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…for the class of 2027. Schools like the University of Virginia (55,845), University of Pennsylvania (59,000+), NYU (~120,000), and Bowdoin (10,934) all reported their largest applicant pools ever, with some schools like Boston University …

… want to give back to their alma mater. University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA There is nothing like having your own traditional campus language to foster loyalty to your alma mater. When you walk the grounds (never call it a campus) o…

…vs. Public  State schools such as the University of Virginia, the University of Michigan, and UC-Berkeley are considerably less expensive than private schools. Even out-of-state tuition for state schools, although more than in-state tuiti…

Who Says Liberal Arts and STEM Can’t Coexist? As more families consider the ROI of a college education, the value of a liberal arts education in today’s world has been a hot topic. With many STEM degrees and programs topping lists of �…

….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% 6.10% 6.70% 11.60% 7.80% 9.20% 10.30% Vassar College TBA 17.73% 18.66% 19.00% 24.50% 23…

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…

What if you could enroll at college without the additional stress of the competitive admissions process? It’s possible with direct admissions — a growing trend that more colleges and universities are using to increase education access,…

For those enamored with fashion and the latest style trends, there are a few fashion-specific colleges that immediately come to mind when considering where to pursue a degree in fashion. However, there are several great fashion design and m…

Students who are interested in attending a liberal arts college have a lot of options — just over 200 private institutions in the U.S., not to mention the liberal arts programs at many larger universities. All liberal arts schools special…

While meal choices shouldn’t be the biggest factor when it comes to enrollment decisions, top-tier dining options are always an asset. Many universities have revamped their menu offerings to provide students with diverse and high-qualit…

Have you ever dreamed of going to a certain college or university based on how much you love its sports team? If so, you’re definitely not alone. Research shows a connection between the success of a college football or basketball team and…

Summer break is a great time for students to relax, but summer shouldn’t be spent just lounging around! Students should use this break in their academic schedule to pursue their interests and one way to do that is through reading and rese…

Students who are interested in applying Early Decision likely have many questions about the process. From what the timeline looks like to how this process will impact their admissions odds, there are a multitude of queries that go through e…

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…

College rankings are often the first exposure that many students have to the concept of a “college list.” It’s easy to become familiar with a few “name brand” schools after seeing them at the top of a list, but what does that numb…

By Alisha, IvyWise Principal College Admissions Counselor Fit and academics are top priority when building your balanced college list, but it’s important for students to consider other factors that matter to them including activities, loc…