UC Admissions Trends – Fall 2024

As one of the most prestigious public universities in the United States, the University of California (UC) has a highly competitive admissions process. Admissions data for fall 2024 shows the University of California admitted the largest and most diverse class in its history across its nine undergraduate campuses, including bumps for residents, underrepresented groups, first-gen applicants,…

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The ACT Exam is Changing.

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Here’s what You Need to know. There are two fundamental changes being made to the ACT that the folks behind the exam hope will meet the needs of future students and educators, and do a better job of highlighting students’ strengths.  The science exam is now optional. Students will now have the option to take…

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Handling College Admissions Decisions

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The college admissions season can be a stressful time for college-bound students and their parents. At this point in the year, high school seniors have completed the stressful process of applying to college and are starting to receive admissions decisions. They’ve gone from  completing and submitting applications, to anxiously checking inboxes for results, and worrying…

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