Yale University’s admissions process continued to evolve during the 2024-2025 admissions cycle. These changes reflect broader shifts in higher education and student behavior. For the Class of 2029, changes to standardized testing requirements, a decrease in application volume, and an increase to the size of the entering class were notable. Here are several key facts … Continued
As junior year heads into its final stretch, the college admissions season is just around the corner. For students hoping to reduce stress during their senior year and maximize their college admissions success, spring and early summer offer a crucial window to prepare strategically. At Oriel Admissions, we believe that smart planning now can make … Continued
Why High School Students Should Consider Internships, and How to Get Started Internships are no longer just for college students. In today’s competitive academic landscape, high school students who gain professional experience early stand out to college admissions officers and future employers alike. Here’s why internships matter, when to pursue them, and how Oriel Admissions … Continued
At many of the most competitive universities in the United States, research is not just part of the academic culture, it is a core component of the institution’s identity. From Ivy League schools to STEM powerhouses like MIT, Caltech, and Johns Hopkins, these institutions are deeply committed to research. Even large public universities such as … Continued
As recently as fall 2022, business schools were reporting steep drops in the number of applicants to their MBA classes. For instance, Harvard and Wharton saw 15% and 13% drops respectively in the number of applications that they received. Yale, the University of Chicago, and NYU Stern similarly saw significant declines in applications. With a … Continued
Oxford’s has been employing an online assessment as the significant component of their application. Including an online assessment with a written component is unique in the world of MBA applications. It suggests that the admissions committee is interested in the way that prospective candidates communicate and share their ideas as they might in a conversation, … Continued
March and April usher in an exciting time of the year for high school seniors. With many years of hard work culminating in college acceptances, deciding on the next step of where to attend college can be stressful. This is the time to continue performing in-depth research into the colleges on your list and identify … Continued
Oxford’s interview is an application-based interview, meaning that you can expect your interviewer to have read through your resume and application materials, and to have specific questions prepared to clarify aspects of your professional experience, extracurricular experience, or career plans. The interviews are conducted by those connected to Said Business School such as MBA admissions … Continued