Demystifying College Admissions

In this week's episode, I talk all about how you should be showcasing your successes in this time of change. We'll cover UC's new policies regarding SAT/ACT scores, the shifting standards in college admissions, and how you can still make progress right now (even while social distancing).    Listen now to learn how you can still CRUSH IT on your Ivy League & Top-tier college applications!   SHOW NO...

Finding your true passion can feel exciting AND overwhelming. Well, I'm here to tell you that…   Creating your Passion Project is your first step.   It might seem daunting to try to find your passion and focus your Passion Project. As a high school student, you might have so many interests that it's impossible to pick just one! Or maybe you're interested in a lot of subjects, but one doesn't reall...

All of a sudden, everyone is learning from HOME!    COVID-19 recently launched the entire school system into the world of e-learning and online education. But, with such a major shift in your everyday learning, you may be feeling less engaged, less motivated, and less excited about subjects. You're not alone!    In this episode, we talk about online education and learning with Jake Miller, authori...

Are you wondering what should fuel you in this college admissions journey? Should you aim to please your parents above all else? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm going to share my honest thoughts about how much your parents' should influence your passions and goals.    SHOW NOTES:  https://juliekimconsulting.com/podcast/   FREE MASTERCLASS:  https://juliekimconsulting.lpages...

Are you feeling fear around the college admissions process, or are you scared that you are not special or smart enough? Is anxiety starting to creep in as you are wondering how COVID-19 mandates are going to affect your application? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm going to tell you about 3 common mistakes that I see students make and what you should do instead!   WAITLIST:...

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or alone in your college admissions journey during this pandemic? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm interviewing two of my current students who have my full support and guidance in creating their Passion Projects and crafting their stand-out college admissions applications. PROGRAM REGISTRATION: https://juliekimconsulting.lpages.co/the-i...

Are you wondering if it's possible to create a Passion Project that actually fires you up while also capturing the attention of the decision-makers at your dream school? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm interviewing two of my students who will be sharing how they created and scale their Passion Projects in 6 months with my guidance through the Ivy League Formula Program.   P...

Are you considering a medical career? Is Brown University on your list of dream Ivy League/Top-Tier schools? Whether it's one or the other (or both), I have a special treat for you guys today! In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm interviewing my significant other, Dr. Sung Han. Sung is going to share about his college admissions and his dental AND medical school journey along wi...

Is your child not physically attending school this week? Are you wondering what he/she can be doing to remain proactive about their college admissions journey? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm going to share three things your child can be doing at home during this pandemic.   FREE MASTERCLASS: https://juliekimconsulting.lpages.co/free-masterclass-ccam/   SHOW NOTES:  https:/...

During this Coronavirus pandemic, are you wondering what you should do with your high school child's summer plans? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be replaying a popular episode, sharing my honest opinion about summer programs.   FREE MASTERCLASS: https://juliekimconsulting.lpages.co/free-masterclass-ccam/   SHOW NOTES:  https://juliekimconsulting.com/podcast/   CONQUER...

Are you wondering if you are on track to present a strong or a weak application? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing how you can evaluate this and what you can do to improve it!   SHOW NOTES : https://juliekimconsulting.com/podcast/   CONQUER COLLEGE ADMISSIONS MEMBERSHIP : https://juliekimconsulting.com/membership   FACEBOOK GROUP : https://www.facebook.com/group...

So...something didn't work out the way you planned. How do you handle the rejection? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing how I learned (the hard way) how to bounce back after I felt like life had knocked me down.   SHOW NOTES:  https://juliekimconsulting.com/podcast/   CONQUER COLLEGE ADMISSIONS MEMBERSHIP: https://juliekimconsulting.com/membership   FACEBOOK GROU...

Are you wondering if the college admissions journey can be enjoyable for you or your child? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I freely share about how I have discovered a way to help students not only get into their dream Ivy League/Top-Tier school but also do this with a positive mindset.   SHOW NOTES:  https://juliekimconsulting.com/podcast/   THE IVY LEAGUE FORMULA WAITING LIS...

Are you trying to figure out how you or your child can stand out? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing the different kinds of passion projects and how they can be a core component of your college admissions journey. THE IVY LEAGUE FORMULA WAITING LIST https://juliekimconsulting.lpages.co/the-ivy-league-formula-waitlist/ CONQUER COLLEGE ADMISSIONS MEMBERSHIP: https:...

Are you wondering how you or your child can be different from the pile of other applicants? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing how high school students can show that they are extraordinary. MAILING LIST: http s://juliekimconsulting.com/ CONQUER COLLEGE ADMISSIONS MEMBERSHIP: https://juliekimconsulting.com/membership SHOW NOTES:  https://juliekimconsulting.com/pod...

Are you wondering if you or your child can create a passion project in a matter of months? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be interviewing my students, Mariana and Saanvi, about how each of them were able to channel their passions into a scalable passion project. THE IVY LEAGUE FORMULA WAITING LIST: https://juliekimconsulting.lpages.co/the-ivy-league-formula-waitlist/ CO...

Are you doing a bunch of different things and getting overwhelmed by what's on your plate? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be interviewing my student, Christina, about how she discovered a common theme to her long list of extracurriculars, consolidated her energy into one passion project, and then scaled it. Tune in to hear Christina's zeal and dedication that will inspi...

Is there a secret formula for getting into Ivy Leagues/Top-Tier schools? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing key traits that college admission officers are looking for. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: 3 key factors that stand out to admission officers Why I have all of my students work on passion projects The importance of demonstrating your interests NOT...

Are you wondering if an Ivy League/Top-Tier College is right for you? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing my candid, unfiltered thoughts regarding my USC/Harvard experience. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: What was one of my biggest takeaways from attending Harvard How the people you surround yourself with impact your level of motivation What kind of mind...

Are you mapping out your (or your child's) summer plans? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing the pros and cons of summer programs, as well as what will help you (or your child) stand out. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: What a good reason for attending a summer program is How you can stand out When you should start searching for your passions What college...

Are you stressing out about your (or your child's) college visits? Don't worry! We're here to help. In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, we have our guest, Moira McCullough, the founder of College Scoops. Enlisting student and parent ambassadors, College Scoops provides both college-bound students and parents with the inside scoop that goes beyond what is available on college websit...

Are you feeling discouraged about your current GPA? Don't give up!! There is still hope! In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing how colleges actually assess your GPA.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: How your mindset is crucial  What college admission officers look for in your transcript The #1 mistake made when a student does not do well on a test How you...

Are you starting to worry about how you (or your child) are going to pay for college? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, we have guest, Denise Thomas, whose mission is to educate parents who take an active role in supporting their children to live a life of financial freedom. Denise, a financial coach and international best selling author who has helped both of her children get th...

Are you wondering how you can stand out amongst other college applicants? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm going to share the key to rising to the cream of the crop. This is an efficient, direct way of expanding on your academic and personal interests so make sure to tune in!    WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: How to gain clarity on your academic interests Why netwo...

Are you searching for your passion? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I'm going to debunk some myths about passion and also share some useful tips on how to discover what you're passionate about. This is NOT just for your college application, but this is also an important step towards discovering who you are and what you love.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: How a pass...