Posts by Dave Bergman:

How to Get Into Stony Brook University – Acceptance Rate and Strategies

Posted on: 18 Aug 2025

Located 60 miles east of New York City, Stony Brook University boasts the largest campus of any public school in the state of New York. One of two flagship institutions in the SUNY system, Stony Brook receives over 55,000 applications. SBU has become one of the top-ranked and most diverse public schools on the East […]

How to Get Into Rutgers University: Admissions Data & Strategies

Posted on: 18 Aug 2025

Rutgers University’s prized New Brunswick campus is ranked among the top 25 public institutions in the country. Possessing standout programs in engineering, computer science, business, and nursing, Rutgers’ flagship campus attracts literally dozens of talented students not only from its home state of New Jersey but also from around the globe. In fact, the university […]

How to Get Into UConn – Acceptance Rate and Strategies

Posted on: 18 Aug 2025

Earlier this year, UConn reported that they had received over 62,000 applications (and counting) for the Class of 2029. This was the highest number in school history and a huge jump from the previous year. For further context, two decades ago, the school received 10,000 applications. Clearly, there are more Husky hopefuls in 2025-26 application […]

How to Get Into Binghamton University – Acceptance Rate and Strategies

Posted on: 18 Aug 2025

Established right after the end of World War II, Binghamton University (also called SUNY Binghamton) has grown to become the top-rated public university in the state of New York. Just over 53,000 students applied to Binghamton University to join the Class of 2028. This included an influx of out-of-state and international applicants. It’s no wonder […]

Top High Schools in the San Francisco, CA Area: How They Compare for College Admissions

Posted on: 15 Aug 2025

San Francisco Offers Extraordinary Choice, But Not Every Path Looks the Same to Colleges If you are raising a college-bound student in San Francisco, you already know the city offers unusual variety. Families can choose from large comprehensive public schools, audition-based arts magnets, a growing charter sector, and a dense cluster of independent schools. In […]

How Competitive Is College Admissions for Salt Lake City–Area Students?

Posted on: 15 Aug 2025

At first glance, college admissions for students in the Salt Lake City area can look deceptively manageable. Utah isn’t New York or Northern California. Many local high schools don’t feel as cutthroat as their East Coast counterparts. And compared to places like Fairfield County or Silicon Valley, the pressure can seem lighter. But for families […]

How to Get Into Pitt – Acceptance Rate & Strategies

Posted on: 15 Aug 2025

Like Penn State, the University of Pittsburgh is a top-flight public option for residents of the Keystone State. However, standout programs in the disciplines of engineering, nursing, business, and computer science have led students from around the globe to target Pitt. Admittance into one of these programs involves an even more impressive academic profile. We’ll […]

Case Study: How One Indianapolis Student Earned Admission to Selective Colleges

Posted on: 14 Aug 2025

The Indianapolis High School Landscape Indianapolis families weighing college strategy face a fragmented map. The district, Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), narrowed its comprehensive high schools to four campuses in 2018. Those four are Arsenal Technical, Crispus Attucks, George Washington, and Shortridge. Families also consider Washington Township’s North Central or Herron High School, a downtown charter. […]