Elite colleges have seen huge spikes in early-admission applicants this year, according to the Wall Street Journal. Columbia has reported 49% more early-round applicants while Harvard reported an increase of 57%. However, Harvard also admitted a smaller percentage of these early-decision applicants. Yale, Emory, Duke, University of Pennsylvania, University of Virginia, and University of Michigan …
‘Twas the night before deadlines, and all through the world, Our consultants sat cramming, coffee brewing, brows furrowed; Though the essays were written with effort and care, There were still a few things that were cause for despair! The clichés! Oh, forsake! Terrible, were they – That all our consultants could think was “oy vey!” …
[powerpress] It’s a busy time of year now. We here at Accepted are busy helping applicants with the end-of-the-year application crunch and normally I would be enjoying the company of extended family at this joyous time of year. Thanks to COVID, however, our extended family is not gathering in person. I suspect that your celebrations …
Our recent AMA session with an expert panel of MBA consultants was such an illuminating experience. The attendees asked some great questions and the information the panel provided will surely prove valuable to applicants as they move forward in the admissions process. If you weren’t able to join us, the session is now available for …
[powerpress] The Kellogg MBAi: Where business and technology intersect [Show summary] Kate Smith, Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Kellogg School of Management, breaks down the school’s brand-new MBAi joint degree and how it prepares students for careers at the intersection of business and technology. Interview with Kate Smith, Assistant Dean of Admissions …
[powerpress] Learn about The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, and how it can help YOU gain acceptance at a top business school. [Show summary] Danni Young, Director of Recruiting for the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, breaks down how the Consortium helps hundreds of students from target populations get accepted to top MBA …
Competition for spots in the top med school programs is consistently fierce. Even if you have amazing grades and test scores, there’s no guarantee you’ll coast your way into a spot at your target school. After all, there will be thousands of other applicants with grades and test scores just as impressive as yours. What …
No matter where you’re applying to b-school, you’re likely to be up against a lot of similarly talented applicants. The adcom will have to make hard decisions about how to fill their small number of open spots. How can you make an impression that ensures you’ll be at the top of their list? Our upcoming …
[powerpress] Med applicant Mary Thomas shares her path to medical school acceptance early in this year’s application cycle [Show summary] Mary Thomas will begin her medical school studies next summer after receiving an exceptionally early acceptance in October. She shares how she achieved that early acceptance, along with insights into her application process and the …
The MBA application process can be grueling, but if you can turn your hard work into an acceptance to your target program, it will all be worth it. Wouldn’t it be great to have a little insider information to boost your chances? On Wednesday, December 9th at 10am PT/1pm ET, we’re giving you that scoop …
[powerpress] Can business school support an entrepreneurial venture? [Show summary] James Chance, a 2019 London Business School MBA graduate, reveals how his experience at LBS impacted his path as an entrepreneur, along with how he’s transforming online privacy protection through his startup, yourself.online. Learn how entrepreneur James Chance launched his start-up while at London Business …
So, you’ve made a mistake. It happens. Law schools all require that applicants address any criminal record, including any arrests or incidents resulting in probation. Below are 5 tips for handling this delicate situation. Mea Culpa. If you’ve made a mistake, admit it up front. You should show remorse and explain why you will not …
In this 30-minute session, one of our admissions consultants will review your profile, assess your chances of acceptance at your target programs, and tell you exactly where you stand.
