Category: College Choice
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Navigating the College Application Video: Tips for Success
College Application Video: Tips for Success In recent years, colleges have been getting increasingly creative with their essay prompts, pushing students to think outside the box and deliver thoughtful, innovative responses. An exciting trend gaining traction in the college admissions process is the option to submit a college application video. Universities and colleges — such as… Read more
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Understanding Northwestern University’s Acceptance Rate
Northwestern University’s Acceptance Rate Northwestern University, with significant contribution to research and innovation, is one of the finest institutions in Evanston, Illinois. Listed at #11 in Forbes America’s Top Colleges, 2025, NU, with its vibrant campus life and academic excellence, is a choice for applicants who desire to study in a top-tier university. Northwestern is… Read more
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Navigating College Discussions with Friends
One of the most challenging times for graduating high schoolers is juggling their college application and maintaining a balance in their conversation with their friends who could be potential competitors. Having spent considerable time with your classmates in the growing-up years, you are confronted with a situation—the crossroads of the application process. During college discussions,… Read more
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Misconceptions About Applying to all 8 Ivy League Colleges
Misconceptions About Applying to all 8 Ivy League Colleges Deciding which college to apply to in the U.S. is mired with confusion. The dream of studying at Ivy League colleges is so great that often students make unrealistic decisions without considering the implications. In Spring 2024, a piece of news doing the rounds was how… Read more
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Common Data Set- How to Use It for College Search
The Common Data Set- How to use it The Common Data Set results from a joint initiative among data providers in the higher education community. The publishers for the same are College Board, Peterson’s, and U.S. News & World Report. The purpose is to enhance the accuracy and quality of information disseminated to students who… Read more
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Application Trends for 2024-25-Stategies to Stay Ahead
Strategies to Stay Ahead in the Application Process As the 2024 college application is around the corner, Ivy Central has identified significant trends that are shaping the landscape of college admissions. Here is a list of things to look out for and what you can do to stay ahead. Trend #1: Emphasis on the Student’s… Read more
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Top Undergraduate Business Programs in the US
Business programs in the US at an undergraduate level are highly sought-after by international students. The US universities offer superior academic standards and world-class faculty, consistently ranking among the top institutions globally. A wide range of business programs, from undergraduate to master’s programs and even doctoral programs are available. Some unique courses such as Corporate… Read more
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U.S. College Classrooms: A Guide for Students
Entering a U.S. classroom can be a heady experience. You will be part of a distinctly diverse student body, where you will engage in an informal exchange of ideas, and your professors will encourage you to think critically. This unique experience, called college life, will provide you with the opportunity for growth and learning. For… Read more
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Analysis of Acceptance Rates-Part 2-The Liberal Arts Colleges
Application rates to liberal arts colleges (LAC) like Williams, Amherst, Swarthmore, Pomona and Wellesley have surged in recent years. Popularly known as The Little Ivies, these colleges are different from larger research or technical universities for the following reasons: An emphasis on broad-based education and interdisciplinary learning; a sole focus on undergraduate education and a… Read more
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Analysis of Acceptance Rates- 2020-2024- Part 1-The Ivy Leagues
Analysis of Acceptance Rate – The Ivy Leagues Considered the pinnacle of higher education in the United States, the eight Ivy League colleges attract high-achieving students from around the globe. To be successfully admitted into one of these colleges is a testimony to their academic prowess. The desire to get in is so great that… Read more