Want to know what it takes to get admitted into your dream college?
Join expert college admissions consultant, Kelly Chester, as she shares how top applicants successfully plan for the competitive admissions process. In addition to providing insight into the various phases of the application process, the Junior Jumpstart to College Admissions also teaches students how to identify strengths and talents so they can effectively market themselves through each and every component of their college application. Students will complete a self-evaluation, build a balanced college list and discuss outstanding ways to develop applications that will resonate with college admissions officers in an effort to stand out and get admitted.
What You Can Expect:
A comprehensive introduction to the college admissions process
Tips that have helped over 95% of Kelly Chester’s applicants get admitted into at least one of their top three colleges each year, including the nation’s most competitive Ivy League universities
A fun and modern approach to the everchanging admissions process
Strategies to break down and complete the various components of each college application
11 Lectures, 10+ resources and a College Match Quiz
Course Overview:
Top College Admissions Trends
Learn top 2022-2023 admissions trends and expert insight that will help you get admitted this season!
College Admissions Timeline
The most successful applicants begin the process early! Allow Kelly Chester to guide you so that you are able to tackle every part of the admissions process effectively. Included in this lecture is the Application Workshop College Admissions Timeline.
Self-Evaluation and “Major” Decision
Complete Application Workshop’s Self-Evaluation and observe a mock transcript review so that you can identify academic strengths and weaknesses. After doing so, begin to explore college majors that correspond to your talents and interests. Included in this lecture is Application Workshop’s Self-Evaluation.
Building a College List
A well-balanced college list with numerous Reach, Match and Safety is an essential part of the college application process. Learn how to choose schools and programs that match your preferences and goals. Included in this lecture is Application Workshop’s College List Guide, Dream College Clusters, College Deadline Organizer and College Match Quiz.
Pitch Perfect: Marketing Yourself to Colleges
Top applicants are experts at marketing themselves. You will learn how to identify what makes you an outstanding applicant so that you can develop a narrative throughout your application. Included in this lecture is my Pitch Perfect Exercise .
Activity Roadmap
Extracurricular activities are more important than ever before. Kelly Chester will guide you through an Activity Roadmap workshop that will allow you to seek out a variety of rich, unique projects, internships and opportunities that correlate with your intended major and/or minor. Included in this lecture is Application Workshop’s Activity Roadmap.
College Application Components
A comprehensive introduction to what you as an applicant will need to complete and submit during the application process. Kelly Chester will discuss personal essays, supplemental essays, universal applications and resumes. Included in this lecture is an Application Checklist.
Bonus Material
Requesting Recommendation Letters: A quick and easy lesson on the ins and outs of recommendation letters.
Top Book Recommendations for College Applicants: Colleges want to admit applicants who demonstrate a love of learning. Review my top book recommendations for college applicants.
