I’m Julie Kim, and I’m the host of Demystifying College Admissions. Look, I’ve been there before! Navigating through the college admissions process is overwhelming, confusing and ultimately stressful. This podcast is designed to inspire high school students to identify their passions, learn all about the most updated college admissions strategies, with guests and experts from all industries! And the best part is we’ll also dive into mental health so that this podcast will be a healthy, safe, ...
Tokyo Academics presents "Accepted: A College Admissions Podcast." A weekly podcast featuring our resident admissions consultant, Tyler Kusunoki. This podcast is dedicated to delivering the unfiltered truth about applying to college in the 21st century.
A whole lot happens between choosing a list of top schools and getting that thick acceptance envelope in the mail. But you don't have to take that journey alone. On each episode of College Admissions Insider, we talk to real college admissions counselors to bring you expert advice for your college search. Learn how to find the right college fit, build a list of finalists, and create an application that gets noticed. This podcast is an initiative of Bucknell University but is designed for stu ...
Created by the National Association for College Admission Counseling, every episode features insiders from the world of admissions breaking down the facts, myths, and rules of engagement for today's college landscape.
Applying for college is more complex and often times more confusing than it used to be. In addition, there are so many resources out there. How do you know which is the right one? The best one? Shouldn't everyone have access to the best information out there, regardless of price? That's what we believe! We believe in giving everyone their best chance by providing them with real insight from the college admissions industry. On this podcast, we share real and relevant topics in college admissi ...
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Ultimate College Admissions Podcast


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Ultimate College Admissions Podcast
Dr. Jeff and Dr. Brian Haig
The show covers a diverse range of college planning topics and also features many of the top education experts from around the country.
Welcome to "The College Admissions Process Podcast." I am your host, John Durante, and I am here to introduce you to college admissions representatives, and other professionals in the field of college admissions. Our purpose is to serve you the students and parents, so that you may gain insight straight from the people who ultimately make the decisions. Regardless of whether you will apply to a particular school being highlighted in a given podcast episode, you should listen to all of them, ...
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast
Amy Seeley & Mike Bergin
Welcome to THE college admissions industry podcast! Join Mike Bergin and Amy Seeley as they discuss the latest issues in testing, admissions, learning, and education with leading experts. Tests and the Rest is perfect for school counselors, educators, test prep professionals, college consultants, and just about anyone engaged in the college admissions process. You can subscribe to this podcast or stream it online via any podcast app, including iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and ...
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The College Metropolis Podcast: College Admissions Talk for High School Students and Parents


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The College Metropolis Podcast: College Admissions Talk for High School Students and Parents
Anthony and Jankel Cadavid
A podcast about college admissions. Created for high school kids in all levels of college preparation and their parents. Produced and hosted by a college professor and a college admissions pro, husband and wife, Anthony and Jankel Cadavid. Each episode dives into the steps of the college admission process, the best colleges and universities in the country, and the most promising careers and professions.
Supporting students on their journey to college by providing information on a broad variety of topics including test preparation, college fit and the college admissions process.
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Admissions Uncovered - College Admissions and Applications Explained


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Admissions Uncovered - College Admissions and Applications Explained
Admissions Uncovered
A Columbia University undergrad and his old teacher talk about college admissions: how students can craft the best college application, how teachers and administrators can help them, and how colleges can improve the system.
Non-boring test prep since 2000
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College admissions with Devika Preece, Paige McCartin, and Lila Chan


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College admissions with Devika Preece, Paige McCartin, and Lila Chan
Paige Elizabeth McCartin
In this podcast, you will hear our opinions on college admissions and how race is involved.
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The College Essay Guy Podcast: A Practical Guide to College Admissions


Practical, up-to-date interviews with experts in college admissions, financial aid, personal statements, test prep and more. Ethan Sawyer (aka College Essay Guy), interviews deans of admission, financial aid experts, and veterans of the admissions field to extract, then distill their advice into practical steps for students and those guiding them through the process. From creating an awesome college list to appealing a financial aid letter, Ethan skips the general advice and gets right to th ...
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The College Checklist Podcast: College Admissions, Financial Aid, Scholarships, Test Prep, and more...


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The College Checklist Podcast: College Admissions, Financial Aid, Scholarships, Test Prep, and more...
Lauren Gaggioli | SAT & ACT Prep Expert, Entrepreneur, and Speaker
Confused about the road to college? Don’t know where to begin your college search? The College Checklist podcast is your source for great information on the college admissions journey. Hosted by SAT & ACT expert and entrepreneur Lauren Gaggioli, the College Checklist features interviews from college counselors, admission officers and other professionals who can help you get into college, pay for school with scholarships, and succeed once you’re there. This podcast also features test prep tip ...
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Getting In: Your College Admissions Companion


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Getting In: Your College Admissions Companion
Panoply / Slate Magazine / Julie Lythcott-Haims / College Podcast
For millions of American teenagers and their parents, adolescence is increasingly defined by one all-consuming goal: Getting into the right college. “Getting In” is a real-time podcast following a diverse group of New York-area high school seniors through the exhilarating and harrowing process of applying to college. The series is hosted by Julie Lythcott-Haims, the former Dean of Freshmen at Stanford University and author of “How to Raise an Adult.” The season will chronicle all the importa ...
This March, international high school students will be taking the first version of the New Digital SAT. There are many questions around this new SAT and how to best prepare for it, so Tyler Kusunoki sat down and took every practice test available in order to share his thoughts with you. Tune in to this episode for his opinions on the new test, how …
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Drexel University - Admissions The College Application Process Podcast - Social Media LinksDi John Durante
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Parents, educators, and bloviators of every stripe have been given platforms to express their opinions on testing, admissions, and standards, but how often do we hear from those whose futures are directly impacted by this ongoing debate? Amy and Mike invited students from Eufaula HS and educator Olivia Jones to share student perspectives on why tes…
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Demystifying College Admissions

The college admissions process is stressful, but in this solo episode, I reveal how you can make this journey less stressful and more fun, I uncover the reasons why this stress exists, and the ways that college admissions have changed drastically over the years. Today, you’ll learn the true importance of how being passionate and being yourself is u…
With myriad majors and courses to choose from, the possibilities of a college education are limitless. But these programs don't exist on islands all on their own. Oftentimes, you'll find similar majors grouped together in colleges or schools within a larger university — like a school of medicine, or a college of art and design, or a school of busin…
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Ultimate College Admissions Podcast


In this episode, Dr. Jeff Haig interviews one of his former students, Nicole Minkina, who is currently a student at Yale University and who was incredibly successful in the college planning and admissions process. Nicole received acceptances to many top universities across the country including: Princeton University, Stanford University, Columbia U…
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College Admissions with Mark and Anna


Ever wonder what college admissions officers really want from applicants and how students can better prepare for college applications? We went straight to the source - Rick Clark - Assistant Vice Provost and Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission at Georgia Tech. Join Mark and Anna as they answer some of your most common questions about appl…
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The College Metropolis Podcast: College Admissions Talk for High School Students and Parents


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What to Do After Receiving Acceptance Letters from the Colleges to Which You Applied. Steps to Help You Evaluate Which School Offers You the Best Opportunities, Including Which Is the Most Affordable ...
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#114 – There will be a time, usually a few weeks after you turn in your college applications, when you will begin to receive responses from the colleges and universities to which you applied. The responses may say you have been given admission, placed on a waitlist, or denied admission. On this episode we walk you through the steps you should take …
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College Admissions Decoded


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A Guide for Students with Learning Differences to Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College
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At least 10% of students on college campuses have a learning difference. In this conversation, two college admissions professionals share what students should look for when researching a college to determine whether and how the institution will facilitate their success in higher education. They share the many support systems they can look for when …
Last week, Tyler talked about some common summer opportunities to avoid or to at least be wary of before just signing up. This week, Tyler delves a little deep into the types of summer activities that will actually help you stand out in your application and provide you with opportunities to discover your passions and secure strong recommendations w…
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


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92. The Truth About College Admission with Rick Clark, AVP & Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission - Georgia Institure of Technology
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Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Georgia Tech Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid - Net Price Calculator Book: The Truth About College Admission by Rick Clark & Brennan Bernard Podcast: The Truth About College Admission Podcast: Georgia Tech - College Admission Brief The College Admissions Pr…
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


A relationship-rich school in the heart of the Finger Lakes with admissions counselor Melanie Sage What are five things you will learn in this episode? Where are Hobart and William Smith Colleges located and what are its demographics? What types of students feel most at home at HWS? What are the strengths of Hobart and William Smith Colleges? Why d…
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Josh D’Alemberte, a creative and energetic educator who pushes his clients to, ”Do your maximum!” He knew that he wanted to teach since his high school years. After teaching and coaching for 25 years in public and priva…
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Carleton College Admissions The College Application Process Podcast - Social Media LinksDi John Durante
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Dr. Kelly Finn, who has a BS in Business and K-12 teaching license, a MS in math, and a Doctor of Learning and Teaching from the University of Iowa. She has helped students prepare for college for 15 years. Kelly and he…
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Samiya Cogmon, who founded Horizon Star Tutoring Co in 2019 with a mission to bring the joys of academic achievement to others… the confidence that you take into adulthood. The vision was born long before the company wa…
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


Michael Salzman’s website Hofstra University Music Department Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links The College Admissions Process Podcast - Social Media LinksDi John Durante
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Greg Hudson, an AP United States History teacher at Valley High School in West Des Moines, Iowa. He earned his Masters in Social Studies Education from Truman State University and has been teaching this AP History for 1…
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Accepted: A College Admissions Podcast


From increased female representation among Ivy League presidents to the banning of TikTok and even a quick discussion around literal skeletons in UC Berkeley closets, This Week in 5 explores a few of this past week's college headlines.Di Tyler Kusunoki
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Stacey Howe-Lott, a 25-year teacher who now focuses exclusively on SAT and ACT test prep. She's been called the Dumbledore of SAT prep in the book The Perfect Score Project for creating customized score reports that can…
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


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89. University of California - Irvine - Michelle Burns - Senior Admissions Counselor & Regional Recruiter
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Ultimate College Admissions Podcast


Welcome to another edition of the Ultimate College Planning Podcast—thank you so much for being here and listening. Today, I am interviewing my identical twin brother, Dr. Jeff Haig who is a nationally-recognized college planning expert. We thought it would be really interesting and extremely beneficial to you if we talked about the group of studen…
Education is serious business but that doesn’t mean that it can’t be fun! Amy and Mike invited educator Julie Post to share the latest tips and tools for game-based learning. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is game-based learning? What makes game-based learning effective? What are some examples of effective game-based lear…
As college admission becomes more and more competitive, how you as a student utilize your free time is going to become increasingly important. There is no larger chunk of free time than your summer vacation, and admissions officers are aware of this. Make sure you're not throwing away your best opportunity to really distinguish yourself. The Netfli…
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Ultimate College Admissions Podcast


Welcome to the Ultimate College Admissions Podcast! We are Drs. Jeff Haig and Brian Haig. In this episode, here’s what we’ll cover: Key strategies students and parents can use to help them become successful in school and in the college planning process Common limiting beliefs students have and how to overcome them The crucial role parents play in t…
Welcome to the Ultimate College Admissions Podcast! We are Dr. Jeff Haig and Dr. Brian Haig. In this episode, here’s what we’ll cover: The #1 important factor to know when applying to college How admission officers think when selecting applicants Why strategic course planning will give you an edge in the admissions process How to bring your unique …
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


The foundations of higher education are shifting, often subtly but sometimes with seismic force. Case in point, a confluence of economic, societal, and demographic trends will almost assuredly lead to school closures. The big questions are “Which ones and when?” Amy and Mike invited educational analyst Gary Stocker to understand the complexities of…
We believe that there is no limit to what you can accomplish with an innovative outlook and a curious spirit. But you don't have to just take our word for it. On this podcast, we look for every opportunity to let real college students do the talking — which is why we're inviting students from all three of Bucknell's colleges to tell you about their…
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List University of Minnesota Twin Cities - Admissions The College Application Process Podcast - Social Media LinksDi John Durante
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Conventional wisdom holds that if you don’t use it, you lose it, whatever “it” happens to be. But why do we forget information we’ve learned and how can we better retain it? Amy and Mike invited educational entrepreneur Tyler York to explain how to use spaced repetition for study success. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is…
As the Harvard and UNC Supreme Court Cases head towards a final decision on affirmative action, there are potentially wide ranging impacts on the college admissions process as we currently understand it. Tune in this week to hear how the Supreme Court Decision may affect everything from standardized tests to college essays, and what you can do abou…
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Aspiring college students tend to commit abundant time and resources to learning all about specific schools and programs, yet remain oblivious to their own motivations and needs. Amy and Mike invited author Tracy Badua to comment on finding your authentic self in the path to college. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Why is the c…
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The College Metropolis Podcast: College Admissions Talk for High School Students and Parents


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Why do well qualified students get rejected, while less qualified students get accepted into highly selective schools? How are admission decisions made? Here are 5 points to understand what drives admission ...
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#113 – The reasons why highly selective schools give admission to some students, while rejecting others students who may appear to be better qualified baffles the minds of a great many families each year. On this episode, we present you with the behind-the-scenes activities and processes that highly selective schools follow as they sort through the…
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


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87. Loyola Marymount University - Jenelle Abbattista - Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
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Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Loyola Marymount University - Admissions Loyola Marymount University - Visit Page AP, IB, Dual Enrollment Disability Support Services Admission Email: admission@lmu.edu The College Application Process Podcast - Social Media Links…
How will colleges evaluate applicants when the college essay itself can now be produced by a computer algorithm? With the growing mainstream popularity of artificial intelligence and machine learning, it was only going to be a matter of time before this technology directly impacted the competitive world of college admissions. This week, Tyler retur…
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The college search should ideally reflect a student’s distinct preferences for learning and living environments, which can be particularly important for teens on the autism spectrum. Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Eric Endlich to detail college admissions considerations for autistic students. What are five things you will learn in this…
Selecting a major…or not? Okay, let’s just get it out there…NO…you do not have to select a major and know exactly what you will do for the rest of your life. However, there may be situations in which having an idea of what to major in and preparing for it will be beneficial in high school. Join Mark and Anna as they discuss the pros and cons of hav…
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Major transitions often result in major confusion for the unprepared. If you are–or support–a teen in the high school graduating class of 2025, the time to consider taking or skipping the new digital SAT is now! Amy and Mike invited educator Brian Eufinger to strategize a testing game plan for the class of 2025. What are five things you will learn …
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Demystifying College Admissions

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An Interview with Grad of Brown University, Cambridge, Harvard Medical School, and White House Fellowship, Andrew Kim
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Today I’m joined by a very special guest, Andrew Kim, who is a graduate of Brown University, Cambridge, Harvard Medical School and a White House Fellowship. In this episode, Andrew reveals how he achieved all his accomplishments. You'll be surprised to hear that it wasn't just by studying hard, which could be considered unexpected coming from a doc…
The universe is full of mysteries. What worlds lie in galaxies beyond our own? Why was Stonehenge built? How do the connections in our brains really work. Every day, countless theorists, analysts, investigators and more chase down answers to fascinating questions like these. But they aren't the only ones. Students at colleges and universities acros…
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Duke Undergraduate Admissions The College Application Process Podcast - Social Media LinksDi John Durante
The only facts most college applicants know about scholarships for certain is that free money is awesome; everything else is subject to review. Amy and Mike invited scholarship expert Jocelyn Paonita Pearson to clarify four scholarship myths that keep students from winning awards. What are five things you will learn in this episode? When is the bes…
We’ve long accepted that students tend to learn best through specific instructional channels based on their personal preferences. But do they really? Amy and Mike invited data scientist Stanislaw Pstrokonski to review the evidence on learning styles. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does personalization mean in the context …
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The College Admissions Process Podcast


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85. Claremont McKenna College - Jennifer Sandoval-Dancs - Associate VP for Admission and Financial Aid
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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Industry Podcast


Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Maria and Tom Geffers of Career and College Counselors. With over 30 years in the education field involving levels from secondary to university in both the public and private school systems, Maria created various educationa…
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Wendie Lubic, a professional who brings a wealth of experience to her educational consulting. She is a Certified Educational Planner (CEP) and a professional member of IECA, NACAC and PCACAC and has taken classes in Indepen…
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Dana Ponsky, who began her career in education more than 20 years ago as a student at the University of Maryland where she earned a degree in American Studies, a graduate degree in College Student Personnel from Bowling Gre…
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Demystifying College Admissions

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Student Case Study: ACCEPTED to UPenn Early Decision (Without Straight A's and SAT Optional)
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We have some exciting news! Our Passion Project Bootcamp Next Level student Isha just got accepted into UPenn Early Decision, and in today’s episode, you’re going to hear exactly how she did it. Isha shares her GPA, SAT scores, extracurriculars, and the strategies from our program that she implemented to get accepted into her dream college. It’s im…
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Kristin Cocquyt, a seasoned college admission expert with nearly 20 years of experience in the field - on both the college and high school sides of the desk. As an Assistant Director of College Counseling and Director of Co…