The US News college rankings influence applications, sparking debate over their value. Prospective students should consider multiple factors and consult experts for informed decisions.… Read More How Much Does College Rank Matter?
The SSAT is crucial for private school admissions in 2025. Test dates are in Oct, Nov, and Dec 2024. Prep options available at http://www.aristotlecircle.com.… Read More 2024-2025 SSAT Dates and Deadlines
The rise of screens impacts children’s concentration and reading habits. High-interest magazines are suggested to engage kids and help with college planning. Recommendations based on age groups are provided. High school students are encouraged to stay informed with periodicals for college admissions.… Read More Promote Reading with High-Interest Magazines | Boost Learning
The Ivy League universities, surrounded by mystique, inspire images of prestige and exclusivity. However, their influence and excellence go beyond athletics, boasting top-tier academics and research facilities. Other groupings, such as Ivy+ and Public Ivies, offer similar quality in academics. Remember, every university, including those in the Ivy League, has its own strengths and weaknesses.… Read More Demystifying Ivy League and Affiliated Institutions: Unveiling Myths and Realities
University leadership at Ivy League and elite institutions is in turmoil, with presidents facing challenges and resignations. The impact on students and academics remains uncertain, but traditions and policies may see some changes.… Read More The Leadership Shuffle in the Ivy League
All of a sudden, the world of academics found itself grappling with a question it wasn’t prepared to handle – what is generative AI’s place in the world of education? … Read More Should I Use AI to Write College Application Essays?
Some universities have seen a marked increase in international applications, and these applications are coming from previously untapped regions of the world.… Read More The Top 10 Universities for International Students
In response to the delays, many public universities have decided to postpone their enrollment date. This is the date by which students must reply to their offers of admission. Aristotle Circle is keeping a close eye on top colleges and universities. … Read More Deposit Dates Delayed: Higher Ed Responds to the FAFSA Mess
Some influencers claim that REA and ED plans don’t offer an advantage because so many spots are reserved for recruited athletes. Others claim that the “early” acceptance rate is much greater than the Regular Decision rate due to a smaller applicant pool, and therefore offers a clear leg up on the greater student population. … Read More ED/REA Acceptance Rates of Top US Universities
In the firestorm after the United States Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action in college admissions, highly selective universities have been reconsidering many aspects of the application process – notably, legacy admissions.… Read More The End of Legacy Admissions?
The Circle 