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  • Regular decision of colleges

    Regular Decision Notification Dates for the Class of 2029

    Regular Decision Notification Dates for the Class of 2029 With the Regular Decisions around the corner, one can imagine how busy Admissions offices across the U.S. would be. After having meticulously reviewed hundreds of thousands of college applications for the class of 2029, they are getting ready to notify students of their decisions this spring.  Most…

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  • Transitioning from school to college

    Seven Tips to Help You Prepare to Leave for College

    Freedom is at hand! You have accepted the place offered by your favourite college, the pandemic seems to be easing so colleges are expecting to welcome students back into university accommodation, exciting times. But, there is also that voice in your head asking how are you going to cope without Mum and Dad to put…

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  • Waitlisted by colleges

    Waitlist to admitted- Your strategies to win over colleges.

    If you have applied to colleges and universities in the United States, you should now know which have accepted you and which have not offered you a place. For some, there will be a third category where the college has put the student on a waitlist. If the college is your top choice college, then…

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  • Public or Private college

    Public versus Private Universities?

    The simple difference between Public and Private Universities is that Public universities are paid for by the state’s taxpayers and private universities run on endowments from alumni etc. This changes the way resources are allocated, and mainly the way students get admitted. For all public universities, the Common Data Set would say that the criteria…

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  • How much can you earn after an Ivy League education

    Ivy League Degrees and the Return on Investment

    Ivy League Degrees and the Real Return on Investment Students entering college do so with a vision toward making a successful career in the future. While the definition of success differs from one person to another, there is no denying that financial benefits in a career are a tangible outcome that everyone wants to get.…

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  • Tips for college applications

    10 Tips for a Successful U.S. College Application

    College Application Tips Applying to college in the United States can be a challenging and competitive process. To increase your chances of success, it’s important to understand the key factors that can make or break your application. In this article, we will provide you with 10 tips for a successful U.S. college application, covering everything…

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  • Best Creative Writing Majors and Career Opportunities | Ivy Central

    Best Creative Writing Majors and Related Careers

              Creative Writing Majors and Related Careers Colleges in the US usually offer English majors with a concentration in Creative Writing or sometimes just a minor (such as NYU). Others offer rigorous programs that include courses, reading lectures, and workshops in Creative Writing. Apart from the renowned visiting faculty who would…

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  • College Credits for students

    US Credit System: How does it work?

    US universities are most known for the flexibility in their curriculums. This is due to the fact that they offer a credit-based system to measure coursework required for a specific Undergraduate or Graduate program. This framework provides greater freedom in course selection to its students. For instance, you could do a double major or a…

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  • Bowdoin College, Maine

    Understanding Bowdoin College’s Acceptance Rate

    Acceptance rate of Bowdoin College A private liberal arts college, Bowdoin College is located in Brunswick, Maine. Ranked #25 by Forbes magazine, Bowdoin is well regarded for its rigorous academics, close-knit student community, and commitment to the Common Good. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin existed even before Maine became a state! It’s considered one of the…

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  • Waitlist admissions

    Understanding Waitlist Acceptance Rates of Colleges

    Waitlist Acceptance Rates in Colleges College admissions is not just a stressful time for students and families, and to top it all receiving a waitlist decision adds another layer of uncertainty. Students ought to remember that a waitlist offer isn’t a rejection—it’s a positive sign that the admissions committee sees potential and, due to limited…

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