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Writing the College Application Essay
By Meg, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor Whether you like to call it the “college essay” or the “personal statement,” countless books, blogs, and articles have been written offering advice about how to write a compelling one. Fo…
How Do College Costs Stack Up Across the Pond? Cost a very important factor to consider for most students applying to college, especially for those interested in schools in both the U.S. and the U.K. In order to adequately budget for a coll…
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Summer Program and Activity Ideas For Performing Arts Students
By Meg, IvyWise Premier College Admissions Counselor Do you play the violin or clarinet? Sing? Are you a freestyle rapper? Like to compose songs? Dream of a career on Broadway? Summer break offers exciting opportunities for teens who are pe…
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The Case for Reviving the Humanities
By Christine, IvyWise Premier College Admissions Counselor “Where art thou, would-be humanists?” Once upon a time, it was cool to study history and literature, but this fall, some of the most in-demand college classes will not be coveri…
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How to Transfer to an Ivy League School
There are a number of reasons why students may want to transfer to a different school after their first year. Maybe they decided to change their major but their current school doesn't offer it. Or perhaps the hustle and bustle of an urban c…
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Dr. Kat’s List: Colleges That Feel Like Hogwarts
I hope you’re excited to see the latest installment of how Hollywood brings J.K. Rowling’s words to the big screen in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Although none of my students have listed being a “muggle” on their resumes…
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The Truth About the Gender Gap on College Campuses
In 2006, Kenyon College’s Dean of Admissions, Jennifer Delahunty Britz, wrote a New York Times editorial apologizing “To All the Girls I’ve Rejected" — those female Kenyon applicants who were denied admission in favor of valuable ma…
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The Value of the Independent Research Paper and The Concord Review
Compiled by Will Fitzhugh from The Concord Review The formal research paper in high schools has been steadily disappearing over the past two decades, and it shows no signs of revival. The accessibility of the Internet, larger high school cl…
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Dr. Kat’s List: Five Colleges for STEM Majors
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…
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Dr. Kat’s List: Five Colleges Where You Can Express Your Poetic Voice
Last month was National Poetry Month, so whether you love Emily Dickinson's slanted rhyme, Allen Ginsberg's beats, or Langston Hughes' Renaissance jazz, now is a great time to celebrate this literary art form. If you'd like to pursue your p…
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Colleges That Combine Liberal Arts and STEM Education
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 �…
About IvyWise The IvyWise Team Anna Berry Executive Director of Marketing As the Executive Director of Marketing, Anna manages all aspects of IvyWise's messaging, working to expand the reach of IvyWise's education counseling services across…
FAQs Frequently Asked Questions about IvyWise What is the role of an independent admissions counselor? Where is IvyWise located? I don't live near an IvyWise location. Can I still use your services? Does IvyWise only help students who want…
Dr. Kat Cohen Dr. Kat Cohen is the founder and CEO of IvyWise and one of the leading independent university admissions counselors in the world. Dr. Kat, IvyWise's founder and CEO, is also a member of our team of expert counselors, working w…
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