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IvyWise College Admissions Newsletter
February 2018
It’s that time of year again – college visit season! College
visits are an extremely important part of the college prep process, as it’s
often the final step that students take before finalizing their balanced
college lists. There’s a lot to take in when visiting a campus for the first
time, so make sure that you’re making the most of your trip with tips from our
team of expert college admissions counselors.
By Priyam, IvyWise Master Tutor
Most people associate test prep, especially for SAT Subject
Tests, with high school juniors and seniors, but did you know the best time to
start taking SAT Subject Tests is actually in 9th and 10th grade? READ MORE
Applying to medical school is a very different process than
the undergraduate admissions process that students have already experienced.
While MCAT scores, applications, interviews, and prerequisite courses are
important, it’s also critical for med school applicants to inject their
personality into their applications and find ways to stand out in the
increasingly competitive medical school admissions process. READ MORE
By Alisha, IvyWise Principal College Admissions Counselor
Fit and academics are top priority when building your
balanced college list, but it’s important for students to consider other
factors that matter to them, including activities, location, campus culture
and, yes, even the food! READ MORE
IvyWise College Admissions Blog
Check out some of the latest posts on the IvyWise blog!
2018-19 Common Application Essay Prompts
Test Prep FAQ: Can You Reschedule Your SAT or ACT?
How to Create a College Prep Plan
Taking SAT and ACT Practice Tests at Home: Setting Up a
Successful Environment
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The Common Application has announced the personal essay
prompts for the 2018-19 admissions season, leaving the prompts from 2017-18
unchanged. This is significant, as it allows current juniors to get started
even earlier on their college applications, especially with the availability of
account rollover!
LEARN MORE
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and supports students as they aspire, apply, and achieve their academic and
personal goals, with 91% of students gaining admission to one or more of their top three choice colleges in 2017.
