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… Tasha Former Admissions Officer at the University of Southern California "Colleges are looking for well-rounded classes and to fill institutional needs. Your best bet is to showcase your authentic self in your best light." What Others Are…

Learn Which Colleges are Requiring COVID-19 Vaccines for Students As many colleges prepare to welcome a larger number of students back to campus this fall, some universities are moving to require COVID-19 vaccines for all members of the com…

Colleges Continue to Report Record-Low Admission Rates, Stanford Admits 4.69% of Applicants for the Class of 2020   It was another competitive admission season for the class of 2020, with admission rates for the incoming freshman class…

…�� to help in any endeavor they choose. University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA Did you know that USC alumni are more likely to give to their alma mater than the alumni of Stanford, UCLA or UC-Berkeley are? With over 100 alumni o…

…vorite fictional character... (asked by University of Southern California) Walter Mitty, from James Thurber's short story, "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty." Walter had such a vivid imagination! We named one of our pugs Walter because he al…

….37% 28.70% 30.00% 28.30% 29.80% 32.90% University of Southern California 9.20% 10.02% 11.88% 12.00% 15.80% 11.00% 12.80% 16.00% University of Virginia 16.38% 16.86% 18.68% 21.00% 20.50% 24.30% 26.50% 27.00% Vanderbilt University 5.09% 6.28…

Test Your College Knowledge with These Fun College Trivia Questions If you’re a high school junior applying to college next year, chances are you’ve been on a college visit or two and have spent a considerable amount of time researching…

For waitlisted students, it can be hard to judge just how much of a chance they have of getting accepted off the waitlist. Data around waitlist acceptances can be scarce, especially as waitlists at top colleges grow and more and more schoo…

Choosing between in-state and out-of-state colleges is an important decision that can significantly impact your college experience. In-state institutions often offer financial advantages, with lower tuition costs and potential access to sta…

  The transfer admissions process can often be even more selective than regular undergraduate admissions, and with 35% of college students transferring at least once, it’s important to understand exactly how difficult (or not!) it is t…

By Cara, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor  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…

IvyWise On-Demand: A Look Inside HBCUs with Former Admissions Directors Available on-demand Join IvyWise college admissions counselors Danielle and Kayon for a deep dive into Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). They will s…

When it comes to helping your student craft their college list, fit is the most important decision factor. This is especially true when your child has a disability and needs extra support and accommodations to be successful in college. Hund…

Here are the Colleges that Superscore the ACT Superscoring is the practice of considering only the highest section scores across all SAT or ACT test scores that are submitted when evaluating applications. Many schools already superscore for…

By Meg, IvyWise Premier College Admissions Counselor 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 instituti…

STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) is a hot topic in higher education, with many colleges expanding their STEM programs in order to meet student demand. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, “employment in…