The pandemic disrupted college admissions in ways that will have long term effects. - Test optional became the norm - More virtual visit options - Lack of in-person visits - Yieldability is the new buzz word
All of these factors make the process more equitable but increasingly uncertain. And while uncertainty can be scary, it can also be liberating.
You can focus your energy on activities you love rather than trying to guess what colleges want. Here are the top ten lessons learned.
GO DEEP IN THINGS YOU LOVE
The pandemic gave many students the opportunity to take a pause and redirect their efforts toward things they really love.
One of our clients was an avid sports fan. While many students love athletics, he revolved his studying, activities, and life around watching, analyzing, and writing about sports.
It’s often difficult for parents, and in some instances kids, to accept the reality of the current admissions cycle.
I often hear, “But I/they worked so hard in high school; they deserve to get into Duke or Princeton” or any other highly selective college.
UNDERSTAND AND PLAY TO YOUR STRENGTHS
Students who understand and play to their strengths have a much easier time communicating their stories.
Samantha, a future nursing student, had difficulty learning in a traditional classroom setting. But she discovered that once she was in a hands-on learning environment, her ability to learn increased tenfold.