Introducing ILUMIN Education’s New Consultant: Anna Lee
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We are excited to welcome Anna Lee to the ILUMIN consulting team!
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Helpful tips about college admissions, test preparation and just being a better student, leader and person from ILUMIN Education.
What 11th Grade Students Should Do Now to Prepare for a Competitive Application Process
Elton Lin
For juniors, aiming for a top university is no small feat, and preparation for such an ambitious goal begins well before senior year. Now is the time for students to strategize and position themselves well. We’ll dive into the essential aspects that 11th graders should be focusing on this monumental academic year to make their college applications stand out!
Read MoreWhat 10th Grade Students Should Do Now to Prepare for a Competitive Application Process
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Although sophomores may still be a few years away from college applications, it’s never too early to start preparing for the admissions process! From standardized testing and curriculum to extracurriculars and good study habits, there are many areas sophomores can tackle now to prepare them for both a strong academic year and well-built applications further down their high school career.
Read MoreWhat 9th Grade Students Should Do to Get a Strong Start to the School Year
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Ninth graders: congratulations on your first year of high school! There’s a new stage of your academic journey ahead of you. While it may seem far too early, being fresh out of middle school, to be thinking about college, ninth grade is actually the perfect time to start laying the foundation for a rock-solid college application.
Read MoreWebinar Transcript: Live Q&A with Emory University Senior Associate Dean of Undergraduate Admissions
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I am thrilled to introduce Mr. Giles Eady, the senior associate dean at Emory University (located in the vibrant city of Atlanta, Georgia). Emory is renowned for its commitment to outstanding academics, groundbreaking research, and fostering a community that encourages the pursuit of knowledge and the development of ethical leaders. Giles brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to the admissions process, guiding aspiring students on their journey to joining the Emory family.
Read MoreWebinar Transcript: Live Q&A with Northeastern Assistant Director of Admissions
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Good evening everyone – glad that everyone could make it today to listen to Wendy a little bit from Northeastern!
Read MoreSchools Without Required Supplemental Essays (Updated for 2023-24)
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Students put blood, sweat – and, most importantly, time – into writing their college application essays. Therefore, having fewer essays to write means a faster and easier college application process.
Read MoreCongratulations and Best Wishes to Our 2023 Admits!
Elton Lin
We at ILUMIN wanted to give our warmest congratulations to our seniors this past year! They poured so much time and effort into their academics, extracurriculars, and applications alike, and their hard work is clearly recognized not only by us, but also by all the schools who sent them offers of admission. Now, we send our best wishes for their success as they prepare for the first year of their college careers!
Read MorePros and Cons of Applying as an Undeclared Major
Elton Lin
Many students, even high school seniors preparing their college applications, don't quite know which major they want to pursue. Maybe there are too many majors that interest them, making it difficult to boil their choices down. Maybe your student wants to pick a major that sets them on a career path, but they haven't committed to their intended career yet!
Read MoreSkills To Build Before Back-To-School
Elton Lin
Now that it's August, summer is drawing to a close, and the brand new school year is slowly approaching. While there's no need for students to stress about their incoming courseload and extracurriculars just yet, there are certainly some simple ways students can prepare themselves for the new year!
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