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The Ivy League Academic Index Explained

The Ivy League Academic Index Explained

By Solomon Team / 11/23/2020

There is a great deal of confusion about the “Academic Index” used in the Ivy League and what it means and how it’s applied. We asked our admissions officers to shed some light on this important matter in Ivy League admissions. Here are some facts: Ivy League Use Exclusively for Athletes Within the Ivy League,…

Sophomore Parents: Getting Your Teen College-Ready

Sophomore Parents: Getting Your Teen College-Ready

By Solomon Team / 09/17/2018

If you’re a parent of a high school sophomore, you may be thinking you have plenty of time before the college process gets into full gear. However, sophomore year is not too early to start thinking about college. There are several ways you can put your sophomore on the path to success and get them…

Juniors –– Plan Now, Relax Later

Juniors –– Plan Now, Relax Later

By Solomon Team / 08/22/2018

For most high school students, junior year is a crucial juncture. It’s during the eleventh grade that most students will experience their most challenging schedule and coursework to date. What’s more, kicking off the second half of high school means beginning the march into the college admissions process. Or at least that’s how it should…

Choosing the Best College for Premeds (Webinar) | Medical-school-banner-4

Choosing the Best College for Premeds (Webinar)

By Solomon Team / 03/29/2016

Being admitted into medical school is harder than ever, with average acceptance rates at allopathic medical schools hovering between 3% to 4%. Because of the fierce competition to earn a seat in medical school, it is important to select the undergraduate college one attends carefully in order to maximize one’s medical school admission chances. Watch…