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
118: 4 Things I'd Tell Parents Who Want to Wait Until Their Student Is Less Busy to Start College Prep 07.11.2026 51:57
If you think your student should wait to start college prep until they are less busy, this episode is for you. I share 4 things I tell parents in this situation to offer a different perspective and explain why starting early is so beneficial for busy students. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at yo...
117: Think It's Too Late for Your Junior? Here's How I Helped Nina Build a Standout Engineering Application and Get Accepted into 4 Ivy League Schools 29.10.2026 56:56
I am joined by my former student Nina, and her mom Salaam, to talk about Nina's experience working with us as a junior in high school. Nina is currently at Yale University and we discuss the ways we shaped her application to help her stand out as an applicant, even coming from a very competitive district. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-f...
116: Your Student Launched an App or Non Profit... Now What? Here's How to Scale to Reach 100+ People 22.10.2026 30:17
In this episode, I share 3 strategies your student can use to scale their Impact Project to a meaningful level by reaching hundreds of people. Let's make sure your student's idea can make a significant difference in people's lives on a large scale. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at youngcollegepre...
115: Sophomore Year Case Study: 1280 to 1520 SAT, 2 Research Internships, and a STEM IMPACT Project That Raised $85,000. Here's Exactly How We Did it in 18 Months 09.10.2026 59:17
I am joined by my student Jaden, and his father James, for a conversation about their experience working with Young College Prep. We review Jaden's successful college prep process, and both Jaden and James share how they benefited from coaching and support along the way. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn m...
114: How to Step Back From Your Teen's College Prep Without Letting Things Fall Through the Cracks 01.10.2026 39:53
In this episode, I share why it is important for your student to take ownership of their college prep process. I explain how you can gradually shift ownership to your teen, setting them up for long-term success. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Learn more at youngcollegeprep.com and @jana etutoring . Join ...
113: My Student Is Doing Everything "Right" on Paper - So Why Don't They Stand Out? 23.09.2026 24:11
I share 3 questions to help your student do the important differentiation work that will enable them to stand out among their peers. Standing out on their college applications is key to helping them get accepted to their dream schools and securing the scholarships they want. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consult Le...
112: So How Did Our Class of 2026 Do? Senior Results Reveal + 5 Rapid Fire Lessons for Your Student 16.09.2026 40:04
In this episode, I share how our class of 2026 did so we can celebrate their wins! I reveal where they got accepted, the wide range of their majors, how much money they earned in merit scholarships, and the impressive impact of their IMPACT projects. I also highlight 5 lessons learned from this data that your student can use as they prepare for college admissions. Schedule a Consult to Work with C...
111: "My Child Looks like Everyone Else" - Here's How We Fix It 11.09.2026 32:35
If you think your student looks like every other student on their college application, this episode is for you. I share why this is such a common issue and explain how we help students develop the skills needed to differentiate themselves. These skills not only help them stand out during the college application process, but also continue to benefit them for the rest of their lives. Schedule a Cons...
110: If I Had a Sophomore Starting From Scratch This School Year, Here's What I Would NOT Have Them Do 02.09.2026 41:49
In this episode, I'm sharing an "anti-plan" that outlines what a sophomore should NOT do this school year if they are interested in attending an Ivy League or Top 20 school, or winning merit scholarships. Listen to hear how your student can make sure they're taking the right action for their goals. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-...
109: $100K+ Merit Scholarships Are a Recruiting Strategy - Here's What That Means for Your Student 27.08.2026 22:35
If your student is interested in merit scholarships, this episode is for you. I explain that merit scholarships are a recruiting strategy schools use to attract top applicants, and I share exactly what this means for your student so they know how to win the scholarships they want. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-consu...
108: Your Student Will Stand Out for Ivy Leagues this School Year by Doing Less. Not More. 19.08.2026 30:08
If your student wants to stand out this year they need to do less, not more. While this may sound counterintuitive, in this episode I explain why this is the best strategy for students applying to Ivy League and Top 20 schools. 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 @janaetutori...
107: Before School Starts: The 5 Decisions Every Ivy-Bound Student Needs to Make for 9th - 11th Grade 12.08.2026 31:09
Every Ivy-Bound student needs to make 5 decisions before school starts again this fall. These decisions will help them create a strategy for the upcoming school year. In this episode, I share 5 questions for your student to consider to help make these decisions now. Also referenced in this episode, Episode 61: If Your Student is Feeling Burned Out, Have Them Try This Back to School Quadrant Exerci...
106: The 4-Year Plan: The Strategy You Need to Hear for Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior Year Before School Starts 07.08.2026 47:00
In this episode, I outline the strategy your student needs for each year of high school as they prepare to apply to Ivy League and Top 20 schools. This plan will help your student avoid wasting time and allow them to leverage the moment they're in for maximum impact on their future. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/preparing-for-your-dream-school-con...
105: How I'd Help Your Student Find Their Winning Application Theme in Only 60 Minutes/Week this Summer 23.07.2026 28:19
In this episode, I share the 4 questions I would ask your student to help them discover their winning application theme. An application theme is like your student's personal brand. A strong application theme will help your student stand out and get accepted into their top schools or win top merit scholarships. Schedule a Consult to Work with Coach Janae: https://calendly.com/d/cqp5-j4w-vzx/prepari...
104: Your Student Missed the Internship Window This Summer - Here's How We Land Them One in the Next 6 Months 15.07.2026 34:18
If your student did not secure an internship this summer, this episode will outline your next steps. I share the 3 specific actions you can take to help your student land an internship within the next 6 months. 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 . Join Ivy L...
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...
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