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Receiving a college rejection may seem disappointing, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the road. Some universities allow students to formally appeal their admissions decisions, giving applicants a second chance to make their case. This guide explains what a college admissions appeal is, which schools allow it, and how you can build […]

An ED0 application is an admission exclusive to the University of Chicago. It is offered to students who have completed either a UChicago residential or an online UChicago Pre-Summer Session Program. As a binding commitment that applies to UChicago, it has a series of pros and cons, which depend on the student’s commitment, preferences, and

In the status quo, legacy preferences are prevalent, especially at highly selective institutions such as Harvard and Stanford. Recently, there have been several efforts to end this practice. This article discusses the nature of legacy admissions, its pros and cons, its impact on Asian Americans, and the consequences of ending the practice. Read along to

So you sent an early application to your dream school. You were refreshing your email, only to be informed that your application is being reconsidered for the regular admissions period. If that’s the case, it is likely that your application has been deferred.  If that’s you, take a deep breath. Being deferred doesn’t mean you

The Supreme Court’s ruling on the unconstitutionality of Affirmative Action has triggered a cascade of effects in the academe. College admission policies have started to shift, questions on campus diversity, and students’ college and university selections push students to once again be busy. With the sudden end of affirmative action in the US is the