240 episodes

Equipping you to successfully pursue the college of your dreams. I believe that the world needs every student to reach their full potential. College admittance shouldn't hold you back. I'm an educator and Harvard grad who has been in your shoes. I designed this podcast to accompany the Ivy League Challenge (my online course) to support my listeners. I've met with graduates, admissions officers, and professors to identify the criteria used to select candidates. I've crafted a road map for success and can share it with you. 

Ivy League Prep Academy Podcast Steve

    • Education
    • 4.8 • 28 Ratings

Equipping you to successfully pursue the college of your dreams. I believe that the world needs every student to reach their full potential. College admittance shouldn't hold you back. I'm an educator and Harvard grad who has been in your shoes. I designed this podcast to accompany the Ivy League Challenge (my online course) to support my listeners. I've met with graduates, admissions officers, and professors to identify the criteria used to select candidates. I've crafted a road map for success and can share it with you. 

    Your Holistic College Application Audit

    Your Holistic College Application Audit

    What gaps might exist in your future application? How can you find those gaps so you can fill them before it is too late?

    We go through each element of the Common Application to identify how to prepare for every section.


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    To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website
    To follow on Instagram:  @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
    To join us on our Facebook group for parents
    Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

    • 17 min
    NHS & Volunteering

    NHS & Volunteering

    Should you sign up for NHS? Is it worth the effort?
    What about volunteering in general? How much should I volunteer? How many hours is enough? Which type of volunteering is best for my application?

    Listen in to learn the answers to these questions and more.


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    To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website
    To follow on Instagram:  @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
    To join us on our Facebook group for parents
    Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

    • 17 min
    So, Which College Should You Choose?

    So, Which College Should You Choose?

    April for high school seniors can be a stressful time-- instead of worrying about which schools might admit their application, many seniors now have multiple acceptances, and are anxious to make sure that they make the right decision.

    Listen in to learn my advice about how to best make that decision, and to make sure that you end up loving your choice.


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    To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website
    To follow on Instagram:  @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
    To join us on our Facebook group for parents
    Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

    • 11 min
    Begin Essay Prep Now (You'll Be Glad You Did)

    Begin Essay Prep Now (You'll Be Glad You Did)

    If you are willing to spend a few minutes listening to this podcast now, you'll be equipped to save most of the stress coming your way when it comes time to write your essays.
    You'll need a notebook and a few minutes of time.
    Watch for these meaningful moments as they occur, and just keep track of them.

    By the time you need to write your essays, instead of stressing over what to write and how to write it-- and struggling to think of examples from your life that represent your values-- you can just open you notebook and pick the ones that work best.

    Future you will thank today you.

    The link I referenced in the episode is TILC.to/essay


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    To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website
    To follow on Instagram:  @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
    To join us on our Facebook group for parents
    Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

    • 19 min
    Info Session Ahead of March 2024 Ivy League Challenge Cohort

    Info Session Ahead of March 2024 Ivy League Challenge Cohort

    Join us to hear how to avoid the major mistakes most teens make in their college prep so you can gain an advantage in future college admissions.
    Registration is now open and will close before class begins on Saturday night.

    Register at TILC.to/register

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    To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website
    To follow on Instagram:  @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
    To join us on our Facebook group for parents
    Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

    • 1 hr 7 min
    From Dysfunction to Impact; Productivity for Teens

    From Dysfunction to Impact; Productivity for Teens

    Do you ever feel like you don't have enough time?

    It is common for stressed teens and adults to say "I wish I had more time!"

    But actually, you don't need more time.
    You actually need more energy and better clarity.

    Listen in to discover why clarity and energy are more important that time.


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    To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website
    To follow on Instagram:  @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
    To join us on our Facebook group for parents
    Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

    • 19 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
28 Ratings

28 Ratings

PV Lex ,

Mind blowing

Mr Gardner, Thank you for this fresh perspective on raising kids in today’s fierce college admissions process. We want to recharge our batteries through identifying and understanding our core values and living authentically NOW!

incredible-audible ,

Very motivating

Your podcast is always filled with great advice. I love the way you back up your claims and advice with solid evidence. You have a gift of speaking clearly. My daughter just signed up for you challenge!

bored baloon ,

Good school advice

Cool advice, helps me stay focused on what matters as I go through school.

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