--- title: "Posts About College Admissions — page 3 | Elite Prep" description: "129 Elite Prep articles about College Admissions, published 2013–2026 — admissions guidance, test strategy and study advice." url: "https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/page/3/" image: "https://media.eliteprep.com/blog-library-gradient-webp-card.jpg" language: "en" source: "eliteprep build" --- ![Four students talking over their notes in a library](https://eliteprep.com/media/blog-library-gradient-webp-w1600.webp) # Posts About College Admissions 129 posts in College Admissions. - ![Two students reviewing papers and a tablet together in front of a whiteboard covered in diagrams](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-engineering5-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) ### [Applying to Impacted Majors in College Applications: Strategies for Success](https://eliteprep.com/blog/navigating-impacted-majors-in-college-strategies-for-success/) Engineering, computer science, nursing and business are impacted majors at many colleges. Learn what that means and how to apply to them successfully. October 8, 2024 - ![Infographic "A Quick Guide to UCSD's 8 Colleges" comparing Revelle, Muir, Warren, Roosevelt, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Marshall colleges' majors, GE requirements and unique features.](https://media.eliteprep.com/ucsd%2B8%2Bcollege%2Binfographic%2B01%2B%28Elite%2Blogo%29%2B%28rev%29-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [A Guide to the 8-College System at UC San Diego](https://eliteprep.com/blog/a-guide-to-the-8-college-system-at-uc-san-diego/) UC San Diego (UCSD) has a unique system where the undergraduate experience is divided into eight residential colleges, each with its own distinct philosophy… October 3, 2024 - ![A person holding a document marked with a graduation cap icon while using a calculator beside stacks of coins](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-936987292-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) ### [How Colleges Recalculate Applicants’ GPAs for College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/how-colleges-recalculate-applicants-gpas-for-college-admissions/) With the seemingly infinite ways high schools calculate GPAs, many colleges recalculate the GPA in the application review process to provide a standardized… October 2, 2024 - ![A student wearing headphones sits on an outdoor bench with a notebook and pencil, looking up thoughtfully.](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-College-List-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) ### [Building a Well-Rounded College List: A Guide for High School Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/building-a-well-rounded-college-list-a-guide-for-high-school-students/) Finding the right fit when it comes to colleges requires careful consideration and research. September 18, 2024 - ![The Geisel Library's concrete and glass tiered structure rising above trees and grasses under a blue sky](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-UCSD-A-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) ### [Mastering the University of California Personal Insight Questions: Effective Strategies for Success](https://eliteprep.com/blog/mastering-the-university-of-california-personal-insight-questions-effective-strategies-for-success/) Each University of California Personal Insight Question, with strategies for writing standout answers that UC admissions officers remember. September 6, 2024 - ![Red brick Gothic-style university building with arched entrance and stone steps under a blue sky, framed by trees](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-1171907598%2B%281%29-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) ### [Understanding Early Decision, Early Action, and Restrictive Early Action in US College Admissions: Pros and Cons](https://eliteprep.com/blog/understanding-early-decision-early-action-and-restrictive-early-action-in-us-college-admissions/) Early decision (ED), early action (EA), and restrictive early action (REA) programs allow students to apply to college early and potentially increase… September 6, 2024 - ![A smiling student in a wheelchair writes in a notebook while a woman beside her looks on in a library.](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-1222792192-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) ### [Completing the AP Capstone Diploma Helps High School Students Stand Out On Their College Applications](https://eliteprep.com/blog/completing-the-ap-capstone-diploma-helps-high-school-students-stand-out-on-their-college-applications/) The AP Capstone Diploma is an innovative diploma program offered by the College Board, the same organization that administers Advanced Placement (AP) courses… August 27, 2024 - ![Smiling student with a yellow backpack holding notebooks and pointing to the side against a yellow background](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-unique-student-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) [Resources](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/resources/) ### [Embrace your uniqueness–it's what makes you stand out](https://eliteprep.com/blog/embrace-your-uniquenessits-what-makes-you-stand-out/) Discover how to stand out on college applications by showcasing your unique qualities, leadership, and passions. August 13, 2024 - ![A smiling student with a backpack reaches up to pull a book from a library shelf.](https://media.eliteprep.com/9th-Grade-Summer-Reading-List-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) [Resources](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/resources/) ### [Summer Reading List for 9th Graders](https://eliteprep.com/blog/rising-9th-grader-summer-reading-list/) These books cover a range of genres and themes, providing a balanced mix of fiction and nonfiction to engage and inspire rising ninth graders. May 29, 2024 - ![A smiling student sits at a classroom desk with an open textbook while classmates work behind her.](https://media.eliteprep.com/High-School-Freshman-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) [Resources](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/resources/) ### [What Rising 9th Graders Should Do During the Summer to Prepare for High School](https://eliteprep.com/blog/rising-9th-graders-summer-prep/) Preparing for the first year of high school can feel overwhelming, but starting in the summer can help ease the transition. May 29, 2024 - ![Two students with backpacks looking at a tablet together outdoors, one holding books](https://media.eliteprep.com/iStock-922831102-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) [Resources](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/resources/) ### [Navigating the College Application Process: A Guide for High School Juniors Starting in April](https://eliteprep.com/blog/navigating-the-college-application-process-juniors/) As high school juniors approach the final stretch of their secondary education, the prospect of college looms on the horizon. April 19, 2024 - ![Students walking a path across a sunny green lawn toward a Gothic red-brick university building with green-domed towers.](https://media.eliteprep.com/Yale-1-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) [Resources](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/resources/) ### [Trends in College Admissions in 2024](https://eliteprep.com/blog/trends-in-college-admissions-in-2024/) The process of admission to colleges and universities in the United States is constantly changing. March 27, 2024 - ![Circular logos for Yale, Brown, Dartmouth, MIT, University of Georgia, Georgetown, Purdue, and Georgia Tech over a tablet](https://media.eliteprep.com/Dartmouth%2BBrownetc%2BSAT%2BRequired%2BLogos-webp-w400.webp) [Students](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/students/) [Resources](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/resources/) ### [The End of Test-Optional Policies in College Admission?](https://eliteprep.com/blog/2024/14/the-end-of-test-optional-policies-in-college-admission/) What do Yale, Brown, Dartmouth, MIT, the University of Georgia, Georgetown, Purdue, and Georgia Tech have in common? March 9, 2024 - ![School lockers in muted colors with text: "I'm a freshman. What should I be doing to prepare for college?"](https://media.eliteprep.com/IM%2BA%2BFRESHMAN-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [I'm a Freshman. What should I be doing to prepare for college?](https://eliteprep.com/blog/freshman-7-tips-to-prepare-for-college/) There are some practical steps you can take at this stage to ensure your success in both the college applications process and in your eventual transition… October 9, 2020 Stacy G. - ![Row of red apples behind text: "6 Great Ways to Stand Out as a Student (and Get Strong Recommendation Letters)"](https://media.eliteprep.com/6%2BGREAT%2BWAYS%2BTO%2BSTAND%2BOUT-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [6 Great Ways to Stand Out as a Student (So Teachers Will Give You Strong Recommendation Letters)](https://eliteprep.com/blog/ways-to-stand-out-for-recommendation-letters/) If you’ve had great relationships with your teachers they will be more likely to write you excellent letters of recommendation… October 7, 2020 Stacy G. - ![Applying Early to College: Your Questions Answered](https://media.eliteprep.com/Elite%2BBlog%2BImage%2BApplying%2BEarly-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [Applying Early to College: Your Questions Answered](https://eliteprep.com/blog/applying-early-to-college/) But what does applying early mean exactly? We’ve answered a few of the most fundamental questions concerning early applications to help you suss out… September 23, 2020 Stacy G. - ![7 Things Sophomores Can Do to Prepare for College](https://media.eliteprep.com/Elite%2BBlog%2BIMAGE%2BSOPHOMORES-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [7 Things Sophomores Can Do to Prepare for College](https://eliteprep.com/blog/sophomores-college-applictions/) Tenth grade may seem a little early to think about college, but doing so can give you a real advantage when it comes time to fill out those college… September 12, 2020 Kiley A. - ![What You Need to Know About UC's Decision to Eliminate the SAT/ACT Requirement](https://media.eliteprep.com/Elite%2BBlog%2BImage%2BUC%2BSAT-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [What You Need to Know About UC's Decision to Eliminate the SAT/ACT Requirement (Updated September 3, 2020)](https://eliteprep.com/blog/uc-admission-test-announcement/) While "UC drops the SAT and ACT" is the headline, the details are slightly more complex and worth delving into. September 3, 2020 - ![Title banner over a desk with coffee mugs, a plant and notebook: "6 Great Questions to Ask a College Counselor"](https://media.eliteprep.com/6%2BGREAT%2BQUESTIONS-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [6 Great Questions to Ask a College Counselor](https://eliteprep.com/blog/questions-to-ask-a-college-counselor/) Counselors can be a tremendous resource of information and support beyond just enrolling you in classes, so if you don’t already… June 3, 2020 - ![Title graphic over a soap bubble: "Why It's Never Too Early to Start Thinking About Your College Application Essays"](https://media.eliteprep.com/WHY%2BITS%2BNEVER%2BTOO%2BEARLY-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [Why It's Never Too Early to Start Thinking About Your College Application Essays](https://eliteprep.com/blog/never-too-early-college-essays/) Everyone has a compelling story to tell. When I say it’s never too early to begin thinking about your college application essays… May 4, 2020 Stephen P. - ![Is a “B” in an Honors/AP Course Better Than an “A” in a Regular Course?](https://media.eliteprep.com/Elite%2BBlog%2BImage%2BAP-regular-webp-w400.webp) [AP Classes](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/ap-classes/) ### [Is a "B" in an Honors/AP Course Better Than an "A" in a Regular Course?](https://eliteprep.com/blog/ap-vs-regular-courses/) Be honest with yourself: how many of these rigorous courses can you handle while still maintaining a high GPA? January 22, 2020 Stephen P. - ![Colleges Are Looking At Your Instagram](https://media.eliteprep.com/Elite%2BBlog%2BImage%2BInstagram-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [Colleges Are Looking At Your Instagram](https://eliteprep.com/blog/socia-media-college-admissions/) When was the last time you looked at your own online presence? Not just the latest Instagram “story” you posted… January 14, 2020 Kiley A. - ![12 Tips For Getting Into Your Dream College](https://media.eliteprep.com/Elite%2BBlog%2BImage%2BDream%2BSchool-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [12 Tips for Getting into Your Dream College](https://eliteprep.com/blog/12-tips-for-getting-into-your-dream-college/) Many of us grow up with our sights set on attending a particular “dream” school. To help you, here are 12 tips for how to get into your dream college. December 21, 2019 Stacy G. - ![7 Great Ways to Develop Your Leadership Skills](https://media.eliteprep.com/Elite%2BBlog%2BImage%2BLeadership-webp-w400.webp) [College Admissions](https://eliteprep.com/blog/category/college-admissions/) ### [7 Great Ways to Develop Your Leadership Skills](https://eliteprep.com/blog/7-ways-to-develop-leadership-skills/) Leadership can teach you all sorts of helpful skills and result in a significant impact, sometimes on just one other person and others, on the entire world. November 26, 2019 Kiley A. [Browse every post by year →](https://eliteprep.com/blog/archive/) [Subscribe to the RSS feed](https://eliteprep.com/blog/rss.xml) ## Tools and Courses for This Topic - [College roadmap by grade](https://eliteprep.com/college-roadmap/) - [GPA calculator](https://eliteprep.com/gpa-calculator/) - [Elite College Consulting](https://eliteprep.com/consulting/) ## Ready to Discuss Your Options? Each Elite Prep center sets its own class schedule and hours. 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