
8th Grade, 9th Grade? What's Happening?
In last week’s Professional Forum, I learned that many of my colleagues across the US are full to capacity with 8th and 9th graders. Each...
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Jan 28, 2024
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Deferred? You still have choices...and control
January 19, 2024 Dear ______, The Committee on Admission has completed a holistic review of your application to Villanova University...
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Jan 21, 2024
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“Who Gets in and Why?” Focus on Outcomes
When Jeff Selingo published this landmark book reflecting the pre-pandemic college landscape, admissions officers had fewer applications...
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Jan 14, 2024
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Where am I off to in 2024?
In 2023, I visited Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Florida Institute of Technology, Beacon College, Rollins College, the...
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Jan 7, 2024
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The big picture (so far) this year
More students are applying to college More students are applying to more colleges More low income and international applicants are...
lesscollegestress
Jan 2, 2024
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