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According to The Stanford Daily, Stanford’s admit rate dropped to a record low of 3.95%. Last year’s admit rate was 5.19%. The school received 55,471 applications, the most they have ever received, and 2,190 of those students received offers of

On October 18th, a federal judge ruled in favor of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in an affirmative action case. The Students for Fair Admissions, or SFFA, had sued UNC in a string of lawsuits against universities

Both high schools and colleges are home to a lively community of extracurricular activities, catering to a host of niches and interests. Dartmouth has over 160 student organizations and Harvard has 450!

University Rankings: Which One Should You Choose? While most people refer to US News and World Report when searching for college ranking lists, you might have seen some drastically different college rankings across the internet and wondered: why are they

As you start to research and write college supplemental essays, you’ll notice most prompts are pretty similar. Why do you want to attend this school? What are your academic goals and how will you pursue them? Describe a moment of

UPenn has welcomed a new dean of admissions, who is committed to expanding “existing initiatives” for the Ivy League school’s admissions process. Whitney Soule’s goal is to create additional opportunities for students to strengthen their applications in light of recent

The largest incoming class since World War II, the class of 2025 houses a population of 1,789 students. This represents 240 students more than the norm, which has led to increased demand for classes and housing.

Whether you’re a second semester junior or a sophomore who wants to get a head start on the college application process, it’s a great time to start thinking about where you’ll spend the four years of life that follow high

If you’re a high school student with the drive to make a difference in the world, volunteering is a tremendous way to apply your passions and serve others. Beyond that, it’s an essential component of any resume or college application

Myths and misconceptions surround the college admissions process. How “well-rounded” do I need to be? Do I have a chance at top schools if I don’t have a 4.0 GPA and perfect standardized test scores? What’s the secret formula to