Many colleges and universities ask applicants to choose their course of study, or major, in their applications. Not all students choose to apply by major. Applying “undecided” is perfectly reasonable if you are uncertain about what you want to study....
Writing a personal statement can be a difficult task for students. Used to writing analytical essays for their classes, students struggle with confronting a new genre, especially when the stakes are so high. The personal statement—or Common App essay—is a...
Ivy Experience works with students at every phase of their high school journey and college preparation process. We work closely with underclassman families on advising to maximize success throughout high school and position their students for the college admissions steps...
Writing a personal statement is ultimately personal. However, just like admissions officers, each of our essay coaches has their own sense of what essays most stick with them and leave a powerful impression year to year. We asked each of...
For many students, the month of April can be both exciting and scary. They have heard back from all of their schools, and, unless they have been admitted to a school under an Early Decision 1 or Early Decision 2...
We are going to be honest with you: there is no good time to write college essays. There are only the “least worst” times. Why? Because there will always be something else happening in your life! Something more interesting, time-consuming,...
So, your application has been waitlisted. Now what? A waitlist decision is never what you were hoping for and can be more confusing than a clear-cut deny decision. Below are some next steps to take and tips on how to...
Get to know our test prep team! We sat down to interview our Director, Jim Wismer! What were you looking for in a college when you applied? I had two criteria: a top Philosophy program and a location in a...
Get to know our essay coaches! We sat down to interview Teddy Allor, one of our College Admissions Specialists. What is one thing you wish more students knew before applying to college? Which college you hope to go to and...