Class of 2024 high school grads are arriving on campus after navigating an admissions cycle full of twists and turns. All of the biggest impacts - fluctuating standardized testing policies, the Supreme Court ruling on Affirmative Action, and extensive delays in the FAFSA - continue to create questions and confusion about how to best prepare for admissions and affordability this year.
With the 2024-2025 admissions season in full swing, we examine the latest trends affecting this year’s applicants and offer actionable insights to support students on their journey to a great fit college. Students, families, educators and counselors welcome! Along with the topics below, we will include a Q&A session at the end of the presentation:
Intelligence brief for the 2024-2025 application cycle: Latest data & trends
Early Action: New options & considerations
Standardized testing update: Admissions requirements & ACT/SAT updates
How colleges review applications and what matters most in admissions decisions
Five actionable insights for strengthening applications