Private school tuition in the Bay Area keeps climbing. What edge does it really buy?
University Admissions · Official Announcement In this News What this means for applicants The cost to send a child to a private high school in the Bay Area can exceed $74,000 annually, yet the perceived advantage in college admissions remains a key factor for many parents. According to a recent San Francisco Chronicle survey, private […]
Columbia University — Deadline Flexibility for Students Affected by Extenuating Circumstances
In this NewsWhat this means for applicantsColumbia University has announced flexible deadlines for students in early and regular decision processes who are dealing with unforeseen issues. Early Decision applicants can request an extension starting October 27, while Regular Decision applicants…
Army veteran attends Harvard after 20 years of service
In this NewsWhat this means for applicantsArmy veteran Cory Garbe ’30, who served for 24 years in the Army, has been accepted to Harvard at the age of 47. Garbe initially enrolled for a semester but found it too expensive…
Columbia University — Deadline Approaching for Early Decision Applications
In this NewsWhat this means for applicantsColumbia University’s Early Decision application deadline is approaching on November 1, 2026. The university acknowledges that some applicants might face delays in receiving counselor and teacher recommendations or transcripts. To track the status of…
AI Literacy and the New Admissions Disadvantage (opinion)
Admission offices should be transparent about their AI-detection policies and procedures, according to Finn Anderson, director of writing at Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America. Students, particularly those from first-generation, low-income backgrounds, are increasingly worried about demonstrating “AI literacy” in…
News and Announcements : MD Admissions: Feinberg School of Medicine
Feinberg School of Medicine recently celebrated several milestones and events, showcasing the school’s dedication to research, education, and community service. On September 10, the 20th annual Lewis Landsberg Research Day took place, where Feinberg students, staff, trainees, and faculty shared…