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Barry University: Nurturing Minds, Building Futures
Are you ready to embark on an educational journey that transcends the ordinary? Look no further than Barry University in Miami, Florida, where the spirit of Catholic values inspired social justice and inclusivity sets the stage for a unique college experience. Barry prides itself on a vibrant campus life that revolves around community, compassion, and…
A Fantastic Voyage to Nova Southeastern: Where Learning Meets Adventure! With CIT Consultant Tiffany Kolb
By CIT Consultant Tiffany Kolb Embarking on my recent adventure to Nova Southeastern University was nothing short of extraordinary. With a vibrant campus boasting 7000 students, this hidden gem offers a unique blend of academic excellence, career support, and a plethora of exciting opportunities. I was not able to walk the entire campus because of…
Full pay as a college strategy
While many families are looking for ways to reduce the cost of college, a new strategy has emerged that actually seeks to pay the full amount for college. The ability to pay the full sticker price can make families more attractive to schools, and thus increase their chances of getting accepted. According to…
Let’s Talk College Rankings (Part 3)-The Wall Street Journal with CIT Founder Jay Benanav
There certainly is no shortage of college rankings! In my previous blogs, I’ve discussed the rankings in US News and the New York Times. In this post, I’ll look at the Wall Street Journal. College Inside Track consultants take a “holistic approach” to college searches and tailor them to individual students & rarely rely on…
List Building for LGBTQ+ Students: Living-Learning Communities, with CIT Consultant Stephanie George
To create an especially comfortable, safe, and hospitable environment for LGBTQ+ students, some colleges have created LGBTQ+ living-learning communities. I’ve written about the strong beneficial qualities of living-learning communities (LLCs) in other posts, but here I want to offer five great LGBTQ+ examples that offer particularly inclusive, gender-neutral environments with compelling academic and social opportunities. …
First-Year Trips Ease the Transition to College with CIT Consultant Anne Weber
Just before the school year starts, you’ll hear plenty of parents reassure their hesitant children, “Don’t worry, everyone is just as new as you are.” But let’s be honest, most people are still nervous about transitioning to a new school. Entering college is no different. That’s why many colleges and universities work hard to make…
Let’s Talk College Rankings (Part 2)-New York Times with CIT Founder Jay Benanav
Written by Jay Benanav College Ranking Part 2- New York Times, by CIT Founder Jay Benanav College Inside Track consultants take a “holistic approach” to college searches and tailor them to individual students & rarely rely on college rankings. However, we know that some families refer to college rankings. While these lists may have some…
Insider Tips for the week of November 4, 2023
Capacity-constrained majors and the college list – CIT’s Anne Weber discusses problems posed by “capacity-constrained majors”, and sets forth five possible pathways families may consider to beat this alarming trend when constructing the college list. The complication with FAFSA simplification – The Brookings Institute analyzes how the FAFSA changes will impact different families based on their income and the number of…
The Limited Utility of US News & World Report for College List Building, with CIT Founder Jay Benanav
Written by Jay Benanav Let’s Talk College Rankings (Part 1): The Limited Utility of US News & World Report Are college rankings useful? Over the next several weeks, I’ll be discussing the pros and cons of college ranking lists and how to use them wisely. The best-known of these lists is US News &…
College List Building? Consider Living Learning Communities with CIT Consultant Stephanie George
Stephanie George, College Inside Track Consultant Hello, Stephanie! Our topic today is Living Learning Communities (LLCs). I know that you’re a proponent of them. What exactly is an LLC, and what colleges have them? A living learning community is a smaller community in a college or university; students in an LLC have common interests and…