Unveiling Hidden Gems – College Admissions Strategies

What you'll learn
Understand Data Insights: Learn how to interpret college-specific metrics that aren't widely known.
Strategize for Success: Equip yourself with expert strategies for handling interviews, demonstrating genuine interest, and boosting your child's chances if they
Build Strong Application Foundations: Ensure every component is polished and professional.
Utilizing Your High School Counselor and Support Systems
Requirements
No experience necessary.
Description
This course offers an in-depth exploration of key strategies for parents to support their teen in navigating the college admissions process successfully. Begin by understanding the Common Data Set to gain insights into the metrics colleges use. Learn how to effectively collaborate with your child's high school counselor and make informed decisions about advanced coursework like Honors, AP, and PSEO. Master the art of crafting compelling personal statements and securing strong letters of recommendation. Discover the nuances of different interview types and the significance of demonstrated interest in your child's application. Finally, explore proven strategies to enhance your child's chances of getting off the waitlist. This course is intended for parents to purchase and help support their child in their college application process.Module 1: Utilizing the Common Data SetStart with this to provide a foundational understanding of the data and metrics colleges use.Module 2: Take Advantage of Your High School CounselorIntroduce how to effectively work with high school resources and support systems early in the process.Module 3: Honors/AP/PSEODiscuss advanced coursework options and their impact on admissions.Module 4: Personal Statement & EssaysFocus on crafting strong personal statements and essays, essential components of the application.Module 5: Letter of RecommendationGuide parents and students on obtaining and using strong letters of recommendation.Module 6: Types of InterviewsExplain the different types of interviews and how to prepare for them.Module 7: Understanding Demonstrated InterestDescribe how showing interest in a college can impact admissions decisions.Module 8: Strategies to Get Off The WaitlistOffer strategies and tips for getting off the waitlist.
Overview
Section 1: Common Data Set
Lecture 1 Common Data Set
Section 2: Take Advantage of Your High School Counselor
Lecture 2 Take Advantage of Your High School Counselor
Section 3: Advanced Coursework
Lecture 3 Advanced Coursework and It's Impact on Admissions
Section 4: Personal Statements & Essays
Lecture 4 Personal Statements & Essays
Section 5: Letters of Recommendation
Lecture 5 Letters of Recommendation
Section 6: Types of Interviews
Lecture 6 Types of Interviews
Section 7: Understanding Demonstrated Interest
Lecture 7 Understanding Demonstrated Interest
Section 8: Strategies to Get Off The Waitlist
Lecture 8 Strategies to Get Off The Waitlist
Current high school students and their parents. School counselors could also use this in their own work or for a class that they teach or presentation to staff or parents.
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