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253. My Review of Interviewing over 200 Admissions Professionals with Lisa Marker-Robbins

The College Admissions Process Podcast

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Navigating the Challenges of College Admissions and Impacted Majors

This chapter explores the challenges of gaining admission into highly sought-after majors like computer science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, highlighting a stark 6% admit rate. It emphasizes the significance of unique attributes in recommendation letters, revealing that strong academic records alone may not suffice in this competitive landscape.

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