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Northeastern’s acceptance rate for Boston campus drops to 5.2%
With its acceptance rate now in the single digits, Northeastern is among the most competitive colleges in the country. Northeastern University’s acceptance rate dropped to a record low of 5.2% for the fall admissions cycle, the latest development in a yearslong transformation that has turned the former commuter school into an increasingly competitive global powerhouse.
Boston gearing up for student move-in weekend
The city of Boston is geared up for the arrival of college and university students this weekend, deploying more 50 inspectors that will be canvassing neighborhoods in the city to make sure safety and sanitary standards are met. The inspectors will be in Allston, Brighton, Fenway-Kenmore and Mission Hill, starting...
Local colleges brace for campus protests, disruption
Boston-area colleges are preparing for potential campus demonstrations and updating their protest policies as students return to politically-polarized college campuses. Tufts President Sunil Kumar recently emailed the campus community to emphasize that the right to protest doesn’t override students’ right to learn or express differing opinions. “True advocacy also includes listening and inviting others in rather than pushing them aside,” Kumar wrote.
Tansey Celebrated as an Attendance All-Star
One city school has been recognized by the state as being an attendance all-star. Last year Tansey Elementary School was at the top of the list in reducing chronic absenteeism, defined as students who miss 18 or more days of school a year. Massachusetts Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler was...
Colegrove Park Elementary awarded signed Boston Celtics ball for reducing their chronic absenteeism rates
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. - A celebration ended with a signed golden Boston Celtics basketball at Colegrove Park Elementary school in North Adams Friday after they made one of the biggest reductions in their chronic absenteeism rate in Massachusetts. What You Need To Know. Colegrove Park Elementary awarded attendance all-star award.
Town resident wins national merit scholarship
High school graduate Michael D. Song of Arlington has won a national merit scholarship. Song has graduated from Boston University Academy, a college preparatory school. The National Merit Scholarship Corp., which announced the latest winners in July, noted that Song’s scholarship was for study at Northeastern University. Song’s award...
Boston’s Psychology Schools: Top 17 Choices for Aspiring Psychologists
Boston is home to several highly esteemed institutions offering top-notch psychology programs. These schools provide students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the field of psychology and make a positive impact on the world. From research opportunities to clinical experience, these institutions offer a comprehensive education that...
Sankalp Shanker awarded with Harvard Business School’s 2024 Goldsmith Fellowship
Harvard Business School (HBS) has announced Sankalp Shanker as the 2024 recipient of the Horace W. Goldsmith Fellowships. Shanker, as part of the fellowship, will receive an award of $10,000 for each of his two years in the MBA program from the school. The Horace W. Goldsmith Fellowships, established in...
Field Hockey Opens 2024 Campaign With Boston University And Bryant
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Providence College field hockey team will open the 2024 season with a pair of games against Boston University and Bryant University. The Friars will host BU at Lennon Family Field in Providence, R.I. on Friday, Aug. 30 at 3:00 p.m. The squad will close out opening weekend against Bryant in Smithfield, R.I. on Sunday, Sept. 1 at Noon.
15 Premier Middle Schools in Boston Known for Educational Excellence
Boston is home to a diverse and thriving community, and its educational institutions reflect that richness. When it comes to middle schools in the area, there are several standout options that consistently provide high-quality education and support for their students. From innovative teaching methods to dedicated staff members, the best...
Ultimate Guide to Boston’s Beauty 5 Schools for Professional Education
Beauty schools in Boston provide aspiring cosmetologists and beauty professionals with the education and training they need to pursue a career in the beauty industry. These schools offer a wide range of courses and programs, teaching students everything from hair styling and makeup application to esthetics and nail care. With...
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