The list of test-optional college and universities in the United States continues to grow.With the SAT and ACT becoming more obsolete, qualitative application elements, such as essays and recommendation letters, are becoming increasingly important. Why are schools...
There are many myths surrounding college admissions. If a college applicant believes these myths, it can cost him/her admission into competitive programs, money, and/or significant time. Here, we debunk five myths related to college admissions and college...
How do admissions officers read your application? The process varies slightly per school (see two links included below), but the general process is as follows: 1. School Profile and Transcript School Profile: Strength of school curriculum, percentage of students who...
Admission into elite schools in the United States is more competitive than ever. There are several factors driving this increase in competition: 1. Common Application – lower barrier to submitting multiple school applications. 2. Increase in International...
Whether you are applying to college, grad school, a specialty program, or a professional board position, your “extracurricular” involvement matters. In fact, many schools have started referring to extracurricular activities as “co-curricular”...
How can universities help student entrepreneurs gain access to capital? Should universities invest directly in startups? UC universities now have the ability to invest directly in companies that start on their campuses. This “direct-investment model” is...
