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Decision Time! You’ve applied and you have choices! How do you decide where to attend? Now more than ever, you need to think about fit. This little word is so significant; it is important to analyze what matters to you when you envision your ideal university experience. Here are our tips for finding your perfect home for the next four years. First – Ask Questions When you are holding an offer, you are in the driver’s seat. The universities that have offered you a place want y

Each element of your college application (your personal statement, your activities, your supplemental essays, your course selection, and...

Calling all freshmen, sophomores, and juniors…this article is for you! When applying to college, your grades and the rigor of your...

It’s never too early to ask for a recommendation letter! Right after spring break, juniors will need to start asking teachers to write these key letters for you. So now is the time to start thinking about who will advocate for you as strongly as they possibly can. It’s also important to know how you can make your recommendation letters stand out. Teacher recommendations are more valuable than ever, as they are the one aspect of the application that is untouched by students or

2023 marks the end of the paper SAT and a new era of technology with the launch of the digital SAT (DSAT). Our team has spent the last few months reviewing the information provided by the College Board and reliable partners who specialize in test preparation, and we have identified several key principles for students to follow in order to maximize their performance on the exam. Structure and Format The DSAT has two sections: Reading/Writing and Math. The Reading/Writing sect

We are thrilled to announce the new Ivy Options & Lumiere Education Mentored Project Program. University campuses around the world are filled with academics and students who conduct compelling research and complete groundbreaking projects. In diverse academic disciplines ranging from psychology to engineering and history to marketing, these leaders are making discoveries and devising effective strategies that change our world. At Ivy Options, we have seen that amazing insight

You’ve been accepted to your dream school and can’t wait to begin planning the big move. If you are going to a country like the US that...

Students who have worked on a significant research project outside of high school classes, performing artists, visual artists, and makers may often be invited to submit portfolios as a supplement to their applications. Even if you are not applying for a visual or performing arts degree but you have a special talent you want universities to see, consider putting a well-prepared portfolio together to showcase your interests and skills. It will present admissions officers with a