Inside College Admissions: Real Case Studies

Ever wonder what actually happens after you click “submit” on your college applications? Understanding how admissions committees review files — and the specific rubrics they use — can transform how you approach your overall application strategy.

Join IvyWise admissions experts Amy (formerly at Harvard), Anthony (formerly at Princeton University), and Dashawn (formerly at Georgetown University) for an inside look at the college application review process. Our counselors demystify the holistic admissions rubric, breaking down how admissions officers evaluate academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, essays, and institutional fit. Viewers also get an exclusive peek at real applications that worked, examining what made these successful candidates stand out in competitive applicant pools.