts programs or majors, many colleges will require an art portfolio as part of the admissions process. This is a critica…
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Why You Should Demonstrate Interest During the College Admissions Process
Check out our Just Admit It! Podcast IvyWise counselors Victoria and Rachel explain why it's crucial for students to demonstrate their interest in their top-choice universities on the Just Admit It! college admissions podcast, givi…
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Impactful Recommendation Letters for Graduate Admissions
By Indhika, IvyWise Graduate Admissions Counselor Many graduate programs require three letters of recommendation as part of their application process. Recommendation letters are the only part of your application that you will not be able to…
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How to Prepare for the Medical School Admissions Process
By Juhn, IvyWise Medical School Admissions Counselor The medical school admissions process can seem complex and, oftentimes, daunting. Much like the undergraduate application process, the med school admissions process requires consider…
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Writing College Admissions Thank You Notes
When is it appropriate to send a thank-you note or email when applying to college? Students are likely to meet a variety of admissions officials when visiting colleges and attending college fairs, and while it’s not required, it’s a goo…
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Complete Guide to Harvard Letters of Recommendation
With an acceptance rate that has dipped below 5% in recent years, there’s no doubt that getting into Harvard is exceptionally competitive. As a result, students who are interested in gaining admission to the top-tier institution need to u…
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Finding Joy in the College Admissions Process
By Carolyn, IvyWise College Admissions Counselors When I first begin speaking with students and their families about college, the tone of the conversation is often trepidatious. Students know that this process involves a lot of work and…
Transfer Admissions Over 1/3 of college students will transfer universities at some point in their higher education career. IvyWise can guide you through the transfer admissions process from start to finish. What Is Transfer Admissions? Tra…
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Independent and Boarding School Admissions: The Basics
While many families are aware that the college application process is comprehensive and multi-faceted, far fewer anticipate a similar process for admission to K-12 independent and boarding schools. Although there are significant differen…
For high school students looking to make the most of their courses, choosing between an International Baccalaureate (IB) and AP curriculum is often a top priority. While both choices are academically rigorous and can lead to college credit,…
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2024-25 Common Application Guide
The Common Application for the 2024-25 college application season opens on August 1, 2024! The Common App essay prompts will remain the same for the upcoming admissions cycle. What Is the Common App? The Common Application is the most widel…
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Medical School Admissions 101: How Important is GPA?
Similar to the college application process, grades are one of the most important factors in admissions decisions for medical school. In fact, the Association of American Medical Colleges rates GPA as one of the most important academic metri…
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