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Nov 17, 2023

SAT/ACT Accommodations

We have always preached that knowing how to navigate the college preparation process is essential to saving families time, energy,...

SAT/ACT Testing

Oct 31, 2023

Why Diagnostic Testing Makes All the Difference: A Story

Let us you tell you a story… The following is a personal reflection by Ivy Experience co-founder Eric Karlan. Growing...

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Oct 11, 2023

What if My PSAT Was Canceled?

We have heard reports that some high schools have canceled their PSAT today (October 11th) due to a technological outage...

Essays and Applications

Aug 26, 2023

Building Rapport with an Admissions Officer

At the other end of your application is an admissions officer—another human being tasked with getting to know you in...

Essays and Applications

Aug 21, 2023

Who are Admissions Officers?

Who are admissions officers? Gatekeeper? Resources? Representatives? At the core of it, admissions officers are people—human beings who have preferences...

Essays and Applications

Aug 7, 2023

How Colleges Evaluate Activities

How you spend your time outside of class is very important to colleges. Spending time doing what you love is...

The High School Experience

Jul 31, 2023

College Admissions is Not a Race

The college admissions process can seem like a race to the top. High school students seem to be thrown into...

Essays and Applications

Jul 20, 2023

Statistics that May Surprise You

Applying to college can be full of surprises, including some statistics about the process. Below we share some of the...

Essays and Applications

Jul 11, 2023

Introduction to the University of California system

With ten campuses and a study body of nearly 300,000, the University of California (UC) system is an attractive option...

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