YCBK 436: Three Opportunities Some Students Miss Out on Over The Summer
Jun 3, 2024
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John Hoffman, with 45 years in college placement, discusses his daughter's college process, how she addressed lower grades, and the role of school names. The podcast also teases upcoming events, initiatives, and tips for maximizing summer opportunities for college prep.
Plan college visits wisely by considering schools of different selectivity levels.
Focus on finding schools that align with personal preferences rather than fixating on acceptance rates.
Utilize summers effectively for college readiness by balancing preparation with fun activities.
Deep dives
Importance of Visiting a Range of Schools
When planning college visits, it is crucial to include a diverse range of schools based on selectivity levels. Rather than solely focusing on high-reach schools, the importance of visiting possible, target, and likely schools is emphasized. Parents are advised to ensure that their child is excited about each school on their list, as happiness and fit are paramount to success in the college admissions process.
Looking Beyond Acceptance Rates
Instead of judging colleges solely based on acceptance rates, it is recommended to consider the quality of programs and outcomes. Schools with higher acceptance rates can offer excellent opportunities and resources. The focus should be on finding schools that align with personal preferences and goals, rather than fixating on admission statistics.
Effective Use of Summers for College Prep
Utilizing summers effectively is key for college readiness. Seniors should prioritize completing personal statements, juniors can begin test preparation, and all students can explore academic and non-academic interests. Balancing college preparation with fun activities and allowing time for self-discovery contributes to a well-rounded approach to the college admissions journey.
Balancing Academics and Social Life in College Selection Process
A student navigates through various college options, considering factors like proximity to home, academic rigor, and social environment. She seeks a balance between rigorous academics during the week and enjoyable weekends to avoid excessive partying. The student reflects on choosing a school that offers engagement in clubs and activities while maintaining a healthy separation from constant city life.
Considerations in College Admissions Beyond GPA and Test Scores
The podcast delves into the complexity of college admissions beyond GPA and standardized test scores. It discusses the impact of contextual factors like the pandemic disruptions on academic performance, emphasizing the importance of explaining such challenges to admissions offices. Additionally, it highlights the need for applicants to showcase unique strengths beyond statistics to differentiate themselves in highly selective admissions processes.
In this episode you will hear: o Mark shares three opportunities he sees too many students and parents missing out on over the summer. o Mark interviews John Hoffman: Reflections on 45 years doing college placement and school placement-Part 2 of 3 o Preview of Part 2 o John talks about the college process for his daughter that was just completed last month o John shared how his daughter communicated the lower grades that she had in her freshman year to the colleges she applied to o John shares the lessons he learned from his daughter going through the college process o John shares his view of what role if any the name recognition of the school should play when building a college list o Sign up for our Q & A webinar with Holly Ramsey, Dr. Michele Evard and Liam Dailey, three homeschooling experts. They will discuss how colleges admissions experts evaluate homeschooled students You can also send in questions for our interviews by using speakpipe.com/YCBK. Our interviews are confirmed for 2024 with the following leaders at the following schools: To sign up to receive Your College-Bound Kid PLUS, our free quarterly admissions deep-dive, delivered directly to your email four times a year, just go to yourcollegeboundkid.com, and you will see the sign up on the right side of the page under “the Listen to our podcast icons” Follow Mark Stucker on Twitter to get breaking college admission news, and updates about the podcast before they go live. You can ask questions on Twitter that he will answer on the podcast. Mark will also share additional hot topics in the news and breaking news on this Twitter feed. Twitter message is also the preferred way to ask questions for our podcast: https://twitter.com/YCBKpodcast 1. To access our transcripts, click: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/category/transcripts/ 2. Find the specific episode transcripts for the one you want to search and click the link 3. Find the magnifying glass icon in blue (search feature) and click it 4. Enter whatever word you want to search. I.e. Loans 5. Every word in that episode when the words loans are used, will be highlighted in yellow with a timestamps 6. Click the word highlighted in yellow and the player will play the episode from that starting point 7. You can also download the entire podcast as a transcript We would be honored if you will pass this podcast episode on to others who you feel will benefit from the content in YCBK. Please subscribe to our podcast. It really helps us move up in Apple’s search feature so others can find our podcast. Don't forget to send your recommended resources and articles by recording your message at speakpipe.com/YCBK If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! If you want to help more people find Your College-Bound Kid, please make sure you follow our podcast. You will also get instant notifications as soon as each episode goes live. Check out the college admissions books Mark recommends: Check out the college websites Mark recommends: If you want to have some input about what you like and what you recommend we change about our podcast, please complete our Podcast survey; here is the link: If you want a college consultation with Mark or Lisa or Lynda, just text Mark at 404-664-4340 to express your interest. All they ask is that you review their services and pricing on their website before the complimentary session. Their counseling website is: Note, the purpose of the free session to review their services and not to pick their brains and get free information. You can schedule a paid session if you want answers to some questions you have. The free session to only for the purpose of discussing the one-on-one services they offer.
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