Accepted: A College Admissions Podcast

Tokyo Academics

Tokyo Academics presents "Accepted: A College Admissions Podcast." This podcast is dedicated to delivering the unfiltered truth about applying to college in the 21st century.

  1. 13 AVR.

    #181 - Interview with a Former Division 1 College Athlete: Part 1

    This week, Tokyo Academics Lead Admissions Consultant Jennifer Liepin sits down with Amy Denson, a former Division 1 college athlete, professional basketball player, and Division 1 coach, to discuss the athletic recruitment process for university-bound students. In this insightful episode, Amy shares her extensive experience from both sides of the recruitment table. As a four-year starter at Arizona State who earned Pacific-10 Conference All-Freshman first team honors in 2003 and Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention in 2004, Amy brings firsthand knowledge of the student-athlete journey. Following her collegiate career, Amy played professional basketball internationally across five countries, becoming a two-time Australian all-star and three-time league MVP in Puerto Rico. She later transitioned to coaching as an assistant for Portland State's Division 1 women's basketball team, where she focused on player development and international recruitment. Perfect for student-athletes and parents navigating the complex world of athletic recruitment, this podcast delivers critical insights into what young athletes should consider when pursuing university opportunities. Now working as a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner specializing in thyroid health, Amy also discusses the importance of health and wellness in athletic performance and long-term success. Join us for valuable guidance from someone who has experienced athletic recruitment from multiple perspectives and can help you develop an effective strategy for your own athletic-academic journey. Join free webinars at www.tokyoacademics.com/events Need help applying to college? Contact us for a free consultation where we'll discuss your strengths, weaknesses, and provide an initial assessment to optimize your success. If you want to maximize your chances of getting into your dream schools, we can help! Visit www.tokyoacademics.com/free-trial.

    47 min
  2. 3 AVR.

    #180 - Examining Legacy Preferences in College Admissions

    This week, Tokyo Academics Lead Admissions Consultant Jennifer Liepin examines the evolving landscape of legacy admissions in U.S. higher education. In this eye-opening episode, Jennifer unpacks the dramatic decline in this controversial practice, with more than half of institutions abandoning legacy preferences over the past decade. Are you a college-bound student wondering how family connections might impact your admissions chances? Jennifer analyzes the stark contrast between public universities and elite private institutions, where over 56% still favor applicants with alumni ties. The episode explores compelling research showing legacy applicants are up to four times more likely to gain admission to Ivy Plus schools than equally qualified non-legacy peers. Perfect for prospective students and parents navigating the college admissions process, this podcast delivers critical insights into how legacy status influences admissions decisions, the connection to wealth inequality, and the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings on this evolving practice. Join us to understand how legacy considerations might affect your own college application strategy across different types of institutions. Join free webinars at www.tokyoacademics.com/events Need help applying to college? Contact us for a free consultation where we'll discuss your strengths, weaknesses, and provide an initial assessment to optimize your success. If you want to maximize your chances of getting into your dream schools, we can help! Visit www.tokyoacademics.com/free-trial.

    28 min

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Tokyo Academics presents "Accepted: A College Admissions Podcast." This podcast is dedicated to delivering the unfiltered truth about applying to college in the 21st century.

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