Washington, DC— College Transitions CEO Dr. Andrew Belasco was interviewed by College Confidential to set the record straight on several myths surrounding admission into medical schools. Andrew gave insight on topics such as: How much does undergraduate selectivity matter when applying the medical school? Is it better to attend an...
Read MoreNew York City, NY— Dr. Michael Trivette spoke with MarketWatch to offer insight into how intercollegiate athletic scandals may influence parents’ and students’ views of an institution. Michael explained that when families see a university where the administration is not acting in the best interest of students, it can give parents...
Read More“Holistic admissions, applications rise, demonstrated interest, SAT goodbyes…” There are enough hot-button issues taking center stage in the admissions world in 2018 to add a verse to Billy Joel’s classic “We Didn’t Start the Fire.” Unfortunately, the above topics didn’t sound nearly as melodic as Joel’s chronicling of the...
Read MoreFor teens who are unhappy with their standardized test scores this decision is easy. Maybe you scored a 1050 the first time and know that you need an 1150 to have a realistic chance at gaining admission into your dream school. A low score thus serves a clarion call...
Read MoreIt is an occurrence almost as rare as a total solar eclipse, a silent day on the President’s twitter account, and a Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl appearance all rolled into one—this year, the Common App essay prompts will not be undergoing a single change. Common App historians (all three...
Read MoreWashington, DC— College Transitions CEO Andrew Belasco was featured in a U.S. News article examining Early Decision. The piece provides answers to ten of the most commonly asked questions regarding Early Decision, and Andrew’s advice is incorporated throughout Click here to read the article.
Read MoreNew York, NY— College Transitions co-founder Dave Bergman was featured in Financial Planning, offering advice on submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Bergman discusses why it can be advantageous for students and families to submit the FAFSA early and encourages readers to submit before financial aid...
Read MoreLet’s play a game akin to the Guess your Age/Weight booth at a local county fair. If we’re wrong, you get the cheaply-made stuffed animal of your choice. Ready? If you clicked on this article, you have an SAT score somewhere in the range of 1100-1300 (or an ACT...
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