Student Profile Student Name: Austin Current School: Private Day School Admitted to: Harvard-Westlake School Quick Overview Austin received admission from Harvard-Westlake School and several other prestigious day schools in Los Angeles this admissions cycle. However, the path to that result was arduous. Two years prior, he and his family applied independently without professional guidance but […]
Each year, thousands of high school students across the United States compete in STEM competitions that go beyond anything a standard curriculum offers. For students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, these academic competitions are often where intellectual development happens, not just where achievements get listed. While no competition guarantees admission to a highly
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Student Profile Student Name: Judy Current School: Emma Willard School Admitted to: New York University Quick Overview Judy is not the kind of student who had everything figured out early. She transferred to a U.S. boarding school in tenth grade, explored her interests, and decided on economics, one of her many passions, in eleventh grade.
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Visiting a school in person is an exciting stage in the boarding school admissions process. No brochure or website can replace the feeling you get when you walk through a campus, sit in on a class you find interesting, or speak with students that might potentially turn into your future schoolmates. That on-the-ground impression that
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Choosing the right high school is crucial in determining a student’s academic growth and success. Compatible matches help them discover new interests, build confidence, and prepare for college. A mismatch can significantly affect even the most talented student, leaving them stressed, disengaged, or neglected. With so many excellent schools to consider, it’s easy to focus
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Student Profile Student Name: Callie Current School: The Madeira School Admitted to: Wellesley College Quick Overview Callie is one of those students who sought our help early for more structured planning. We worked together as early as eighth grade, supporting her through her U.S. high school application, four years of boarding school, and ultimately, her
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As one of the top institutions, Harvard is widely regarded as the ultimate college admissions challenge. With an acceptance rate of roughly 4%, Harvard remains one of the most selective universities in the world. According to Harvard’s latest admissions data, the Class of 2029 received 47,893 applications and admitted only 2,003 students, resulting in an
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Summary When students receive a rejection letter from their dream schools, they may feel dejected and uncertain about moving forward. This article helps them acknowledge these emotions, understand the reasons for their rejection, and consider the succeeding steps as they prepare for their future college applications. When the Decision Isn’t What You Hoped For Picture
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As college admissions become more and more competitive, many families are starting to look beyond academics to help students develop a strong and holistic profile that will translate into successful applications. Athletics remain one of the most common extracurricular involvements in this case. While sports like basketball, soccer, swimming, and tennis remain popular, rowing has
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Just a few years ago, learning how to code was the fallback to career uncertainties. Students from fields like psychology, communications, economics, education, political science, and even the arts were exploring computer science, data science, and coding bootcamps in hopes of breaking into the tech industry. At the time, the logic was: tech jobs offered
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