Category: Just Admit It Podcast
Just Admit It: What Should I Write About in My Personal Statement?
Learn What To Write About In Your Personal Statement…And What to Avoid
Even the most esteemed names in the literature encounter writer’s block once in a while. However, the personal statement college admissions essay is not the time for students to run out of ideas or settle for a sub-par topic.
Just Admit It: What is the Transfer Admissions Process Like?
Learn the Ins and Outs of the Transfer Admissions Process
With approximately one in three students choosing to transfer colleges at least once during their undergraduate career, it’s important to have a clear understanding of the admissions process. While there are some parallels to first-year admissions, there are also some key differences that transfer applicants must be aware of.
Just Admit It: What are Business School Admissions Committees Looking For?
What Can You Do to Stand Out When Applying to Business School?
Since the MBA admissions process is notoriously competitive, many applicants may wonder what they can do to help set themselves apart for the admissions committees. While there isn’t one secret to success, there are several steps prospective business school students can take to improve their admissions odds.
Just Admit It: What Do Students and Families Need to Know About the Financial Aid Process?
Get the 411 on the Financial Aid Process with Our College Admissions Counselors
In addition to navigating the college admissions cycle, students and families need to prepare for the costs of college and understand the financial aid process. Much like admissions, there are a few steps that go into applying for financial aid, and it’s important that students understand every component of the process.
Just Admit It: How did the 2020-21 college admissions cycle go?
Our Top Takeaways from the 2020-21 College Admissions Cycle
It’s safe to say that the 2020-21 college admissions cycle was unlike any other. Between canceled SAT and ACT exams and campus tours going virtual, the COVID-19 pandemic created several significant changes for applicants over the past year.
Just Admit It: How Do College Admissions Committees Review Applications?
Learn How College Admissions Committees Really Review Your Applications
While many students may think they know how their college applications are reviewed, very few individuals are actually in the room where decisions are made. If you’re curious to learn all of the details about how application reviews work, admissions officers are the only source for first-hand experience.
When Do I Need to Start Planning for College?
Learn More About When You Should Start Planning for College
“When should I get started with my college prep?” is one of the first questions on many students’ minds when they look ahead towards their college application process. While some may be tempted to put off their preparation until the second half of junior year, we recommend beginning your admissions journey at the start of high school to avoid any last-minute stress.
How Do I Get Recruited as a College Athlete?
What Does It Take to Get Recruited as a College Athlete?
If you’re passionate about your sport of choice, you may be interested in what it takes to get recruited as a college athlete. There are a lot of misconceptions about the athletic recruitment process, so it’s important to learn all of the facts to determine your best path forward.
How Many Schools Should You Add to Your College List?
Learn How Many Schools to Add to Your Balanced College List
When students are working on compiling their balanced college lists, one of the first questions that often comes to mind is how many universities should they apply to. While there isn’t one magic number for every student, there are some guidelines to keep in mind.
Just Admit It: What Extracurricular Activities Should I Do?
Discover How to Choose the Best Extracurricular Activities For You
Most students know that they need high GPAs to be competitive in the college admissions process, but what about extracurricular activities? Although applicants often understand that they should have passions and hobbies, many are a little less clear about what kind of pursuits to prioritize.
Just Admit It: Does Demonstrated Interest Really Matter?
A Recent Episode of Just Admit It Explains How Demonstrated Interest Influences Your Admissions Odds
While most students understand the importance of admissions factors like grades and test scores, many don’t realize that demonstrated interest can have a big impact on your chances of admission. Although it can’t be captured by a single number in a similar matter, that doesn’t mean that demonstrated interest doesn’t matter.
Just Admit It: Why do Supplemental Essays Matter?
How Important are Supplemental Essays?
We all know the personal statement is a huge part of the college application, but how important are those extra supplemental essays? For many students writing fatigue can set in and they don’t spend as much time working on those – especially as application deadlines loom. So how important is it to spend time on those supplements?
Just Admit It: What’s Going on With Standardized Testing?
Learn What’s Happening With Standardized Testing Right Now
It’s a question on many students’ minds, particularly during an application cycle marked with uncertainty: what’s happening with standardized testing? With an increasing number of schools transitioning to test optional policies, some applicants may wonder if it is even worth it to take the SAT or ACT.