Inside the Admissions Office: Advice from Former Admissions Officers
76. Exposing Our Secrets: The Insider’s Guide to College Applications
Sep 13, 2023
Former admissions officer from Yale, Nick Strohl, shares insider tips on college applications. Topics include: unexpected rejection challenges, crafting a balanced school list, leveraging early decision and early action, showcasing unique qualities, working with a college admissions consultant, standing out in applications, application counseling process, final review program, and the importance of finding the best fit college.
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- To increase chances of acceptance, students should demonstrate a broader picture of who they are beyond academics, with a central theme that combines strengths and unique qualities.
- Working with a college admissions consultant provides valuable guidance in navigating the admissions landscape and ensures students submit their best work.
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Importance of Expressing a Unique Identity in College Applications
To increase their chances of being accepted to top schools, students should strive to demonstrate a broader picture of who they are beyond their academic interests or extracurricular activities. Admissions officers seek to understand how a student's various interests fit together and how they contribute to the student's future goals. Students should identify a central theme or application persona that combines their strengths and unique qualities to stand out in a highly competitive applicant pool.
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