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For high school seniors, Thanksgiving represents more than just the beginning of the holiday season. For them, college application season is reaching its peak, with Early Decision II applications now on the table, right alongside regular decision deadlines. Fall break is a chance for seniors to make big strides towards the finish line: they've got plenty of college essays and applications to polish, after all!   In this issue, our ILUMIN consultants share how students can best prepare themselves for potentially applying ED2 as ED1 results approach in December. We also share a list of great schools that offer ED2, along with their January deadlines! Don't miss the opportunity to have your student's application reviewed by Elton Lin, ILUMIN founder, CEO, and college consultant extraordinaire. Finally, we give some insight into what makes a good college essay great.   Does your student's college application have what it takes? READ our newsletter below! ⇩ #newsletter #ed2 #earlydecision #collegeessays #college #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #collegeconsulting

How can your student develop the experiences necessary to write college essays and build college applications that truly advocate for them? The college admissions journey starts long before your child opens their Common App account. Summer programs, SAT/ACT prep, extracurriculars—your child starts acquiring all of these experiences as soon as they start high school (if not earlier)!   In this issue, our ILUMIN consultants share their tips for how students can best present their extracurriculars in their college applications. Applying to the UCs? Learn how to start writing the UC PIQs with our quick-start guide! Also, learn more about why top schools are bringing back SAT and ACT test requirements. Finally, we share a curated list of summer programs with early application deadlines. Are your student's activities college app-ready? READ our newsletter below! ⇩ #newsletter #extracurriculars #universityofcalifornia #summerprograms #sat #act #college #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #collegeconsulting

We are delighted to share that our founder and CEO, Elton Lin, has had his op-ed, “The Return of Standardized Testing: Test-Optional No More?”, published by Education Insider Magazine! Our article sheds light on the tumultuous role of standardized testing in college admissions over recent years. Many top schools, including the majority of the Ivy League, have reinstated SAT and ACT score requirements for this admissions cycle and beyond. Are test-optional and test-blind policies, which were increasingly adopted by colleges with the onset of the pandemic, now disappearing to make room for the old test-required standard? We're honored to be able to share our college admissions expertise, and hope this article gives more students clarity as they navigate the daunting journey towards college and beyond! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gpNsh5RA #collegeadmissions #education #standardizedtesting #testoptional #highereducation #sat #act

How can your student optimize their application strategy and get into their best fit college? Building the perfect college list, curating an early application plan, maximizing your grades and test scores—with so many steps, it can feel overwhelming to figure everything out. Luckily, we at ILUMIN know exactly how to help your student find their footing on the best path for their college goals.   In this issue, don’t miss the details of our most recent and upcoming live Q&As with admissions officers from Carnegie Mellon, Northeastern, and Emory! Our ILUMIN consultants also discuss their strategies for helping their students find hidden gem schools that are a great fit for them and their goals. Learn the ins-and-outs of ED and EA, as well as how to optimize your early application strategy! Finally, we share our top resources for helping students achieve top scores in their SATs, ACTs, and APs. Want your student to nail their application to their best fit college? READ our newsletter below! ⇩ #newsletter #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #collegeconsulting #students #college #sat #act #tutoring #webinar #ed #ea

📝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gsqNJzd9 Want to learn more about Emory University? Curious about what the admissions process looks like from an admissions officer's point of view, and how this perspective can help your own student prepare for college applications? Then join us on Wednesday, October 8th at 6:00 PM Pacific for a live Q&A with Giles Eady, Senior Associate Dean of Admission at Emory University! Emory University is a private research university and global leader in health and medical care that is home to not only extensive graduate programs, but also a renowned liberal arts college system. Students and faculty are supported in their pioneering research by Emory's vast academic and financial resources, as well as their "unique culture of engaged discourse," promoted by Emory's dedication to mentorship and guidance of the student body. On top of that, Emory students are given great academic freedom; students with interdisciplinary interests can design their own curriculum with various fields of study. Live Q&A with Emory University Senior Associate Dean of Admission Wednesday, October 8th at 6:00 PM PDT Presentation and Q&A by: - Elton Lin, Founder and CEO of ILUMIN Education - Giles Eady, Senior Associate Dean of Admission at Emory University   We'll discuss: - What admission officers are looking for - The impact of AI on the admissions process - How students can best prepare and stand out for admissions #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #emoryuniversity #emory #college #students #webinar #ilumineducation

Use "10HOUR" or "5HOUR" at checkout: https://lnkd.in/gWenvWVE What gives a strong college essay its "wow" factor? Even after countless hours spent drafting, writing, and rewriting, students are often left wondering: "How do I know my college essay is good enough to submit?" A compelling narrative and a memorable voice can certainly go a long way, but what makes a narrative compelling, and what makes a voice memorable? When you're so close to what you've written, it's nearly impossible to tell what it needs. That's where our essay specialists come in with expertise and fresh eyes! They have decades of experience identifying the core story of a college essay and polishing it until it shines, providing the clarity and confidence your student needs to press that "submit" button. To support your family during this final push, we’re offering a limited-time deal on our most popular essay consulting packages. Use coupon code "10HOUR" and "5HOUR" at checkout and get $200 off our 10-hour package and $100 off our 5-hour package, respectively, through 9/30! #collegeadmissions #collegeessays #essaywriting #collegeapplications #highschoolparents #collegeprep #universityadmissions #admissionessays #writinghelp

The race of college admissions never quite stops! Right now, as summer winds down and back-to-school ramps up, all the hurdles in the college race seem that much closer, overwhelming even the most prepared families. From standardized testing to essays to the new school year, we at ILUMIN are here to guide your student's pace to ensure they reach the finish line.   In this issue, don’t miss the details of our most recent and upcoming live Q&As with admissions officers from Carnegie Mellon, Northeastern, and Emory! Our ILUMIN team also weighs in on some of the most common essay mistakes students make (and how to avoid them). If your student is chasing that high SAT score, check out our limited-time 40% discount on adaptive practice tests, designed to mirror the real digital SAT. Finally, we’re sharing essential back-to-school strategies for each high school grade to help your student get a head start this fall.   Want your student to pull ahead in the college admissions race? READ our newsletter below! ⇩ #newsletter #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #collegeconsulting #students #college #sat #backtoschool #cmu #northeastern #emory #webinar #collegeessays

📝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gC5Fnwku Curious about what the admissions process looks like from an admissions officer's point of view, and how this perspective can help your own student prepare for college applications? Want to learn more about Carnegie Mellon University? Then join us on Tuesday, August 26th at 4:00 PM Pacific for a live Q&A with Andrew McMillen, Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admission at Carnegie Mellon University! Carnegie Mellon University is an R1 private research university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that is known for its top-tier, pioneering research in technical STEM fields like computer science and engineering, but also for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to the arts. A highly selective school with a thriving campus community, CMU emphasizes hands-on and collaborative learning among its students and faculty, and thus offers its students a multidisciplinary education and many research opportunities. Live Q&A with Carnegie Mellon University Senior Assistant Director of Admissions Tuesday, August 26th at 4:00PM PDT Presentation and Q&A by: - Elton Lin, Founder and CEO of ILUMIN Education - Andrew McMillen, Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions at CMU We'll discuss: - What admission officers are looking for - The impact of AI on the admissions process - How students can best prepare and stand out for admissions #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #carnegiemellon #cmu #college #students #webinar #ilumineducation

Like any journey, the college admissions process is full of moving parts and winding turns that can easily throw an unprepared passenger (or student) off course! Making smart, informed choices early on can keep your student confidently on track toward their college goals—but how can students be sure they're making the right choices?   In this issue, get a quick photo recap from our recent UC Berkeley campus tour, UC student panel, and lunch—an exclusive event for ILUMIN students and families! Check out our breakdown of the digital SAT, as well as our new digital SAT practice bundle, designed to prepare your student for the real thing. Also, see what our ILUMIN consultants recommend for the many students who are still unsure about their college major, and learn what underrated college fit factors your student might be overlooking.   Ready to confidently reach every college prep mile marker? READ our newsletter below! ⇩ #newsletter #ucberkeley #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #collegeconsulting #students #college #sat #collegefit #collegemajor

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