Stand Out: The Elite Prep College Admissions Podcast

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Stand Out: The Elite Prep College Admissions Podcast takes the stress and mystery out of navigating the road to college. We sit down with admissions professionals to answer the questions real students and parents are asking, share smart strategies, and offer practical advice families can actually use. Backed by more than 35 years of experience, Elite Prep helps you navigate college admissions with greater confidence and STAND OUT on your college apps!

Episodes

  1. Aug 6

    AP Capstone Explained: Is It Worth It for College Admissions?

    What exactly is the AP Capstone Diploma program—and can it really help students stand out in college admissions? Elite instructor Stephanie Handley joins host Jason Vande Brake to explain how AP Seminar and AP Research work, who can enroll, how rigorous the program is, and what students must do to earn the AP Capstone Diploma. We also tackle the questions students and parents ask most: How does AP Capstone compare with other AP courses? Do students have to take AP Exams? Why do relatively few students participate? And, most importantly, is the time and effort worth it? Whether you are considering AP Capstone or simply looking for ways to strengthen a college application, this episode will help you decide whether the program is the right fit. Learn more about Elite Open School's AP Capstone Diploma program (starting in September!) at https://eliteprep.com/ap-capstone

  2. Aug 6

    7 UC Personal Insight Question Mistakes to Avoid

    What makes a great UC Personal Insight Question—and what mistakes can sink an otherwise strong application? Elite Prep college essay coach Cheny Ng joins host Jason Vande Brake to reveal seven things students should never do when writing their UC PIQs. From overused topics and overlooked ideas to parent involvement, prompt selection, and the editing mistakes that matter most, this episode is packed with practical advice students can use right away. If you or your student is applying to the University of California, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Learn more about Elite College Consulting at https://eliteprep.com/college-application-services

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Stand Out: The Elite Prep College Admissions Podcast takes the stress and mystery out of navigating the road to college. We sit down with admissions professionals to answer the questions real students and parents are asking, share smart strategies, and offer practical advice families can actually use. Backed by more than 35 years of experience, Elite Prep helps you navigate college admissions with greater confidence and STAND OUT on your college apps!

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  • Creator
    Elite Prep
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Elite Prep