Admissions

March 2025

What to Expect if You’ve Been Waitlisted

2025-03-12T18:44:55-04:00

When you begin the college application process, you probably don’t give much thought to results other than “accepted” or “denied”. So, what happens if you end up on a waitlist? In short, it’s not an acceptance, but it’s also not a rejection – you can still receive an acceptance offer. But there are things you need to know about waitlists and what you can do to improve your chances of admission.

What to Expect if You’ve Been Waitlisted2025-03-12T18:44:55-04:00

February 2025

The Importance of Demonstrated Interest in College Admissions

2025-03-04T13:08:33-05:00

What will it take to get accepted to your dream school? Colleges consider many factors in the decision-making process. It obviously takes more than simply telling a college counselor how much you love the school. Good grades, high test scores, great essays, and impressive extracurriculars certainly make a difference.

The Importance of Demonstrated Interest in College Admissions2025-03-04T13:08:33-05:00

January 2025

Building a Personal Brand in High School

2025-03-03T12:49:42-05:00

In today's digital age, building a brand is no longer reserved for marketers, entrepreneurs, and influencers. Individuals can also benefit from creating a personal brand to showcase their unique talents, values, and aspirations. If you're a high school student, a strong personal brand can open doors to scholarships, internships, and leadership opportunities while also setting you apart when applying to colleges. It is a great way to build confidence and help you better understand yourself.

Building a Personal Brand in High School2025-03-03T12:49:42-05:00

December 2024

Understanding Admissions Notifications

2025-03-03T12:49:43-05:00

This time of year, high school seniors who applied to colleges by ED (early deadlines) are receiving admissions notifications. While we are thrilled for those students who have already been admitted, we are equally excited for those who await further admissions updates. Whether you're eagerly anticipating responses or considering your next steps, Moxie is here to guide you through the next stage of your journey.

Understanding Admissions Notifications2025-03-03T12:49:43-05:00

November 2024

The Emerging Role of AI Detection in Colleges

2025-03-03T12:49:43-05:00

The college admissions process is becoming increasingly competitive, with thousands of students competing for a limited number of spots at prestigious institutions. In recent years, and particularly since the introduction of ChatGPT, artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to play a more substantial role in shaping this process—making waves in the world of higher education.

The Emerging Role of AI Detection in Colleges2025-03-03T12:49:43-05:00

October 2024

How do colleges use standardized admission tests?

2025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

For many college-bound high school students (and parents), the topic of standardized testing can create great angst. Between registering for the test, prepping for it, taking it, and waiting on results, this is understandable. Considering that more schools are making standardized testing optional, some students may question whether taking the tests is worth the stress.

How do colleges use standardized admission tests?2025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

September 2024

How to write the “Why Us?” essay

2025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

Supplemental essays are required by many schools covering a wider variety of topics. A common essay required by a number of schools is the "Why Us?" essay.

How to write the “Why Us?” essay2025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

Student Blogging: Part 2

2025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

Many high school students choose to take AP (Advanced Placement) classes. These are rigorous courses that allow them to earn college credit and perhaps skip some general course requirements in college. AP courses are offered in a variety of subjects—including English, science, social studies, math, computer science and a number of foreign languages.

Student Blogging: Part 22025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

August 2024

Applying Early to College

2025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

Many high school students choose to take AP (Advanced Placement) classes. These are rigorous courses that allow them to earn college credit and perhaps skip some general course requirements in college. AP courses are offered in a variety of subjects—including English, science, social studies, math, computer science and a number of foreign languages.

Applying Early to College2025-03-03T12:51:14-05:00

Student Blogging: Part 1

2025-03-03T12:51:15-05:00

Many high school students choose to take AP (Advanced Placement) classes. These are rigorous courses that allow them to earn college credit and perhaps skip some general course requirements in college. AP courses are offered in a variety of subjects—including English, science, social studies, math, computer science and a number of foreign languages.

Student Blogging: Part 12025-03-03T12:51:15-05:00

May 2024

How Passion Projects Fit into College Applications and Admissions

2025-03-03T12:51:16-05:00

Many high school students choose to take AP (Advanced Placement) classes. These are rigorous courses that allow them to earn college credit and perhaps skip some general course requirements in college. AP courses are offered in a variety of subjects—including English, science, social studies, math, computer science and a number of foreign languages.

How Passion Projects Fit into College Applications and Admissions2025-03-03T12:51:16-05:00

April 2024

What Caused the 2024 FAFSA Delays?

2025-03-03T12:51:16-05:00

The 2024-25 FAFSA was supposed to be available in October of 2023. However, it was not ready until December—which started a domino effect of delays. A second major delay occurred in February after the Department of Education had to update student aid index tables to account for inflation...

What Caused the 2024 FAFSA Delays?2025-03-03T12:51:16-05:00

March 2024

Standardized Testing’s Role in College Admissions Is Still Developing

2025-03-06T10:28:10-05:00

Many high school students choose to take AP (Advanced Placement) classes. These are rigorous courses that allow them to earn college credit and perhaps skip some general course requirements in college. AP courses are offered in a variety of subjects—including English, science, social studies, math, computer science and a number of foreign languages.

Standardized Testing’s Role in College Admissions Is Still Developing2025-03-06T10:28:10-05:00

February 2024

How Important Are AP Classes?

2025-03-06T10:19:32-05:00

Many high school students choose to take AP (Advanced Placement) classes. These are rigorous courses that allow them to earn college credit and perhaps skip some general course requirements in college. AP courses are offered in a variety of subjects—including English, science, social studies, math, computer science and a number of foreign languages.

How Important Are AP Classes?2025-03-06T10:19:32-05:00

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