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💣 Truth bomb! Admissions is a young person’s game. The reality? The person reading your application is often only a few years older than you. And that’s intentional. Colleges frequently hire recent alumni as admission counselors because they remember what it felt like to be in your shoes. They just lived the college experience. They can connect. They understand the transition. They’re also on the road constantly — traveling in the fall and spring, visiting high schools, recruiting, meeting families. It’s a role that often fits professionals early in their careers. Does that mean they make the final decision alone? No. There are deans, VPs of enrollment, and committees involved. But the first person reading your story? Very likely someone closer to your age than your parents’. Which is exactly why your application should sound like you. Not like an adult rewrote it. Not like it was over-edited. Not like it’s trying to impress a boardroom. Authenticity resonates. And having started my own career in admissions at a young age, I’ve always carried that perspective into the way I guide students. I know who’s reading your file — and what actually connects. #collegeadmissions

If the jeans don’t fit, you don’t blame your body. You change the jeans. But when a strong student struggles with college admissions, we assume something is wrong with them. Most of the time, it’s the system. College applications reward a very specific communication style. Many capable students were never taught that style, especially STEM-focused or neurodivergent kids. Struggle here is not a verdict. It’s information. The goal isn’t to change your child. It’s to tailor the process. #collegeadmissions #collegeplanning #highschoolparents #stemstudents #neurodiversity #parentperspective #collegecounseling #admissionsadvice #studentfit #collegeprocess

Don’t come at me 😂…I didn’t make the rules, but for those top tier colleges (low acceptance rate), one class they will look at and judge your transcript on is the highest level math class you got to. Now there are plenty of other colleges that don’t look at this, but if you have your eye on one of the ones that’s the toughest to get into - this will matter. #collegeadmissions #gettingintocollege #college

This week, we welcomed @saraharberson, founder of Application Nation, for an engaging conversation about navigating today’s college admissions process. She offered parents expert guidance on where to invest their time and resources and gave students a valuable behind-the-scenes look at how admissions decisions are really made.

Class of 2026 College Admission Season Day 185 Why Are People Getting Accepted to Competitive Colleges But Reject By Non-Competitive Colleges & How Will This Impact Me? #admissionstok  #classof2026 #collegedecisions #admissions

If you’re parenting a high schooler and feel like college admissions stress has entered the group chat… this episode is for you. Alexis White @collegexpert breaks it all down in a way that feels calming, realistic, and actually doable. 💬 Comment POD and I’ll DM you the link 🎧.

College admissions pro tip: 4 things to do while you’re waiting for your RD decisions 💥

YES, college admissions teams look at more than just your GPA! ⁠ ⁠ Here’s a quick overview of the four main areas they consider in your transcripts, from our College Consultant Jessica. ⁠ ⁠ If you’re looking for guidance at any point in the college admissions process, reach out to our team today to learn how we can help at the link in our bio.

And don’t get mad at me or blame me either when I say: college admissions is a tough game. And it’s a lot tougher than it used to be. The good news is there are a lot of professionals outside the school system who can help you. If you want some unsolicited and unsponsored recommendations, here you go: @ivy_roadmap and @katestoneprep, of course. They both have a similar grounding philosophy: you need to take extraordinary action to achieve an extraordinary result. They are as real as real deals get. I’m also a big fan of: @admissionsbydesign_ @authentic_applicant @confidentcollegeadmissions @katietalkscollege Give all of them a follow. You would be lucky to work with any of them.

Report your college results via the link in my linktree (I only make a trends video for a college if I get enough data to say something meaningful). . . . . #collegeapps #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #highschool #senioryear

Class of 2026 College Admission Season Day 208 If This is My Last Application What If I Don’t Get Accepted ANYWHERE #admissionstok #classof2026 #collegedecisions #admissions

What Matters Most in College Admissions? 🤯 Want to get into your top-choice college without guessing what matters? Comment “VAULT” and I’ll send you my free spreadsheet with admission factors for 50+ colleges! #collegeapplications #collegeadmissions #admissionsdata #admissionsstats #institutionalpriorities