College Applications The Dos Donts of Applying Jay
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College Applications The Do’s & Don'ts of Applying Jay Benanav jay@collegeinsidetrack. com
Agenda • Process • How to create a great application • Special Considerations • Watch Out! • Questions?
Components of a Great Application Compelling Applications Take Time START EARLY!
APPLICATION COMPONENTS ESSAYS Extra-Curriculars • Very important • Option for Merit • Unique & Conversational • Watch for supplemental • Help the college be well rounded • Focus on a few things you care about DEMONSTRATE INTEREST • Admissions • Professors • Social Media • Thank you notes
APPLICATION COMPONENTS Teacher Recommendation • Two teachers • Core Subject • Someone who knows you and will write something unique Test Scores • Test Optional • Tied to Merit • Does not mean test blind • Optional isn’t really optional Additional Items • Special Circumstances • COVID question • Send Samples of cool things you’ve done
Watch Out! • Do Your Research • • Talk to Admissions, look at professor backgrounds, talk to students Get beyond the website and walking tour (if they are touring) Be discreet about where you are applying Understand how schools give away aid – need/merit/both • Proof Read Your Application & Essay • Ask someone else to review it • Don’t use the same “why us” essay for everyone • It’s your last impression, make it a good one • Know Your Deadlines • Likely changing this year – stay on top of them • Top schools – early action and be clear on scholarship deadlines • Watch student email for announcements
Key ways we provide families value! • College Lists that align with your student goals • 97% of our students get into one of top three • Fewer than 4% of our students ever transfer • Assuring your student puts their best selves on applications/essays • Ensure you get the best pricing on the schools on your list • Keep up to date on changes so you don’t have to
Free Family Consultation ■ ■ Answer your family’s questions Suggest strategies that align with your goals Estimate the (EFC), the gov’t expects you to contribute toward college Advise on your eligibility for need-based and merit aid
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