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2024 Graduate School Enrollment Trends

Graduate school admissions are evolving rapidly, and understanding the trends can help prospective students position themselves for success. Data from the IPEDS, National Student Clearinghouse, Open Doors, and Council of Graduate Schools, reported by Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL), identifies key trends universities and applicants must watch in 2024. These trends shape how universities recruit and […]

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How are Ivy League Schools Using AI in Their Classrooms?

With generative AI continuing to transform the educational landscape at a rapid pace, colleges and universities are continually striving to keep up with the latest developments. Over the last few years, educational institutions have integrated AI into their admissions processes, administration, and perhaps most influentially, the hallowed halls of their classroom buildings. While some professors […]

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What is AVA AI?

The College Guidance Network (CGN) held a virtual round table meeting in early April to announce AVA, an AI chatbot that provides expert guidance and educational planning. According to an article published in Forbes, “Ava AI Chatbot Could Help Ease The School College Counseling Crisis”, high school students do not have fair and equal access […]

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The New AI Job Market

“The World Economic Forum has estimated that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace some 85 million jobs by 2025,” according to an article by Ray Shroeder published by Inside Higher Ed.  While many industries fear that their jobs will be replaced by AI, there is also promise of more productivity and an economic boom. These technological […]

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10 AI Sites for High School and College Students

Today, high school and college students are constantly juggling multiple assignments, deadlines, and commitments. However, in the new age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), students now have powerful tools at their disposal to streamline organization and optimize productivity. AI-powered task managers, virtual assistants, and online studying platforms not only save time but also empower students to […]

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Networking: The Key to a Successful Job Search

Networking: The Key to a Successful Job Search The statistics for underemployment amongst recent college graduates are troubling. According to a new report from Strada Institute for the Future of Work and the Burning Glass Institute, 52% of new college graduates are working in jobs that do not require a four-year degree. The best strategy […]

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Community Service Projects All High School Students Should Consider

As a high school student today, time is your most important asset. With so many responsibilities, it’s important to allocate your time to things that will benefit you in multiple ways. Volunteering and community service not only create altruistic benefits but also offer many opportunities for personal growth and development, setting you apart on college […]

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Competitions for High School Students

High School Competitions – these diverse events, ranging from academic Olympiads to robotics challenges, artistic exhibitions to laboratory research, can provide students with invaluable skills and experiences to shape their future endeavors.  As students navigate the maze of GPA requirements, extracurricular activities, and personal statements that coalesce to form their college applications, one avenue stands […]

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AI & The College Admissions Process

The college admissions process has traditionally been facilitated by human judgment and meticulous scrutiny. In more recent years, universities around the globe have been embracing the potential benefits of AI in streamlining and enhancing the admissions process. In fact, a September 2023 survey by Intelligent, an online higher ed magazine, revealed that 50% of higher […]

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How Colleges are Adapting Curriculum to Prepare Students for the Modern Job Market

As the job market continues to evolve with new technological advancements, colleges are reimagining their approach to education to best prepare students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset required to thrive in the modern workforce. Today, success is not only measured by what you know but also by how well you can apply that knowledge […]

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