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The Rise of the New Ivies: What This Means for Ambitious Students

Jason Robinovitz 10/20/25 Jason Robinovitz 10/20/25

The Rise of the New Ivies: What This Means for Ambitious Students

The “new ivyies” are taking the business world by storm!

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Understanding the Florida Grandparent Waiver: A Game-Changer for Out-of-State Students

Judi Robinovitz 8/6/25 Judi Robinovitz 8/6/25

Understanding the Florida Grandparent Waiver: A Game-Changer for Out-of-State Students

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AI and College Application Essays: Understanding the Dos and Don'ts

Judi Robinovitz 8/4/25 Judi Robinovitz 8/4/25

AI and College Application Essays: Understanding the Dos and Don'ts

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Executive Function Tips for Tackling College Applications

Judi Robinovitz 8/4/25 Judi Robinovitz 8/4/25

Executive Function Tips for Tackling College Applications

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The Calculus Factor: High School Math Choices Matter for STEM and Business Majors!

Ann LaFemina 7/4/25 Ann LaFemina 7/4/25

The Calculus Factor: High School Math Choices Matter for STEM and Business Majors!

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Rejected by Harvard, Accepted by Reality: Why Top Students Still Get Denied

Jason Robinovitz 4/9/25 Jason Robinovitz 4/9/25

Rejected by Harvard, Accepted by Reality: Why Top Students Still Get Denied

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Does Your Potential School “Make the Grade” in Combatting Antisemitism?

Jason Robinovitz 3/20/25 Jason Robinovitz 3/20/25

Does Your Potential School “Make the Grade” in Combatting Antisemitism?

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Something New in College Admissions - The Video Introduction

Judi Robinovitz 2/17/25 Judi Robinovitz 2/17/25

Something New in College Admissions - The Video Introduction

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4 Ivy League College Admissions Trends to Watch in 2025

Jason Robinovitz 2/17/25 Jason Robinovitz 2/17/25

4 Ivy League College Admissions Trends to Watch in 2025

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Investing in Your Future: Pre-College Programs for High School Students Considering Finance & Business Majors

Susan Kehl 2/10/25 Susan Kehl 2/10/25

Investing in Your Future: Pre-College Programs for High School Students Considering Finance & Business Majors

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Five Classes Selective Colleges Want to See

Judi Robinovitz 2/4/25 Judi Robinovitz 2/4/25

Five Classes Selective Colleges Want to See

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Latest Common App Trends Show the Future of Selective College Admissions

Jason Robinovitz 1/18/25 Jason Robinovitz 1/18/25

Latest Common App Trends Show the Future of Selective College Admissions

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Think Summer 2025!

Jason Robinovitz 11/13/24 Jason Robinovitz 11/13/24

Think Summer 2025!

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You Clicked ‘Submit’ For Your Early College Applications. Now What?

Jason Robinovitz 11/11/24 Jason Robinovitz 11/11/24

You Clicked ‘Submit’ For Your Early College Applications. Now What?

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Common App: Make Your Activity Descriptions Impactful

Susan Kehl 9/27/24 Susan Kehl 9/27/24

Common App: Make Your Activity Descriptions Impactful

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The College Admissions Landscape: Insights from the Latest Freshman Survey

Jason Robinovitz 9/27/24 Jason Robinovitz 9/27/24

The College Admissions Landscape: Insights from the Latest Freshman Survey

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Early Decision and Early Action: Use Both! Here’s Why...

Jason Robinovitz 9/9/24 Jason Robinovitz 9/9/24

Early Decision and Early Action: Use Both! Here’s Why...

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College Fairs: Be Prepared

Jason Robinovitz 9/9/24 Jason Robinovitz 9/9/24

College Fairs: Be Prepared

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The Identity Essay: What it Is, Why & How to Write It

Jason Robinovitz 9/9/24 Jason Robinovitz 9/9/24

The Identity Essay: What it Is, Why & How to Write It

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Everything You Need to Know About Common App 2024

Judi Robinovitz 7/17/24 Judi Robinovitz 7/17/24

Everything You Need to Know About Common App 2024

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