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Inside the Admissions Office: Advice from Former Admissions Officers InGenius Prep
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Need help navigating the admissions process? We’re here to help! Every other Monday we’ll bring you exclusive interviews with Former Admissions Officers, graduates from top universities, and admissions experts. Each episode will be filled with application tips and first-hand experiences that will help you get into your dream school. Brought to you by InGenius Prep, the world’s largest team of Former Admissions Officers.
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93. USACO and College Applications: A Winning Combination for Computer Science Majors
Are you an aspiring computer science major looking to stand out? On today’s episode, Brian Skinner, founder of Breakout Mentors, walks us through how to best prepare for USACO, one of the most prestigious coding competitions, and how to leverage strong coding skills to craft unique signature projects for college applications. Whether you're a novice coder or a seasoned competitor, this episode will help you gain that competitive edge in the world of coding competitions and college applications.
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92. What’s Next After College Decisions? A Guide for Waitlisted, Rejected, and Accepted Students
Waitlisted from your dream school? Struggling with no acceptance offers? Or are you split between multiple acceptances? On today’s episode, Krista Pickett, a Former Admissions Officer from Williams, discusses first some strategies for students to effectively navigate being waitlisted. From understanding the significance of remaining active on the waitlist to crafting compelling letters of continued interest, Krista offers advice for students vying for coveted spots at their dream schools. Krista then dives into possible options for students who find themselves in a tough spot with no viable acceptances. Lastly, Krista offers advice for students with multiple acceptance, emphasizing the significance of factors such as academic offerings, campus culture and personal fulfillment.
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91. College Admissions Confidential: Listener Q&A with Former Admissions Officers
Thinking about embellishing your extracurriculars? Wondering if your music teacher is the best person to ask for a letter of recommendation? Running behind in the college application process? On today’s episode, our Former Admissions Officers answer these questions and more in this special Q&A segment.
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90. How We Helped a Physics Major Get Accepted Into Columbia University
With an admit rate of 14.57%, how did we help our student, Maggie, get accepted into Columbia University, her top-choice school? On today’s episode, Kat Jennings, a Former Admissions Officer from NYU, gives us an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how Maggie beat the odds during the Early Decision round this year. From creating a unique Application Persona to strategically enhancing her extracurriculars to fit her physics major, Kat shares valuable tips on how you can also secure that coveted acceptance letter.
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89. Is Research Experience a Must-Have in College Applications?
Do non-STEM students need research experience in their college applications? On today’s episode, Christopher Brown, our Director of Academic Mentorship, shares insider tips on how to create impactful research projects. From discussing how to present challenges to unraveling the criteria Admissions Officers seek in research projects, this episode will be your ultimate roadmap to crafting a standout research project that sets you apart from your competition in your college application.
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88. How to Find Your Unique Voice in College Application Essays
How do you capture an Admissions Officer’s attention through your college essays? On today’s episode, Nivanthi Karunaratne, a Graduate Coach at InGenius Prep, shares her personal journey of self-discovery through music and how it has influenced her approach in helping students find their voice in their college essays. From asking the right questions to discussing the power of introspection in the essay-writing process, Nivanthi shares valuable tips on how to write stellar college application essays.
To set up a complimentary strategy call, CLICK HERE.
Join our private Facebook Group to ask our Former Admissions Officers any questions!
Register for our upcoming webinars.
Questions, comments, or topic requests? Email noel.kim@ingeniusprep.com.
To learn more about InGenius Prep, visit us at ingeniusprep.com.
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