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What To Do If Your Admitted Student Day or College Campus Tour Is Canceled
In an abundance of caution and in an effort to practice social distancing, many colleges and universities across the country are moving online and canceling events and tours.
Common Myths About Going to Law School Debunked
Here at S. Montgomery Admissions Consulting, I believe in increasing access to law school for students across race, gender, and socioeconomic status. I have compiled a list of the most common perceived roadblocks students have when thinking about the law school process, and have debunked these negative myths below.
What Colleges Are Looking For in High School Students
The IECA recently released their 2020 rankings of what colleges are looking for when evaluating high school students. These rankings are based on a nationwide survey of Independent Educational Consultants.
FUTURE Act establishes permanent funding to HBCUs, simplifies FAFSA
The Senate voted unanimously to pass the FUTURE Act (Fostering Undergraduate Talent by Unlocking Resources for Education) on Thursday, securing $225 million annually in funding for HBCUs and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs).
LSAC set to change the logic games portion of the LSAT
After winning a lawsuit against the LSAC, Angelo Binno has helped change the LSAT. Binno, a prospective law student, and legally blind, filed suit in May 2017 arguing that the LSAT discriminates against the blind and visually impaired under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
National Association of College Admission Counseling Changes Likely to Further Unlevel Playing Field
Sparked by a Department of Justice ruling to increase competition for new and current undergraduates, the National Association of College Admission Counseling this Fall voted to amend its policies to line up with the DOJ’s ruling.
Tips for National College Decision Day: Keep Mental Health Resources and Minority Support Services in Mind
As May 1 approaches it is important that parents and students make sure they choose a school that will keep their student happy, health, academically challenged, and emotionally supported, every step of the way.
Is an Ivy League education worth it? Research states that for minority and first-generation students, it can be life-changing.
The most selective schools really do make an extraordinary difference in life earnings for ‘black and Hispanic students’ and ‘students who had parents with an average of less than 16 years of schooling.’” Despite the fact that it is easier to get into elite schools if you are wealthy or a legacy student, minority and first-generation students are likely to benefit the most from going to an elite undergraduate institution.
Howard University jumps into the U.S. News Top 100 Rankings
The 2019 US News and World Report National University Rankings had some significant changes this year. According to U.S. News, the 2019 methodology places more emphasis on student outcomes and less emphasis on school selectivity
Princeton and Stanford drop requirements for essay testing - The Washington Post
Princeton and Stanford no longer require students to submit the ACT or SAT with writing. Students may send the SAT or ACT without writing, and it will not hurt their applications.
Justice Department backs suit challenging Harvard's use of race in admissions
Inside Higher Ed comments on the ongoing lawsuit by the Students for Fair Admissions.
NYT 2017 College Access Index
The New York Times publishes a College Access Index which ranks schools based on their commitment to economic diversity. The schools on the list all have a 5-year graduation rate of at least 75%.