Last year, the famous three-hour, pencil-and-paper, bubble-filling, 1600-point test that has been a gateway to college for decades was replaced by a shiny, new, digital version. That’s right: the SAT is no longer administered in a physical format, and all test takers will now take it on a computer. ...
Read MoreFor some students, “math” is a scary word, particularly in the context of the SAT. While test takers can often utilize context clues to make an educated guess on reading-oriented questions, math problems can sometimes feel like they are written in a foreign language. In pursuit of a good...
Read MoreDo you dream of a school known for its academic rigor, where excellence is prized and the faculty is top-notch? Perhaps you also dream of sunny skies, mild temperatures, and a lush, scenic campus. If so, you might be looking to attend a Southern Ivy. If you’ve never heard...
Read MoreDepending on their course of study, engineering majors can expect a high payout for all the hard work they do at college. In 2023, the median annual salary for all engineering and architecture specializations was $91,240, and an incredible 195,000 new jobs will added every year through 2033, according...
Read MoreSo, you want to study engineering, but you’re a little anxious about the workload. You’d like to find an engineering major that’s going to pay off with a stable, well-paying job, but you also don’t know if you’re smart enough, hardworking enough, or even interested enough to dedicate five,...
Read MoreBy now, whether you’ve been told about them at a young age, know someone attending one of them, or just discovered them, my guess is that you’ve heard of the Ivy League schools. But do you really know them? Most often regarded as the best schools in America, if...
Read MoreCalling all SAT preppers! If you’ve landed here, odds are you’re in the midst of studying for the big test, engrossing yourself in practice books galore. We here at College Transitions recommend you study often and early—a practice that will prove most advantageous to your score prospects. However, regardless...
Read MoreThe historical trajectory of UCLA admissions can best be understood through a once-per-decade peek at the university’s shifting acceptance rates. In 1980, nearly three-quarters of those who applied were accepted; by 1990, this had dropped to the low 40s. However, by 2000, it had fallen to the high 20s....
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