Great College Advice

JANUARY 8, 2024

Why and How to Talk to a College Prep Advisor Online It’s no secret that the college admissions process is long and mind-bogglingly complicated. Most of the time, you’ll meet with your counselor regularly one-on-one via video conferencing (FaceTime, Zoom, and Google Meets are all popular options).

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 2, 2023

As the summer winds down, my team and I have been busy debriefing our students and their parents about whatever summertime college campus visits they have done in the past month or two. In our conversations, here are some of the things that families tell us that we wish the admissions offices around the country should hear.

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Great College Advice

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

As the college admissions process becomes ever more complicated and stressful–and expensive–more and more families are asking the question, “Do I need a college counselor?” While not every family needs personalized guidance through the college admissions maze, many do. And then they deny admission to apparently strong applicants.

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Great College Advice

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Many families struggle with finding the best time for college tours. Even though it may be tempting, the upcoming holiday breaks are not the best time to plan your campus visits. You may be able to meet with someone in the admissions office, but it will be difficult to get a feel for the college culture without students present.

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Great College Advice

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Deciding to study in the US is an exciting decision most students would want to make. We’ll be taking the help of crisp and sequential points to elucidate our findings better. Research and Shortlisting An ample amount of research is necessary before applying, especially while shortlisting colleges that suit your academic goals.

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Parchment

APRIL 20, 2023

Recent admission seasons have been lackluster for many higher education institutions. It’s no wonder that Admissions teams seek proven yet adaptable strategies to boost student enrollment, especially as the downward trend has impacted schools. Moreover, the nature of admissions work is time-consuming.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 9, 2023

Immigrant high school students without citizenship or permanent residency in the U.S. Known to many as Dreamers, DACA recipients, and undocumented students, it’s easy for them to slip through the cracks without getting the educational support or resources they deserve. No student loans. No Pell Grants. No Federal work study.

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 17, 2023

In other posts, we have cover the importance of searching for the right topic by making sure the essay focuses on YOU , and by digging deep so that your essay is personal. A few years ago, Stanford University published sample first lines of college essays of admitted students for the Class of 2012.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

While much has been stated on this blog about the importance and the insignificance of choosing a major prior to attending college, it is still somewhat easier to narrow down your college list if you have some idea of your academic and career interests. Looking for a way to take best advantage of your summer? Connect with us!

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Great College Advice

JULY 26, 2023

Students seem to fall into the same “traps” every time. Follow my advice, and it should lead you to an essay that will stand out to admissions offices. Getting Started: Do Your Homework “Why do you want to go to this college?” Maybe it’s where your friend attends, or where your boyfriend wants to go.

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Great College Advice

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Nearly every week a student or two will ask me if they should disclose learning differences on the college application. Generally speaking, students don’t want to give a college any reason to generate any preconceived notions about them. Other students, however, see good reason for to disclose learning differences.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Let’s face it: high school in America has become exhausting and unpleasant for many high school students. As a result, more and more students are asking themselves, “should I take a gap year?” Here at Great College Advice , we are huge fans of taking some time off between high school and college. Why should I take a gap year?

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Appily combines EAB’s suite of student services into a one-stop destination where visitors can discover colleges, take virtual tours, find scholarships, explore majors, and match with schools. The Appily site is free for students. For more information on Appily and its features, please visit appily.com.

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HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

AUGUST 7, 2023

The Digital University Ecosystem: Engaging and Supporting Students With Technology The modern student makes meaningful contact with a prospective college or university before they ever set foot on its campus. Students use websites to answer questions such as: Is this school right for them? Your institution has a lot to offer.

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Great College Advice

JULY 25, 2023

How will you write your college extracurricular activity essay? The Common Application used to ask you to “elaborate” on one of your extracurricular activities in 150 words. Either way, this short paragraph can be an essential component of your entire presentation as an applicant. Now this essay is not quite as common.

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Great College Advice

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

One of the most important elements of your college application is the recommendation of a teacher. College admissions offices take these letters very seriously, and it is critical that you do your best to secure the best letters of recommendation possible. The Helper: Are you the type of student that helps others in the class?

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Study and Go Abroad

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Study and Go Abroad / SchoolFinder Fairs are for students and parents who want to explore college, university, or post-graduate education in Canada or overseas, or consider volunteer or work-abroad programs. Not only that, but each fair will have a section for students interested in Canadian schools too. 4:30 PM : Location!

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Hope College Network

MARCH 13, 2024

My understanding of living away from home came from Gilmore Girls. Moving away from home can definitely be hard! Here’s three things I wish I knew about living away from home: 1) Freedom, Responsibility, and GRACE Maybe you’ve heard people say they love the freedom of living away from home.

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Study and Go Abroad

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Whether you’re attending an education fair like Study and Go Abroad , chatting with your counsellor, or doing some research yourself, these are the main questions you’ll want to ask. Living in another country is exciting, but it can be intimidating trying to find a place to live when you’re not even in that country yet.

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Parchment

JUNE 21, 2023

To address these challenges, many institutions are looking to course sharing as a way to drive institutional innovation and improve student success. Simply put, course sharing is a strategy where two or more institutions collaborate to make their courses available to each other’s students to count for credit at their home institution.

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Parchment

AUGUST 2, 2023

New strategies are emerging that will help to improve transfer credit processes, prevent credit loss, and keep students on track to completion. More institutions than ever before are developing a course sharing strategy to help improve student and institutional success. Three Reasons to Consider a Course Sharing Strategy 1.

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Parchment

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Many institutions rely on transfer students as a segment of their overall enrollment, especially when these students transfer vertically from a 2-year to a 4-year institution. Transferring from institution to institution is not an easy process, causing students to become frustrated by the complexity of it.

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EAB

MAY 23, 2023

Five strategic priorities for admissions teams in a time of exceptional change The remarkable convergence of crises our nation has faced since the start of the pandemic has amounted to a stress test for higher education, revealing strengths and vulnerabilities that previously went unnoticed, were underestimated or were perhaps misunderstood.

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Hope College Network

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

You are more worried about graduation itself, what your friends are doing after school, and your grades. Yet, there is a tug in the back of your mind. Have you decided on your major yet? What are your interests? Do you want your professors to notice you? Do you want your professors to notice you?

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Campus Sonar

MARCH 29, 2023

When developing a strategy to enroll Black students your first step is to yield. Historically, the Black student experience is riddled with disparities and broken trust, but you can activate change by reflecting and acknowledging your institution’s history with Black students and having the hard conversations.

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Creatrix Campus

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The Hostel Management system prevents the need for administrators to provide paper-based registration forms, billing, maintenance, or track the entry of students, visitors, or guests under their control. The management of monthly mess bill calculations, payroll for hostel staff, student certificates, etc.

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EAB

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Tips to lower your cost per lead. I’ve seen firsthand how fierce the competition for potential MBA students has become. With rapid growth in MBA programs and fewer students taking graduate admissions tests , this competition can easily drive up digital marketing bottom lines. Contact us to learn more.

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Buddy4Study

JUNE 14, 2021

Why study in Germany – Germany is home to some of the top-rated universities in the world according to the QS World University Rankings of 2020, which take into account factors like academic and employer reputations as well as research impact. This article seeks to highlight why Germany is a great destination for international students.

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AIFS Abroad

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Good news – AIFS is here to support you throughout your journey and help you turn your study abroad dreams into reality. From deciding on a program, to scheduling flights, to welcoming you to your new city and school, we’ve got you covered. . Take the time to consider what you want your study abroad experience to be like.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

As the number of traditional-aged students continues to decline, community college leaders must focus on enrollment and recruitment strategies within their control. When I worked in enrollment management, inquiries were one of the most difficult categories of students to capture and communicate with. Trends in from-home sources. %

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Great College Advice

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

How should study abroad factor into your college choices? When students or parents tell me, “studying abroad is really important to me,” I have to ask a few questions. Here are some preliminary considerations as you begin thinking about how to incorporate study abroad into your college plan and your college choice.

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Hope College Network

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Here you can find things like Greek Life, Student Congress, Student Activities Committee, TEDx, and more. You also have opportunities to get involved culturally on campus by going to events hosted by the Asian Student Union, Latino Student Organization, Black Student Union, Pan-African Student Association, and more.

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Buddy4Study

JUNE 18, 2021

IELTS scores are a necessary part of the admission requirements in popular study abroad destinations like the USA, UK, Australia etc. However, there are certain provisions which allow prospective students to secure admission in Canadian institutes of higher education without having to take the IELTS exam.

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Parchment

JANUARY 30, 2024

So if your brain is wired to solve puzzles, then you’re in the right field. So the absence of that is your first stumbling block. Then you do another four years, then you do in addition to that your residency. Are they officially recognized in their home country? for medical school, which is a professional program.

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EAB

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Blogs How do demographic shifts intersect with college search trends in your region? Insights from EAB’s Audience Dataset By Ryan Gardner-Cook, PhD Time lags in the major student recruitment data sources (e.g., It can feel like you’re perpetually adjusting your strategy based on information that’s already out of date.

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Parchment

AUGUST 15, 2023

The Impact of Rising Costs in Higher Education on Students and Institutions The impact of cost increases in higher education stretches beyond the higher costs colleges and universities incur. Institutions need to find new ways to help students stay on track and on budget.

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Hope College Network

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Going home for the summer and catching up with high school friends, I found that loving my college was not the norm. 2: Physical Atmosphere The physical atmosphere of Hope College, Holland, and Lake Michigan are all things I love about this place I call home. a few of the sweet friends I was blessed to find at Hope!

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