Inside the Admissions Office: Advice from Former Admissions Officers
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Inside the Admissions Office: Advice from Former Admissions Officers
Need help navigating the college admissions process? We’re here to help! Every other Monday we’ll bring you exclusive interviews with Former Admissions Officers, graduates from top universities, and admissions experts. Each episode will be filled with application tips and first-hand experiences that...
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125. The Future of College Admissions: RED FLAGS That Could Ruin Your Application
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124. Is Your Student’s Profile Strong Enough for MIT?
EXCLUSIVE VIRTUAL EVENT: Two Students. One Spot. Who Gets In? Watch Former Admissions Officers battle it out live in the first-ever Admissions Showdow...
123. Former UChicago Admissions Officer Answers YOUR Biggest Questions
EXCLUSIVE VIRTUAL EVENT: Two Students. One Spot. Who Gets In? Watch Former Admissions Officers battle it out live in the first-ever Admissions Showdow...
122. Yale Writing Expert Analyze Two Successful College Essays
EXCLUSIVE VIRTUAL EVENT: Two Students. One Spot. Who Gets In? Watch Former Admissions Officers battle it out live in the first-ever Admissions Showdow...
121. AI Is Changing College Admissions Forever. Here’s How to Beat the System.
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120. Beating Duke’s 4.8% Admit rate
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119. 6 Qualities Caltech Admissions Officers Are Searching For
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118. This Is How You REALLY Get Into Top UK Universities
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117. Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Shares How to Write College Essays That Get You In
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What makes a college essay stand out at top schools like Harvard, Stanford, or Yale?
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116. What Top College Music Programs Look For in Applicants
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From prescreen recordings and performance auditions to professor connections and portfolio...
115. Harvard, Visas & the Future: What You Should Do Now
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We dive into the Trump Administration’s attempt to revoke Harvard’s Student and Exchange V...
114. TikTok, AI & Burnout: What It’s Like Being A Student Right Now
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Today’s students are juggling intense academics, nonstop social media, and AI tools reshap...
113. Do Competitions Really Help You Get Into Top Colleges? Here’s the Real Answer
Are academic competitions worth the time and effort? We’re covering everything from the top competitions that impress admissions officers, to how to f...
111. Expert Admissions Tips for Juniors from UC Berkeley & UChicago Experts
Juniors, ready to ace your college applications? Get exclusive insights from Former Admissions Officers at UC Berkeley and the University of Chicago i...
112. College fit matters more than ranking—here’s why
When it comes to choosing a college, rankings can feel like the end-all-be-all. We get it—seeing a school in the “Top 10” list is reassuring. But are...
110. Is 'Doing It All' in Extracurriculars Necessary? Insights from a Northeastern University Admissions Reader
With college admissions becoming increasingly competitive, many students feel pressured to "do it all" when it comes to extracurriculars. But is that...
109. SAT vs. ACT: The Better Test for 2025 Admissions (It’s Not What You Think)
With the recent changes in standardized testing, many families are asking: SAT or ACT—what’s the best fit for your student? In this episode, Jake Adam...
108. College Interviews: One Mistake That Could Cost You Admission
Getting ready for college interviews? As competition increases, a strong interview can set you apart in the admissions process. In this episode, we sp...
107. What Former Yale, Harvard Law School and Johns Hopkins Admissions Officers Really Think of These Common Applications
In this episode, former admissions officers from Johns Hopkins, Yale, and Harvard Law share their honest feedback on real Common Apps from students wh...
106. Duke Admissions Secrets You Need to Know
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In this week's episode, we’re excited to have two Former Admissions Officers from Johns Hopkins and Yale join us for an excl...
105. Best college admissions advice revealed by Ivy League experts
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We’re thrilled to bring you a brand-new episode of our podcast, packed with expert advice on the college admissions process...
104. How to Choose the Best Liberal Arts College
Are you ready to uncover the unique benefits of liberal arts colleges and help your student find their perfect fit?
In this episode, Krista, a s...
103. Maximize Your College Admissions With A Gap Year
Are you ready to break free from the traditional path and take your future into your own hands?
Today, we’re talking gap years and how they can...
102. College Athletic Recruitment: Expert Insights from US Sailing
Is your student interested in college athletic recruitment? Don’t miss our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the college sailing recrui...
101. College Application Q&A: What Admissions Officers from Brown, UPenn & Harvard Really Want from Applicants
Ready to tackle college application season? Our latest podcast episode is here to help you navigate this critical time!
Join us as we bring toge...
100. Cracking the Code: The Roadmap to Grad School Success for Engineering Majors
Curious about what it takes to get into grad school as an engineering major? Tune in to our latest episode featuring special guest Will Fenton! Whethe...
99. Parenting Advice for High-Achieving High Schoolers
What does it take to effectively parent high-achieving students and guide them toward Ivy League admissions? In this insightful episode, Heather McCut...
98. Empower Your Child: Essential Resources for Supporting Executive Functioning and ADHD in Children
Wondering how to support your child in developing the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond? In this episode, we’re exploring the world of...
97. Mastering Speech, Debate, and Mock Trial: Essential Strategies To Stand Out
Wondering how speech, debate, and mock trial competitions can impact your child’s future success?
In this episode, we dive into the dyna...
96. Empowering Young Minds: Expert Insights from a Former UChicago Admissions Officer and How the Leadership & Entrepreneurship Exploration (LEE) Program Builds Future Leaders
In this episode, we’re joined by two special guests: Matt Rosenbaum, a former UChicago Admissions Officer, and Maya Gobert, Director of the Leadership...
95. What Does a Harvard Admissions Officer Look for in Applicants? | Harvard College Admissions Insights
Interested in what a Harvard Admissions Officer looks for in applicants?
In today’s episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of the Harvard C...
94. Crafting Successful College Applications: The Winning InGenius Prep Strategy
Curious how our students enjoy a 99% acceptance rate? On today’s episode, Joel Butterly, Co-Founder and CEO of InGenius Prep dives into the unique str...
93. USACO and College Applications: A Winning Combination for Computer Science Majors
Are you an aspiring computer science major looking to stand out? On today’s episode, Brian Skinner, founder of Breakout Mentors, walks us through how...
92. What’s Next After College Decisions? A Guide for Waitlisted, Rejected, and Accepted Students
Waitlisted from your dream school? Struggling with no acceptance offers? Or are you split between multiple acceptances? On today’s episode, Krista Pic...
91. College Admissions Confidential: Listener Q&A with Former Admissions Officers
Thinking about embellishing your extracurriculars? Wondering if your music teacher is the best person to ask for a letter of recommendation? Running b...
90. How We Helped a Physics Major Get Accepted Into Columbia University
With an admit rate of 14.57%, how did we help our student, Maggie, get accepted into Columbia University, her top-choice school? On today’s episode, K...
89. Is Research Experience a Must-Have in College Applications?
Do non-STEM students need research experience in their college applications? On today’s episode, Christopher Brown, our Director of Academic Mentorshi...
88. How to Find Your Unique Voice in College Application Essays
How do you capture an Admissions Officer’s attention through your college essays? On today’s episode, Nivanthi Karunaratne, a Graduate Coach at InGeni...
87. College Admissions Unveiled: How Do Colleges Decide Who Gets Accepted?
How do you convince colleges that you are exactly what they are looking for? On today’s episode, Drew Hazen, a Former Admissions Officer from Northwes...
86. How to Elevate STEM Activities to Stand Out in College Applications
How do students stand out in popular STEM clubs, like robotics? On today’s episode, Stacy Wells Shea, a Former Admissions Officer from the University...