College Lists

Events MIT: How to Get In and What to Know DATE AND TIME Wednesday, October 2 3pm ET Free Register ABOUT THIS EVENT Whether you are beginning the college search process or finalizing your list, this is a great opportunity to learn all about MIT from those who used to recruit and admit students to the university. There will be a live Q&A session following their presentation, allowing attendees to have their questions about college admissions and MIT answered directly by IvyWise experts. We will provide all registrants with a link to the recording of the webinar after the event.

Events Beyond the Classroom: Standing Out with Extracurricular Activities DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Are you participating in the right extracurricular activities? In this talk, IvyWise college admissions counselors demystify what admissions officers are looking for when evaluating activities and how they factor into your overall student profile. They share tips on how you can identify your interests and select extracurricular activities and summer activities to authentically explore passions and interests that align with your college and academic goals.

Events Lions and Tigers and…Crimson? (Oh My!) Discover Columbia, Princeton, and Harvard with Admissions Experts DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Whether you are getting ready to start the college search process or are already finalizing your balanced college list, this is a great opportunity to learn all about Columbia, Princeton, and Harvard from those with firsthand admissions experience at these Ivy League universities.

Events Georgetown: How to Get In and What to Know DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Whether you are beginning the college search process or finalizing your list, this is a great opportunity to learn all about Georgetown University from those who used to recruit and admit students to the university. There is a Q&A session following their presentation, where attendees have their questions about college admissions and Georgetown University answered directly by IvyWise experts. Judy » Formerly at Georgetown University Robin » Formerly at Georgetown University and Vanderbilt University

Events Where to Start? How to Build Your Balanced College List DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT With over 3,000 four-year colleges and universities in the U.S.

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Events A Look Inside Stanford with Admissions Experts DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S., it can be difficult to develop an understanding of what makes each university unique.

Events A Look Inside LGBTQ+ Friendly Schools with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise College Admissions Counselors Eric and Tasha for a deep dive into LGBTQ+ friendly colleges and universities. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events A Look Inside STEM Colleges with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselors Krista and Rod for a deep dive into STEM institutions. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events A Look Inside Public Universities with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise College Admissions Counselors Eric and Mike for a deep dive into public universities. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events A Look Inside Historically Women's Colleges with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise College Admissions Counselors Alecia and Robin for a deep dive into Historically Women's Colleges. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events A Look Inside Liberal Arts Colleges with a Former Admissions Director DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselor Eric for a deep dive into liberal arts colleges. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events A Look Inside Business Colleges with a Former Admissions Director DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselor Nat for a deep dive into colleges where students can study business. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events A Look Inside Political Science and Pre-Law Colleges with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselors Christine and Robin for a deep dive into colleges where you can study political science and pre-law. With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events A Look Inside HBCUs with Former Admissions Directors DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Join IvyWise college admissions counselors Danielle and Kayon for a deep dive into Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). With over 3,000 four-year institutions in the U.S.

Events How to Build Your College List and Find Hidden Gems DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT With over 3,000 four-year colleges and universities in the United States, it can be a daunting process for students to identify the 12-15 best-fit schools for their college list. In this talk, IvyWise college admissions counselors explain how students should consider their interests, goals, and preferences to begin the college search process. Attendees learn how to build a balanced college list of target, reach, and likely schools and go beyond the most well-known institutions to find hidden gems.

Events Making the Most of College Visits DATE AND TIME On Demand Free Watch Now ABOUT THIS EVENT Spring is traditionally a popular time for students to visit colleges. Whether you are a rising senior finalizing the schools on your college list or are just beginning the research process, it is important to consider your interests, goals, and preferences when evaluating schools. Join IvyWise college admissions counselors to learn how to make the most of virtual and/or in-person college visits to get an informed view of a college, stand out to admissions officers, and build a balanced college list of target, reach, and likely schools.

It can be a daunting process for students to identify the 12-15 best-fit schools for their college list. IvyWise college admissions counselors Nat and Tasha explain how students should consider their interests, goals, and preferences to begin the college search process. WATCH NOW One of the things I enjoy the most about being a college counselor is learning about the many unique colleges and universities that make up the nearly 3,000 bachelor's degree-granting institutions in the U.

Embarking on the college journey feels like stepping into a world full of unknowns. With tests, essays, and recommendation letters swirling around, one important factor often gets pushed to the side — visiting colleges in person. That's where fly-in programs come in.

It can be a daunting process for students to identify the 12-15 best-fit schools for their college list. IvyWise college admissions counselors Nat and Tasha explain how students should consider their interests, goals, and preferences to begin the college search process. WATCH NOW Nearly 3,000 degree-granting post-secondary institutions dot the American higher education landscape.

Students must weigh many considerations when compiling their list of best-fit colleges, including application fees. Many universities include a fee that prospective students must pay when submitting their applications unless the student qualifies for fee waivers. However, there are a number of colleges without an accompanying application fee.