Janae Young
Get Accepted
The Get Accepted podcast hosted by Stanford Alumni and College Admissions Expert Janae Young is a start to finish guide for high school students and parents on how to get accepted into highly competitive schools and win 6-figure and full-ride merit scholarships.
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Episodes
103: How to Know If Your Student Has Enough to Write Ivy-Level Essays - A Junior Year Checklist 08.07.2026 39:40
In this episode, I share 4 questions to help you determine if your student is prepared to write Ivy League-level essays next year. Use this episode as a checklist to evaluate your student's current progress and identify what they need to work on in the upcoming year to prepare for the college application process. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/prep...
102: "My Student is Behind" - a 90 Day Plan for How We Can Turn Your Student's Future Application Around this Summer Without Burning Them Out 02.07.2026 41:33
Do you feel like your student is behind? In this episode, I share how you can use the next 90 days to go from "behind" to "ahead" this summer. I outline 3 core phases help your student make significant progress in the application process without burning out. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at jana...
101: The 4 Phases to Develop a Winning Personal Statement {And What to Do During Sophomore and Junior Year to Create Stand Out Essays in the Future} 26.06.2026 47:53
In this episode, I discuss essay narrative building and outline the four-step process I use to coach students as they build a personal statement. Learn how to create essays that stand out in the college admissions process. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at janaetutoring.com and @janaetutoring...
100: The Top 4 Priorities Your Rising Junior Needs to Focus on This Summer to Get Ahead and Avoid a Stressful Junior Year 18.06.2026 36:01
In this episode, I share the 4 things your rising junior needs to focus on this summer to have a stress-free junior year. Learn the framework your student can use this summer to set them up for a successful and peaceful school year. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at janaetutoring.com and @janae...
99: Answering FAQs About IMPACT100 Before We Close on Sunday 29.05.2026 57:30
Enrollment for IMPACT100 closes on Sunday, May 31. In this episode, I'm answering some frequently asked questions about the program so you have the information needed to determine if IMPACT100 is right for your student. Enroll in the IMPACT100 Program here: https://janaetutoring.com/impact100 Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-drea...
98: How Mazi Built a 500-Person IMPACT Project as a Sophomore and Transformed His Pre-Med Journey 27.05.2026 50:41
In this episode, I am joined by my student, Mazi, who talks about how he started his IMPACT Project. Mazi shares the benefits of scaling his project as a sophomore and how it has transformed his application process. Enroll in the IMPACT100 Program here: https://janaetutoring.com/impact100 Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-sc...
97: How Ellie Scaled Her IMPACT Project to 10,000 People in 6 Months - and Won a Full Ride 26.05.2026 50:26
In this episode, I am joined by my student, Ellie, who shares her experience scaling her IMPACT Project. Ellie discusses how she scaled her IMPACT Project with a minimal time commitment and the various ways it continues to benefit both her and others. Enroll in the IMPACT100 Program here: https://janaetutoring.com/impact100 Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5...
96: How I'll Help Your Student Find Their Unique Idea and Scale to 100+ People in Only 4 Hours a Month 20.05.2026 40:04
Many people's objection to an IMPACT Project is that their student is already too busy. In this episode, I explain how your student can actually feel less busy and save time with an IMPACT Project. I outline how I can help your student find their unique idea for an IMPACT Project and scale it to more than 100 people in just 4 hours a month. Enroll in the IMPACT100 Program here: https://janaetutor...
95: IMPACT100: A Full Breakdown of My New Offer, Who It's For, What's Included, and FAQs 18.05.2026 1:02:48
I'm introducing my new offer: IMPACT100! In this episode, I share everything you need to know about this offer. Hear who this offer is for and learn what is included so you can decide if IMPACT100 is right for your student. Enroll in the IMPACT100 Program here: https://janaetutoring.com/impact100 Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-d...
94: A Deep Dive into My Story - My Stats Didn't Get Me into Stanford - My IMPACT Project Did 14.05.2026 48:59
In this episode, I deep dive into the story of my IMPACT Project and how it helped me get into Stanford. You'll hear how I started imperfectly, the decisions I made along the way, and how my experience shapes my coaching today. Register for "How Your Student Can Launch a Passion Project That Gets Them into a T20 School in Only 90 Days This Summer" on May 17th at 5 pm EST: https://janaetutoring.co...
93: Why A+ Students Aren't Getting into the Top Schools They Should Be and What to Do Instead 12.05.2026 23:59
The game has changed in college admissions and many students are doing all the "right" things but still not getting the results they want from the college application process. I explain the shift that has occurred in college admissions and share what students should do to differentiate themselves as applicants to top schools. Register for "How Your Student Can Launch a Passion Project That Gets Th...
92: How Your Student's IMPACT Project Will Get Them into T20 Schools, Broken Down by Major (Med, Business, Law, Engineering, CS) 06.05.2026 39:51
In this episode, I share exactly how an IMPACT Project can transform your student's application based on their intended major. I give examples based on 5 popular majors to show how a strategic IMPACT Project can benefit your student's portfolio as they apply to Ivy League and Top 20 colleges. Register for "How Your Student Can Launch a Passion Project That Gets Them into a T20 School in Only 90 Da...
91: What is an IMPACT Project? + Why I Think It's the Most Strategic Thing Your Student Can Do This Summer from 7th to 11th Grade 29.04.2026 44:42
I explain what an IMPACT Project is and how important it is for students applying to Ivy League and Top 20 schools. I also share the valuable strategy behind launching an IMPACT Project this summer. Register for "How Your Student Can Launch a Passion Project That Gets Them into a T20 School in Only 90 Days This Summer" on May 17th at 5 pm EST: https://janaetutoring.com/impact-project-webinar Sched...
90: The YCP Learning Model: Why Weekly Calls + 1:1 Calls Are a Gamechanger for Your Student's Support 22.04.2026 1:05:06
In this episode, I explain the Young College Prep Learning Model used in Ivy League Acceptance, our 12-month college acceptance program. I outline the Learning Model's unique structure and highlight the 5 ways it is so helpful for students in all areas of their educational career and life. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-sc...
89: Answering a FAQ from 8th/9th Grade Parents - Are We Too Early to Start College Prep? 15.04.2026 26:59
I often hear parents ask if 8th or 9th grade is too early to start preparing for college. I share my advice for 8th and 9th grade students and outline the strategy I think is most helpful for students as they begin college prep. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at janaetutoring.com and @janaetutor...
88: Does Attending a Competitive High School Make it Harder for My Student to Get into Their Top School? 08.04.2026 34:22
In this episode, I discuss how attending a private or highly competitive high school impacts college admissions. I highlight 3 trends I've observed and offer advice for students planning their path to a top-tier college. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at janaetutoring.com and @janaetutoring . J...
87: How I'd Coach a Sophomore Over the Next 12 Months Who Feels Unsure About Their Career Path, But Wants to Get into Top Schools 01.04.2026 34:01
It is normal for a sophomore to feel unsure about their intended college major or career plan. However, students need to present a clear and decisive narrative to stand out to college admissions officers. In this episode, I outline a four-step strategy I'd use to coach an undecided sophomore who wants to attend an Ivy League or T20 school. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://cale...
86: My Dos and Don'ts for Course Selection Decisions 24.03.2026 30:06
In this episode, I share my recommendations on course selection. I explain how you can make decisions on which classes your student should take, while factoring in their unique situations and how these decisions will affect their college applications. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at janaetutori...
85: Building the Profile: Saying "No" to Good Activities to Build Depth in Great Ones 13.03.2026 34:32
Students often spread themselves too thin across many activities rather than deeply developing a few key areas that will truly differentiate their applications. In this episode, I share some coaching I recently gave a student about the importance of saying "no" to good opportunities in order to focus on building a strong Ivy League profile. I also share examples from my own experiences to show how...
84: 5 Case Studies: What My Students Actually Did the Summer Before Getting Into Ivy Leagues 06.03.2026 45:56
In this episode I share 5 case studies to show what my former students did over the summer before getting accepted into their dream school. To learn more about summer programs, listen to Episode 71: The $10K Summer Programs Your Junior Doesn't Actually Need (And What to Do Instead) and Episode 29: Do Summer Programs Look "Bad" to Colleges? Here's the Truth... Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach...
83: How to Expand the Reach of a Passion Project: Self-Created Audiences vs. Borrowed Audiences 25.02.2026 27:33
I discuss the concept of self-created audiences versus borrowed audiences, and explain how a student can apply this concept to their passion project. By sharing a mix of my personal and business experiences, I show how students can avoid common mistakes and get their passion projects off the ground quickly. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-...
82: Listen to This 7-Question Diagnostic to Gauge if Your Sophomore is on Track for Top Schools 20.02.2026 37:41
In this episode, I'm sharing a replay of part of a recent live sophomore strategy session. You'll learn what sophomores should be thinking about this year, and hear a 7-question diagnostic to help you determine if your sophomore is on track for acceptance at top schools. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn...
81: A Deep Dive Into My 10-Year Journey: 20 Questions with Coach Janae 12.02.2026 1:01:05
I recently celebrated my 10th year in business! As a part of celebrating this milestone, I was asked a series of questions about my journey. I'm sharing some of those questions and answers with you today so you can learn more about my life, my business, and what is important to me. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-con...
80: Why Being Well Rounded is a Myth (And What to Do Instead in 2026) 04.02.2026 29:19
In this episode, I share an opinion that is a little controversial - that being well rounded is a myth. I explain why being well rounded is actually hurting your student's admissions chances, and what I recommend they do instead. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at janaetutoring.com and @janaetuto...
79: Why the Next 4 Months Can Completely Change How Your Student's Extracurriculars are Viewed by Top Schools Senior Year 21.01.2026 19:15
Today I discuss how extracurricular activities are tracked and evaluated for college applications and explain why it is so important to start extracurricular activities early. I share timing strategies for initiating extracurricular activities to ensure they demonstrate sufficient commitment to admissions officers. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/pr...
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