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How to Get into Johns Hopkins
July 5, 2022
When I was an admissions officer at Johns Hopkins University, I reflected upon the many aspects of Hopkins that make it attractive to its applicants: the size, resources, campus setting, and outcomes that allow Hopkins graduates to be some of the most successful in the world. Traveling across the country as an admissions officer for the university,
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Should You Apply to Grad School: 25 Questions to Ask Yourself
July 5, 2022
Should you apply to grad school? The decision to apply to graduate school isn’t a light one. You might be in the middle of a job and career where you’re really thriving. Or, you’re confused and aren’t sure what to do.
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How to Get Into Columbia
June 28, 2022
Even though lots of people hope to attend Columbia University, it’s easier said than done. With an acceptance rate of only 5.1%, it’s consistently one of the top five most selective schools in the U.S. Students from all kinds of different backgrounds thrive there.
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How to Get Into Duke
June 28, 2022
You might have heard of the Blue Devils during March Madness, and you’ll probably come across them when researching your college list. Duke University is one of the most prestigious schools in the country, known for its state-of-the-art research facilities and strong involvement in athletics. If you’ve looked at the astounding college acceptance rates for the Class of 2023
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How to Get Into Princeton
June 28, 2022
You may have your eyes set on the number one ranked school in the country: Princeton University. But you’re obviously not the only one. With an acceptance rate of only 5.8%, Princeton denies tens of thousands of students every application cycle. So, the question is, how do you distinguish
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How to Get Into Yale
June 27, 2022
So, you’ve got your eyes set on attending Yale University, one of the most prestigious academic institutions anywhere in the world. It might have been your dream to be a Bulldog since you were young, or you might have grown fond of the New Haven school as you learned more about it in high school. Regardless of when you started wondering how to get into Yale,
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How to Get Into the University of Michigan
June 27, 2022
Frequently referred to as “the Harvard of the West,” The University of Michigan - Ann Arbor is known for being one of the most academically competitive schools in the Midwest, with an acceptance rate of 23% for the 2018-2019 cycle. Michigan is ranked as the #1 public research university and the #2 public school in the U.S., so it’s no wonder that over 65,000 students applied this year. When I was admitted into the University of Michigan, I was one of over 50,000 applicants, so I know how it feels to wonder
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How to Get Into Brown University
June 27, 2022
If you’re thinking about how to get into Brown University, first be sure that it’s the right school for you. Do you love learning about a wide variety of subjects? Do you like making connections between what you learned in English class and AP Biology, and thinking about how to apply that knowledge outside the classroom? Brown prides itself on being a liberal arts university with an open curriculum.
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Former Admissions Officers Discuss Personal Statement Red Flags
June 27, 2022
When writing the Common Application personal statement, high school students often aren’t sure exactly what is off-limits. Of course, a lot of things depend on the reader but overall, there are some personal statement red flags that every student should be avoiding. At InGenius Prep, we are lucky to have a team
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How to Get Into NYU
June 26, 2022
You might always have wanted to attend the Tisch School of Arts as an aspiring dancer. Or, you might have become interested in the Stern School of Business recently when your commitment to entrepreneurism developed. Regardless of how long it has been one of your top choices