Ivy Link shares our insights on the latest trends in college admissions, standardized testing, and the impact of major legislative changes to education.
FASFA delays and end of affirmative action are colliding for a chaotic college admission season
Adam Nguyen expresses concern that challenges with FASFA delays and errors exacerbated by the Supreme Court’s ban on affirmative action may dissuade families from pursuing high education, contrary to the government’s intended support.
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Students will hear from Ivies Thursday. Will
demographics change since the Supreme
Court ruling against race-conscious
admissions?
Adam Nguyen notes the significant impact of the Supreme Court's ruling on college admissions, highlighting changes in essay prompts and the potential for declines in diversity within incoming classes.
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Why Elite Colleges Are Bringing the SAT Back
Adam Nguyen discusses the necessity for students aiming for Ivy League and elite colleges to go beyond the minimum requirements and emphasizes the importance of excelling in standardized tests.
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Can ChatGPT get into Harvard? We tested its admission essay.
Adam Nguyen delves into the limited utility of AI, particularly in creating college admissions essays, emphasizing that while AI might assist with brainstorming for students weak in writing, overreliance can lead to subpar results.
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What does it take to get into an Ivy League College? For some students, a $750,000 consultant.
Adam Nguyen, founder of Ivy Link, discusses how wealthy families are using expensive college consultants to secure advantages in elite university admissions for their children.
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Yes, ChatGPT can help with your college admissions essay. Here's what you need to do to stay within the rules.
With AI here to stay, Adam Nguyen discusses how students can use it to their advantage while crafting college admission essays.
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How your college major can influence pay. Here are the top- and bottom-paying fields.
A student’s major plays a critical role in determining future earnings. Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, discusses which degrees have the highest return on investment.
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College Admissions Chaos: What Happens Now?
The overturning of affirmative action generated uncertainty about the future of Ivy League college admissions. Hear how Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen is navigating this new world.
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What You Need to Know About the New Rules for College Admissions
Banning affirmative action has increased the difficulty of acceptance for some students. Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen weighs in on how to applicants can leverage college essays and recommendation letters in a post-affirmative action world.
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Do College Admissions Officers Actually Check Applicants' Social Media Accounts?
Ever since social media took off in earnest, it’s been common knowledge that students should generally be careful about what they post online, but it wasn’t clear if colleges were looking that closely. Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, discusses why everything is fair game, and “a majority of current college admissions officers agree”.
Few families pay the full price for college: Take these 3 steps to help cover rising higher education costs
Families are looking for ways to save as some private colleges cost over $80,000 a year. Adam Nguyen, Ivy Link founder, discusses how college savings accounts can assist with education costs.
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US students and colleges adapt to affirmative action ruling
Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, shares how the overturning of affirmative action is affecting college applicants.
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The Ivy League battles an assault on its admissions policies
With the overturning of affirmative action, Ivy League universities are scrambling to find different ways to promote diversity in their admissions. Ivy Link’s founder, Adam, shares his theories on which policies might be next on the chopping block, and how students of various backgrounds should strategize accordingly.
How to Talk About Race on College Applications, According to Admissions Experts
Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, shares admissions strategies for students of color.
Wesleyan University: Top US college says it will end 'legacy' admissions
Following suit of MIT and Johns Hopkins, Wesleyan ends legacy admissions. Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, discusses what this means for the future of college admissions.
Wesleyan College to End Legacy Admissions After Supreme Court Ruling
Wesleyan University follows suit in ending legacy admissions. Adam Nguyen, Ivy Link founder shares his insights on alumni loyalty and engagement following the college’s newest decision.
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The tradition of ‘legacy’ college admissions is under fire. Here’s why.
The debate over legacy admissions isn’t ending any time soon, and many are wondering why it’s taken so long to get to this point. Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, shares his insights into why many colleges are digging in their heels.
Getting into an Ivy League school is all about 'measurable accomplishments,' says a college advisor who charges $150,000
Adam Nguyen sits down with Business Insider to discuss Ivy Link’s services and how he assists students in getting into the country’s top universities.
Getting a U.S. Student Visa: What International Students Should Know
This article details the process of a prospective international students should take to secure a student visa when attending a U.S. school. Adam Nguyen provides commentary on when students should begin considering this aspect of the application process.
Affirmative action for white college applicants is still here
Amidst the Supreme Court’s recent decision regarding affirmative action in college admissions, Ivy Link’s founder weighs in on the fairness of accepting legacy students.
Can ChatGPT Essays Get You Into an Ivy League School? We Asked an ex-Harvard Advisor
The public buzz regarding ChatGPT sparked a lot of discussion surrounding the generative AI’s impact on education. Ivy Link’s founder spoke with Observer to determine just how good the chat bot is at writing college application essays.
How to negotiate a better financial aid package
A good financial aid offer can become an important deciding factor in picking the best college to attend. Adam Nguyen gives insight into how a student can negotiate a better aid package.
How to Make College More Affordable for Families
In recent years, the cost of college has become a great barrier for many students wanting to pursue higher education. In this article, Adam provides useful insider information to make college a more feasible expense for many families.
How to negotiate a better college financial-aid package
The founder and CEO of Ivy Link discusses useful methods to getting the best deal from a student’s top-choice schools.
Ivy League admissions specialists shares tips
Adam Nguyen shares a variety of tips in how students and families can begin preparing for college as early as sixth grade, as well as how Ivy Link assists in all aspects of the admissions process.
The College Ranking Process Is Under Scrutiny. What That Means If You’re Deciding Where to Go
The U.S. News & World Report has come under fire recently in regards to its college rankings system, and many top universities have opted out of the process. Adam discusses the controversy surrounding college rankings as a whole and how colleges view them.
I asked ChatGPT to write college admissions essays and then sent them to expert tutors to review. Read the full essays.
Two admissions experts, including Ivy Link’s founder, evaluate essays generated by ChatGPT to see how they stack up against actual compelling profiles. This article features the full essays.
I asked ChatGPT to write college entrance essays. Admissions professionals said they passed for essays written by students but I wouldn't have a chance at any top colleges.
Many students have begun using AI as a tool for their assignments and so on, including college essays. Adam Nguyen analyzes and grades these essays from the lens of an admissions officer.
Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, discusses how the overturning of Affirmative Action will impact college admissions going forward.
This interview originally aired live on ABC News on June 29, 2023.
Ivy Link founder, Adam Nguyen, sits down with Pimm Fox at Bloomberg TV to discuss trends in college admissions, Ivy Link’s approach, and more.
This interview originally aired live in 2015.
