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Next Steps for Rejected Ivy League Applicants

Rejected from an Ivy League school? Learn what steps to take after Early or Regular Decision denial and how to strengthen future applications.

June 13, 2026

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Tips for A Successful Alumni Interview

College alumni interviews can feel intimidating, but they rarely make or break an application. Learn what really matters and how to prepare for your interview.

June 13, 2026

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Ivy League Salaries After Graduation

Is an Ivy League degree still worth it in 2026? See how Ivy League graduate salaries compare to non-Ivy graduates and which schools report the highest earnings.

June 12, 2026

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The Ultimate List of Test-Optional Colleges

What does test-optional mean for college admissions? See which top universities require SAT or ACT scores and which remain test-optional or test-free.

June 12, 2026

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A Compelling Letter of Enthusiasm

What should you do after a college deferral? Learn how deferred students can respond strategically, avoid common mistakes, and prepare for Regular Decision.

June 12, 2026

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The Game Plan for Deferred and Denied Students

Deferred or denied by your dream college? Learn how to strengthen your Regular Decision applications and improve your admissions strategy.

June 12, 2026

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Ethnic Background Subcategories on The Common Application

Asian applicants are asked to check one of 14 subcategories on the 2026-2027 version of The Common Application. Learn more!

June 11, 2026

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Top Colleges with Happy Students

See which colleges made The Princeton Review’s happiest students ranking and learn how to evaluate campus fit beyond the lists.

June 11, 2026

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Best Colleges for LGBTQ Life in the U.S.

The Campus Pride Index is a now defunct online database that evaluated the LGBTQ-friendliness of colleges and universities across the nation.

June 11, 2026

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What Is the ROI of An Ivy League Education?

How much do Ivy League graduates earn? Compare 2026 median earnings at Harvard, Penn, Columbia, Cornell, Yale, Dartmouth, Princeton, and Brown.

June 10, 2026

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Ivy League Grad Donations: Top Donors

How much do Ivy League donors give? Compare donor recognition societies, annual giving levels, planned gifts, and major donor tiers across the eight Ivies.

June 10, 2026

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The Return on the Harvard Endowment

Check out the return on the Harvard endowment over the last decade. This past fiscal year, the return stood at 11.9%!

June 10, 2026

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Columbia’s Dean of Admissions

Will Columbia’s Dean of Admissions keep her post after the rankings scandal? Ivy Coach shares a bold prediction.

June 10, 2026

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Columbia University Quits US News Ranking

Columbia University became the first major university to drop out of the annual US News & World Report college ranking. Learn more!

June 10, 2026

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Brown University Application Preparation

Brown applicants must navigate Common App materials, standardized tests, school forms, and supplemental essays with care.

June 9, 2026

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Cornell University Application Preparation

Learn how to apply to Cornell University, including Common App steps, testing, deadlines, supplements, and school forms.

June 9, 2026

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Dartmouth College Application Preparation

Applying to Dartmouth requires careful planning, from Common App materials and test scores to supplemental essays and recommendations.

June 9, 2026

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Columbia University Application Preparation

Learn how to apply to Columbia University, including Common App steps, deadlines, testing, essays, and school forms.

June 9, 2026

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College Rankings Can Be Funny

College rankings aren’t an excellent tool for determining which school will fit you. But they can still be fun!

June 9, 2026

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The Rhodes Scholarship: 2025 Rhodes Scholars

Which schools have the most Rhodes Scholars? See the full list from 1904–2026, led by Harvard, Yale, and Princeton.

June 9, 2026

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