What does admissions data for the University of Virginia look like in 2026? Read to find out about admit rates, waitlist trends and more.
Common App Essay Mistakes to Avoid
Using advice from our team of former admissions officers, we have put together a list of common mistakes to keep in mind as you brainstorm topics and figure out how to tell the story that best captures who you are and what makes you unique.
Spotlight on UC Berkeley
Expert Admissions hosted a webinar with Jacob Hansen, one of our senior admissions counselors, and Jake Jerzy, Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions at UC Berkeley. We answered questions about the differences between the UC application and the Common App, how Berkeley approaches holistic review, tips for tackling the Personal Insight Questions, and more.
Changes to the Georgetown University Application 2026-2027
Changes to the Georgetown Application 2026-2027—now on the Common App, changes in essays, different test core submission policies.
Former Admissions Officers’ Advice on The Common App Essay
Our former admissions officers answer frquently asked questions on the Common App essay, including topic selection and editing tips.
Questions to Ask Yourself Before Filling Out Optional Sections on the Common App
Questions to ask yourself before answering the additional information and challenges and circumstances sections on the Common App.
Admissions Data Analyzed: Williams College
Williams College admissions data
Former Admissions Officers’ Advice on Extracurriculars and the Common App Activities List
Here’s what our expert team of counselors who are all former admissions officers have to say about the activities list.
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