College Admissions Sherpa

08/28/2023

Our bold, curious and creative nature springs from the optimistic, can-do spirit of Dallas. In both work and fun, this vibrant city’s essence is woven into student life, culture and academics.

02/25/2023

https://www.statesman.com/story/news/education/2023/02/22/ut-university-texas-system-equity-diversity-inclusion-policies-halted-campuses-review-guidelines/69933482007/

The announcement comes amid growing criticism from GOP state lawmakers about diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in Texas higher education.

12/01/2022

https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2022/Q4/purdue-university-to-require-sat,-act-scores-for-2024-admissions.html?fbclid=IwAR2zKX9C3oNPeqiG_apiiDISNWW8b99ocn2xyBeobzFLlZRCuMVlk2WWRT8

Purdue University announced Tuesday (Nov. 29) that it will resume requiring SAT and/or ACT test scores for admissions applications, beginning with students who apply for Fall 2024 admission to Purdue. The resumption was recommended by university administration and endorsed by the board of trustees.

08/03/2022

https://www.wsj.com/articles/college-admissions-essay-prompts-11659451147?st=6yxyvom2hjagamg

Essays might now play a greater role in admissions. Good luck writing them.

07/24/2022

Founded in 1962, The Texas A&M Maritime Academy is one of six maritime academies in the United States. It provides an opportunity for you to learn how to operate and maintain an ocean-going vessel. In addition to classroom and field training during the regular school year, you will sail aboard a sta...

07/22/2022

https://nypost.com/2022/07/19/you-can-take-a-college-course-in-harry-styles-masculinity/

“I want the class to get to really see how the world has changed in the last 12 years or so, but also how to put that into historical context, through the lens of Harry Styles.”

07/19/2022

https://www.campuspride.org/tpc/gender-inclusive-housing/

At least 425 Colleges and Universities Have Gender-Inclusive Housing (i.e., campus housing in which students can choose to live in a shared space with people of any gender) The year implemented, if known, is included in parentheses. Last updated 1/7/22. ...Read More →

06/03/2022

Houston National College Fair, September 25th, in person

https://www.nacacfairs.org/?fbclid=IwAR2wUOSzYHozOGfdnmm5tUCHKWhNjajkjUWYhP5gQHPYjABWzVXepLIfNP8

NACAC College Fairs No matter where you are in the college search process, NACAC College Fairs have something for you! Chose from our In-Person National College Fairs or our Virtual College Fairs to make connections with hundreds of institutions - all in one place! Virtual College Fairs Hey students...

05/31/2022

Computer Science majors are in demand. Graduates can earn $300K.

02/18/2022

Apply by 3/4/2022

01/01/2022

Happy New Year!