Reasons for transferring colleges are varied, but each year, nearly 38% of college students choose to transfer institutions, according to data collected by the National Clearinghouse Research Center–that’s 4 out of 10 students. If you find yourself looking to transfer institutions, know that we are here to help. Solomon Admissions Consultants work with transfer students…
You were hoping for a “Yes,” but you got a “Maybe?”. You’ve been deferred in the college admissions process. While many students are disheartened after receiving a deferral result from their early schools, there are some actions you should– and must– take if you’d like the college to continue to consider your application. 1. Write…
With the opportunity to visit a college campus, deciding who to meet with and why is the first hurdle. Depending on one’s needs, who to meet with can range from the typically seen admissions representative, to an athletics coach, to a professor. Although visitors tend to frequent college campuses during the summer due to availability…
Whipped coffee. Baking bread. Daily walks with your family. Tik Tok. Supalonely by Benee. Virtual college visits. What do these all have in common? These all became wildly popular during the pandemic. What was once thought of to be a one-to-two-week break from work and school became the start of a devastating pandemic that would…
Each year, thousands of American high school students decide to attend university in the UK, studying at one of the many high-quality universities in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Studying abroad for the entire university experience can give American students (defined as US Citizens) a new perspective and new opportunities to learn and grow.…
We live in a day and age where just about everything is accessible via our fingertips, thanks to the global reach the internet provides. While this is incredibly helpful in the college search and can help a student start to think through an initial college list, nothing can truly compare to the experience of physically…
After spending a great deal of time and energy preparing applications, collecting materials, drafting essays, submitting applications, and finally getting your admissions decisions, many students find themselves wondering if anything could go wrong and if their admissions decisions could be rescinded, revoked, or changed after they’ve been admitted. The short answer is that yes, it…
In learning more about colleges and universities, visiting can be an important component in the decision-making process to apply and/or attend. Visitors, whether in-person or virtual, have the chance to determine for themselves if the institution is a good fit academically, socially, and personally. Asking the appropriate questions can narrow down options and provide a…
You’ve done your initial research and have decided a private school education is what you seek for your child; smaller class sizes, an academically rigorous environment, and a connected community. This Article Will Discuss The Following: Now, you will take a deep dive into searching for the private school that fits your child and their…
For many students, the goal of college admissions is to gain entrance into the Ivy League – a group of eight universities that are seen as the most prestigious in the United States. This article will cover the following: 1. What is the Ivy League? 2. What Types of Students Get Into Ivy League Schools?…