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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…
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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…
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How to Choose a College Major that is Right for You
Choosing the right college major can impact career paths, personal fulfillment, and education experiences. This post provides actionable steps for selecting a major that aligns with a student’s strengths, passions, and future goals. Assess Your Interests Every academic discipline provides a lens through which to view the world. They all seek to answer different questions…
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Extracurricular Activities-How to quantify your work
The college admission landscape has become exceedingly competitive. It is becoming critical for students to stand out in their college application and differentiate themselves from the next candidate. Extracurricular activities thus are important indicators of students’ demonstratable interests, skills, and dedication. But is just doing a gamut of activities enough to impress the admissions officers?…
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How to Get Letters of Recommendation that Wow
Strong letters of recommendation are crucial for college applications. Letters of recommendation humanize an applicant. They give admissions officers an understanding of the student they are reviewing behind solely qualitative measures like GPA and SAT scores. Nearly all top- and second-tier colleges require students to submit three recommendation letters from individuals well-acquainted with the student…
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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…
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Navigating College Curricula: Open vs. Core Options Explained
You may have heard the words “open curriculum” or “core curriculum” and haven’t a clue what your counselors or the speakers at information sessions are going on about. It’s important to clarify these concepts for you, a potential applicant because they encourage you to think about a) the different approaches to education and b) your…
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How AI is Transforming College Admissions: Emerging Trend
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing various industries. Slowly it has now entered the realm of college admissions. Just as Human resource departments in companies use the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Schools are beginning to use AI as an assistant tool in the initial phases of college application grading. The adoption of technology will help the process…
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From Procrastination to Productivity: Overcome the Deadline Dread
From Procrastination to Productivity You may have heard the famous saying, “Procrastination is the thief of time.” Are you a student who has gained the reputation of a ‘procrastinator?’ Handing over assignments at the last minute and not sleeping before the impending deadline, yet getting them done at any cost? You are not alone. The…
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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…