59. How to Discuss Your Mental Health in Your College Application According to a Former USC Admissions Counselor

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Today I am sitting down with Hillary Higgins, the Associate Director of College Counseling at The Nueva School and a former USC Admissions Counselor.

We dive into the following topics...

• How important it is for the student to decide if they want to share their mental health on their college app
• Talking about your mental health journey in a solution-focused way to showcase your growth and perseverance
• Why having navigated mental health in high school can make you a better college applicant
• If your mental health impacted your grades, how to address this in your application
• Unique ways to research colleges to find your perfect fit without visiting the campus

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