Did You Know? Weekly facts and advice from the experts at Options for College

Did you know that the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology was initially funded by NYC philanthropist Jacob Schiff?

Options for College — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:14:48 +0000

The Technion, an Israeli-based public research university, is returning to its New York City roots by partnering with Cornell to create the Cornell NYC Tech Campus. Mayor Bloomberg is hopeful that this new campus will be the catalyst for New York City to replace Silicon Valley as the place to start new digital technology companies. “The new campus,” he said, “will spin off some 600 such companies in the next 30 years.”

The partnership was announced in late 2011 and the facilities are slated to open later this year. Click here for history on the initial stages of this project.

Did you know that you can search for specific schools that are still accepting applications for fall 2012 (incoming class of 2016)?

Options for College — Mon, 07 May 2012 16:53:11 +0000

You can search through the website of the National Association for
College Admission Counseling (NACAC ) to see what colleges still have space available in their incoming class, and are looking to fill those spaces. You can search by state/country, or simplyscroll through the list. Then click on “Contact Info” for more information fromthe college or university, as well as application instructions. The list has been updated after last week’s May 1 National Candidate Reply date.

Did you know that May 1 is the National Candidate Reply Date?

Options for College — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:51:36 +0000

This means that the large majority of colleges of universities in the nation expect you, the student, to submit an enrollment form and tuition deposit by May 1, indicating your intention to matriculate at their school in the fall. Even if you are waitlisted at your first choice college, you need to submit the enrollment form and tuition deposit to hold your spot at your second choice. Waitlist decisions can arrive through July, so do not wait on that decision to submit your deposit and hold your place at another school.

To read more about the National Candidate Reply Date, follow this link: http://bit.ly/may1deadline

OFC Founder and President Keith Berman just returned from presenting at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology as part of the Pathways to College series presented by Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth.

While in Hong Kong, Keith Berman brought his expert advice to the radio. The “Money for Nothing” program on RTHK’s Radio 3 hosted Keith and a fellow CTY presenter for a discussion entitled What does it take to get into an Ivy League university? Click here to listen to the podcast: http://bit.ly/IlP06U

Did you know that Cornell College (the one in Iowa) has a unique One-Course-At-A-Time or OCAAT scheduling system for students who prefer to concentrate on one subject at a time?

Options for College — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:23:09 +0000

Instead of juggling 4 or 5 subjects, Cornell enables students to take nine courses throughout the year that meet for three-and-a-half weeks each, usually twice a day. As one student stated, “[OCAAT] allows students to focus and also be more intense.” For more information on academics at Cornell College in Mount Vernon, IA, visit http://bit.ly/CornellCollegeblockplan.

Did you know that Boston College has a Presidential Scholars Program (PSP) that awards full, merit-based tuition?

Options for College — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 20:27:36 +0000

To apply to be a Presidential Scholar at Boston College, a leading Catholic university, you simply have to apply Early Action. There is no separate Presidential Scholar application. The program is invitation-only with an additional interview process. If selected, you receive full, merit-based tuition including stipends for summer programs and study abroadopportunities.

Visit the program website for more information and frequently asked questions.

Did you know that applying early helps your chances of admissions at nearly every college or university?

Options for College — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 19:46:26 +0000

Follow the link below to see how this works.

http://nyti.ms/earlystats2012

Here you will find a reference on how applying early can change your chances for admission. It is a very real thing and certainly something that you should be considering.

Did you know that admissions offices are on the lookout for signs of “senioritis”?

Options for College — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:11:56 +0000

Getting accepted by your top choice is “no excuse to slack off”. At the University of Pennsylvania, the admissions office sends warning letters to newly accepted students whose grades have dropped in their final semester of high school. In extreme cases, they may even take further action like recommending a gap year. Read this article to learn about the practice from the admissions office’s point of view.

Did you know that California College of the Arts is still accepting applications for the incoming class of 2016?

Options for College — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:28:17 +0000

Most college application deadlines have passed. Are you a senior art student looking for one more option? Although March 1 was the priority deadline for fall term, CCA is still accepting applications on a rolling basis. Check out their admissions page for the application requirements.

Did you know that Colleges that Change Lives is touring the country with representatives from over 40 colleges?

Options for College — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:39:27 +0000

The event makes its first United States stop in New York City, at the New York Penn Hotel on May 21 and 22. (You need only plan to attend one night’s session.) The evenings include a 30-minute panel presentation and an open college fair where guests will be able to speak directly with admissions representatives. For more information and upcoming locations go here: http://www.ctcl.org/events/programs

If a college you’re interested in will be represented at the event, call the admissions office. They might be able to tell you who will be representing the school so that you can introduce yourself.

Did you know that the Land-Grant College Act of 1862 helped establish higher-education institutions such as Cornell University, Michigan State University, and the University of Wisconsin?

Options for College — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:41:19 +0000

Introduced by Justin Smith Morrill of Vermont, the Land-Grant College Act allotted each state 30,000 acres to be used for the endowment of a college devoted to adding the agricultural and mechanic arts their curriculum, without excluding other scientific and classical studies. Knowing your school’s history can help highlight what the institution is known for today. It also inspires school pride! Read the rest of the story here.