Year: 2024

The college admissions process can be overwhelming, especially when deciding when and how to apply. Many students wonder if applying Early Decision (ED) or Early Action (EA) gives them a better chance of being admitted. The data from several prestigious schools suggest a significant advantage for early applicants, particularly under binding ED plans. In this…

How Colleges Are Using AI in Admissions: What Students Need to Know In recent years, the landscape of college admissions has begun to shift as artificial intelligence (AI) tools enter the decision-making process. From analyzing essays to predicting which students are most likely to attend, AI is increasingly playing a role in how applicants are…

It’s Only Becoming More Popular-And For Good Reason The college admissions process today is vastly different from what it was 10 or 20 years ago. Many parents still approach college selection and planning based on the standards they knew—believing that attending a prestigious or high-ranked school guarantees a lucrative career after graduation. However, the priorities…

A Guide To Help Parents And Student Stay Organized To Achieve A Successful Transfer To A 4-Year University 1. Understanding Academic Preparedness • Assessment and Placement: Students should first take assessments at the community college to understand their academic level, especially in core subjects like math and English. Community colleges often use placement tests to determine…

1. The College Admission Process Has Evolved Significantly The landscape of college admissions has transformed dramatically in recent years. Colleges now assess applicants holistically, giving weight not just to academics but also to extracurricular involvement, leadership, and community impact. According to the Common Data Set (CDS), schools now evaluate “academic rigor,” “extracurricular activities,” and “character/personal qualities” in…

FAFSA still has not figured out the proper way to rollout the “New FAFSA” and will be launching the form with limited use starting in December. Follow the timeline we have outlined for you below so never miss an important deadline. We begin in October and goes all the way to May of 2025. Because…

But if you weren’t that busy, what could you do with that extra time? This is for the student who can’t fit it all into 24 hours and needs a formula to succeed on their path to college. 1. Prioritize and Plan: Set Priorities: Determine which tasks are most important and focus on them first.…

Employment Outlook Upon Graduation With a looming recession expected within the next 12 months, the stakes for college-bound students are higher than ever. Colleges are increasingly aware that their ability to help students secure jobs upon graduation significantly influences prospective students’ choices. As a result, many institutions have ramped up their career services, forging stronger…

It’s easy to say yes to the first college who is showing interest but the advice is to hold off on making the decision until you know which college is right for you. Arnav’s journey is powerful and helps bring clarity to how a top college will give large scholarships to the right applicant. Because…

You can go to CollegeBoard – use Naviance – take a look at Petersons – or use some of the free reports on U.S. News & World Report to get high level information about a college. When it comes to crunch time and you need to have the most reliable data to choose where you…