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Shift - College admissions in a changing worldTwo girls in Alabama got into Harvard. Here's how they got in.Maddie and Trinity were two smart girls in their local school in Alabama. They never thought they could get into Harvard. They were both admitted through their ingenuity and hard work, along with the guidance of Olivia Jones at Impact Tutoring Services (who set up this interview). In this interview, we hear directly from Maddie and Trinity about what they did that set them apart from their classmates and helped them get into Harvard, with tons of great insights.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score...2024-08-1437 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTwo girls in Alabama got into Harvard. Here's how they got in.Maddie and Trinity were two smart girls in their local school in Alabama. They never thought they could get into Harvard. They were both admitted through their ingenuity and hard work, along with the guidance of Olivia Jones at Impact Tutoring Services (who set up this interview). In this interview, we hear directly from Maddie and Trinity about what they did that set them apart from their classmates and helped them get into Harvard, with tons of great insights.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score...2024-08-1437 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWalkthrough of five CLT Quantitative (Math) practice questionsHow do CLT questions differ from ACT or SAT questions? Let's take a look. Clay Daniel, founder of Clayborne Test Prep and Tutoring, has spent significant time with the founders of the CLT and is one of the country's first and most prominent CLT tutors. In this podcast, Clay walks us through five CLT Quantitative Reasoning practice questions to show how the exam tests logical reasoning more than calculation skills.
To follow along the questions, visit https://bit.ly/CLTQuantPracticeSet1 . Thank you Clayborne for providing this material.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning t...2024-08-0734 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWalkthrough of five CLT Quantitative (Math) practice questionsHow do CLT questions differ from ACT or SAT questions? Let's take a look. Clay Daniel, founder of Clayborne Test Prep and Tutoring, has spent significant time with the founders of the CLT and is one of the country's first and most prominent CLT tutors. In this podcast, Clay walks us through five CLT Quantitative Reasoning practice questions to show how the exam tests logical reasoning more than calculation skills.
To follow along the questions, visit https://bit.ly/CLTQuantPracticeSet1 . Thank you Clayborne for providing this material.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning t...2024-08-0734 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldAn introduction to the Classic Learning Test (CLT)What is the CLT? And why is it becoming an upstart alternative to the ACT and SAT? Clay Daniel, founder of Clayborne Test Prep and Tutoring, has spent significant time with the founders of the CLT and is one of the country's first and most prominent CLT tutors. In this podcast, Clay gives you an overview of what the CLT is, why it was created, who it is for, and how it differs from the ACT and SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit...2024-07-3135 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldAn introduction to the Classic Learning Test (CLT)What is the CLT? And why is it becoming an upstart alternative to the ACT and SAT? Clay Daniel, founder of Clayborne Test Prep and Tutoring, has spent significant time with the founders of the CLT and is one of the country's first and most prominent CLT tutors. In this podcast, Clay gives you an overview of what the CLT is, why it was created, who it is for, and how it differs from the ACT and SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit...2024-07-3135 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to ace college admissions: a walkthrough from elementary school to college acceptanceEver want a complete guide to the college admissions process from childhood through acceptance? We've got you covered. Nat Crawford is a Stanford PhD, founder of Improve Your English and college admissions counselor. In this episode, Nat shares the advice he gives high-powered Silicon Valley families about the college admissions process, starting from elementary school and walking you through every year until your child is accepted at their dream university.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source...2024-07-2444 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to ace college admissions: a walkthrough from elementary school to college acceptanceEver want a complete guide to the college admissions process from childhood through acceptance? We've got you covered. Nat Crawford is a Stanford PhD, founder of Improve Your English and college admissions counselor. In this episode, Nat shares the advice he gives high-powered Silicon Valley families about the college admissions process, starting from elementary school and walking you through every year until your child is accepted at their dream university.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source...2024-07-2444 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhy you should (or shouldn't) use AI to help with your college admissions essays, and how to do soChatGPT and other tools are all the rage right now, but should you use them to help with your college admissions essays? Elton Lin, founder of Ilumin Education in California, has helped students get into top programs nationwide for over a decade. In this episode, Elton shares how schools are handling AI and how to use AI to help you with your essays while still following the essay rules for all colleges.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview...2024-07-1228 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhy you should (or shouldn't) use AI to help with your college admissions essays, and how to do soChatGPT and other tools are all the rage right now, but should you use them to help with your college admissions essays? Elton Lin, founder of Ilumin Education in California, has helped students get into top programs nationwide for over a decade. In this episode, Elton shares how schools are handling AI and how to use AI to help you with your essays while still following the essay rules for all colleges.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview...2024-07-1228 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to find good practice questions for the new digital SATThe new digital SAT is just a year old, so there aren't as many resources out there yet for people looking to practice it. How do you find the good ones? Dave Lynch, founder of StudyLark, has tutored students on the SAT for almost 20 years. In this episode, Dave shares his advice for finding good practice questions for the new digital SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-06-2722 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to find good practice questions for the new digital SATThe new digital SAT is just a year old, so there aren't as many resources out there yet for people looking to practice it. How do you find the good ones? Dave Lynch, founder of StudyLark, has tutored students on the SAT for almost 20 years. In this episode, Dave shares his advice for finding good practice questions for the new digital SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-06-2722 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTop 5 tips for the SAT Math sectionLooking for an edge on the SAT Math section? Jeffrey Dalton has been a teacher and SAT tutor for 14 years, and works with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education. In this episode, Jeffrey shares his top 5 tips for acing the SAT Math section on the digital SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-06-2021 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTop 5 tips for the SAT Math sectionLooking for an edge on the SAT Math section? Jeffrey Dalton has been a teacher and SAT tutor for 14 years, and works with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education. In this episode, Jeffrey shares his top 5 tips for acing the SAT Math section on the digital SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-06-2021 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTop 5 tips for the SAT Reading and Writing sectionReady to conquer the SAT Reading and Writing section? Jeffrey Dalton has been a teacher and SAT tutor for 14 years, and works with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education. In this episode, Jeffrey shares his top 5 tips for acing the SAT Reading and Writing section on the digital SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-06-1326 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTop 5 tips for the SAT Reading and Writing sectionReady to conquer the SAT Reading and Writing section? Jeffrey Dalton has been a teacher and SAT tutor for 14 years, and works with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education. In this episode, Jeffrey shares his top 5 tips for acing the SAT Reading and Writing section on the digital SAT.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-06-1326 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHarvard's response to SCOTUS: how to write the new application essayIn response to the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action, Harvard added a new essay topic asking specifically about how your background influenced you. Nat Crawford is a Stanford PhD, founder of Improve Your English and college admissions counselor. In this episode, Nat shares why Harvard added this new optional essay to their application, why you should always answer it even if you are not from an underrepresented background, and tips for getting the biggest impact from your essay.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit...2024-06-0719 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHarvard's response to SCOTUS: how to write the new application essayIn response to the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action, Harvard added a new essay topic asking specifically about how your background influenced you. Nat Crawford is a Stanford PhD, founder of Improve Your English and college admissions counselor. In this episode, Nat shares why Harvard added this new optional essay to their application, why you should always answer it even if you are not from an underrepresented background, and tips for getting the biggest impact from your essay.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit...2024-06-0719 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: 9 mistakes to avoid when applying to highly selective schoolsGetting into the top schools is tough enough, but if you make one of these key mistakes it can severely hurt your chances of getting admitted. Sam Hassell is one of the owners at Westchester Prep, and directs their college advising team. In this episode, Sam shares the 9 key mistakes he sees when students apply to the top colleges in the country and how to avoid them.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/#s=podcast to try it...2024-05-291h 05Shift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: 9 mistakes to avoid when applying to highly selective schoolsGetting into the top schools is tough enough, but if you make one of these key mistakes it can severely hurt your chances of getting admitted. Sam Hassell is one of the owners at Westchester Prep, and directs their college advising team. In this episode, Sam shares the 9 key mistakes he sees when students apply to the top colleges in the country and how to avoid them.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/#s=podcast to try it...2024-05-291h 05Shift - College admissions in a changing worldWhat impact has the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action had on this year's college admissions cycleThe SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action was monumental, but how did it actually affect admissions? Elton Lin, founder of Ilumin Education in California, has helped students get into top programs nationwide for over a decade, and weaves life coaching and career advice into his practice. In this hour-long episode, Elton walks through the impact of the SCOTUS ruling on admissions chances for different students that he worked with and what he is hearing from other counsellors.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable...2024-05-2221 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhat impact has the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action had on this year's college admissions cycleThe SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action was monumental, but how did it actually affect admissions? Elton Lin, founder of Ilumin Education in California, has helped students get into top programs nationwide for over a decade, and weaves life coaching and career advice into his practice. In this hour-long episode, Elton walks through the impact of the SCOTUS ruling on admissions chances for different students that he worked with and what he is hearing from other counsellors.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable...2024-05-2221 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: How to make the most of your college experience academicallyFor many, college is the pinnacle of your academic career, so how do you make the most of it? Louis Newman is former Dean of Academic Advising at Stanford University and now the author of the new book "Thinking Critically in College: The Essential Handbook for Student Success." In this episode, Louis shares advice for making the most of the academic part of your college experience, both to learn and to set you up for a successful career.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit...2024-05-1552 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: How to make the most of your college experience academicallyFor many, college is the pinnacle of your academic career, so how do you make the most of it? Louis Newman is former Dean of Academic Advising at Stanford University and now the author of the new book "Thinking Critically in College: The Essential Handbook for Student Success." In this episode, Louis shares advice for making the most of the academic part of your college experience, both to learn and to set you up for a successful career.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit...2024-05-1552 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to solve different Evidence-based Reading question types on the digital SATLooking to ace the SAT Evidence-based Reading section? Dave Lynch, founder of StudyLark, has tutored students on the SAT for almost 20 years. In this episode, Dave shares his best tips for simplifying and solving the various problem types you'll find on the SAT Evidence-based Reading section.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-05-0835 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to solve different Evidence-based Reading question types on the digital SATLooking to ace the SAT Evidence-based Reading section? Dave Lynch, founder of StudyLark, has tutored students on the SAT for almost 20 years. In this episode, Dave shares his best tips for simplifying and solving the various problem types you'll find on the SAT Evidence-based Reading section.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-05-0835 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: How students can develop the organizational skills and executive functioning they need for college and beyondThe biggest challenge that students face when they go to college is being on top of everything on their own. Sasha Chada is founder and CEO of Ivy Scholars, whose students have 7X the admission rate to Stanford, Columbia, MIT, and other top schools. In this mega-episode, Sasha explains the fundamental importance of organizational skills and executive functioning - not just for college, but for the rest of someone's life - and how teens can develop these skills ahead of college.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your...2024-05-0152 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: How students can develop the organizational skills and executive functioning they need for college and beyondThe biggest challenge that students face when they go to college is being on top of everything on their own. Sasha Chada is founder and CEO of Ivy Scholars, whose students have 7X the admission rate to Stanford, Columbia, MIT, and other top schools. In this mega-episode, Sasha explains the fundamental importance of organizational skills and executive functioning - not just for college, but for the rest of someone's life - and how teens can develop these skills ahead of college.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your...2024-05-0152 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldThe new Digital SAT: how it changes your admissions strategyThe SAT made a major shift this year to being digital and adaptive. How does that affect your college applications? Nat Crawford, Stanford PhD, founder of Improve Your English and college admissions counsellor, works with superstar high school students in the San Francisco Bay Area every year. In this episode, Nat shares how the new digital and adaptive SAT affect SAT scores and how that will impact college admissions.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast...2024-04-2424 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldThe new Digital SAT: how it changes your admissions strategyThe SAT made a major shift this year to being digital and adaptive. How does that affect your college applications? Nat Crawford, Stanford PhD, founder of Improve Your English and college admissions counsellor, works with superstar high school students in the San Francisco Bay Area every year. In this episode, Nat shares how the new digital and adaptive SAT affect SAT scores and how that will impact college admissions.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast...2024-04-2424 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldShould I submit my standardized test scores?With test-optional policies in retreat, how does this change whether you should submit your standardized test scores? Stephen Friedfeld is the cofounder of AcceptU, an admissions consulting firm since 2010 that only employs former admissions officers. In this episode, Stephen shares his tips for navigating the test-optional landscape and how you should make the decision on whether to submit test scores.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-04-1724 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldShould I submit my standardized test scores?With test-optional policies in retreat, how does this change whether you should submit your standardized test scores? Stephen Friedfeld is the cofounder of AcceptU, an admissions consulting firm since 2010 that only employs former admissions officers. In this episode, Stephen shares his tips for navigating the test-optional landscape and how you should make the decision on whether to submit test scores.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-04-1724 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow the SCOTUS affirmative action decision will affect college admissionsThe SCOTUS decision to strike down affirmative action will change college admissions, but how? Shane Bybee has run Bybee College Prep for almost a decade and has helped thousands of students get into college. In this episode, Shane shares his thoughts on the SCOTUS affirmative action decision and how it's going to impact college admissions going forward.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-04-1026 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow the SCOTUS affirmative action decision will affect college admissionsThe SCOTUS decision to strike down affirmative action will change college admissions, but how? Shane Bybee has run Bybee College Prep for almost a decade and has helped thousands of students get into college. In this episode, Shane shares his thoughts on the SCOTUS affirmative action decision and how it's going to impact college admissions going forward.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-04-1026 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWays to raise your ACT English scoreThe ACT English is one of the easiest parts of the ACT to improve your score on, and we'll tell you why. Mary Johnson is the ACT English and Reading lead at Odyssey College Prep and the author of the English and Reading sections of Achievable's ACT course. In this episode, Mary shares the key tactics and strategies you can use to ace the ACT English section and raise your score.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm...2024-04-0316 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWays to raise your ACT English scoreThe ACT English is one of the easiest parts of the ACT to improve your score on, and we'll tell you why. Mary Johnson is the ACT English and Reading lead at Odyssey College Prep and the author of the English and Reading sections of Achievable's ACT course. In this episode, Mary shares the key tactics and strategies you can use to ace the ACT English section and raise your score.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm...2024-04-0316 minShift - College admissions in a changing world6 takeaways from new Ivy League testing requirements (Dartmouth, Yale, Brown)Dartmouth kicked off a wave of Ivy League and other colleges reinstating their SAT or ACT requirement for applicants - a massive shift away from test-optional policies. Sam Hassell is one of the owners at Westchester Prep, and directs their college advising team. In this episode, Sam and Tyler talk through the implications of these defections from the test-optional status quo, why test-optional didn't work for these schools, and what to expect in the future.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.2024-03-2843 minShift - College admissions in a changing world6 takeaways from new Ivy League testing requirements (Dartmouth, Yale, Brown)Dartmouth kicked off a wave of Ivy League and other colleges reinstating their SAT or ACT requirement for applicants - a massive shift away from test-optional policies. Sam Hassell is one of the owners at Westchester Prep, and directs their college advising team. In this episode, Sam and Tyler talk through the implications of these defections from the test-optional status quo, why test-optional didn't work for these schools, and what to expect in the future.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.2024-03-2843 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: How to select an ACT or SAT test prep program based on your commitments, schedule, and budgetACT and SAT preparation are a key component of the college admissions process, so how to tackle it? Annie Tadros is the Director of My College Prep Online (formerly AM Tutoring) and has 25 years of professional tutoring experience. In this episode, Annie shares her advice on selecting an SAT or ACT test prep program, including key considerations related to your schedule and budget.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-03-2055 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: How to select an ACT or SAT test prep program based on your commitments, schedule, and budgetACT and SAT preparation are a key component of the college admissions process, so how to tackle it? Annie Tadros is the Director of My College Prep Online (formerly AM Tutoring) and has 25 years of professional tutoring experience. In this episode, Annie shares her advice on selecting an SAT or ACT test prep program, including key considerations related to your schedule and budget.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/act/overview/?utm_source=podcast to try it for free.
2024-03-2055 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTips for applying to college as a prospective college athleteApplying to colleges as a prospective athlete can be a big boost to your candidacy, but only if you do it in the right way. Joan Casey is the founder of Educational Advocates College Consulting and has been advising students on test prep and college admissions for almost 20 years. In this episode, she shares her tips applying to college as a prospective college athlete, including specific advice for athletes during the admissions process, building your resume, reaching out to coaches, and more.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost...2024-03-1430 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTips for applying to college as a prospective college athleteApplying to colleges as a prospective athlete can be a big boost to your candidacy, but only if you do it in the right way. Joan Casey is the founder of Educational Advocates College Consulting and has been advising students on test prep and college admissions for almost 20 years. In this episode, she shares her tips applying to college as a prospective college athlete, including specific advice for athletes during the admissions process, building your resume, reaching out to coaches, and more.
Achievable's ACT prep course uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost...2024-03-1430 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to study for AP History examsAP History exams are tricky, and you need to take special care studying for them. Jason Morgan has been a college admissions counsellor for 20 years, the last 10 of which have been focused on international students. In this episode, Jason shares some key lessons from years of advising clients on their AP History exams, including tips for getting a 4 or 5 on the test.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.
2024-03-0724 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to study for AP History examsAP History exams are tricky, and you need to take special care studying for them. Jason Morgan has been a college admissions counsellor for 20 years, the last 10 of which have been focused on international students. In this episode, Jason shares some key lessons from years of advising clients on their AP History exams, including tips for getting a 4 or 5 on the test.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.
2024-03-0724 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow AI will affect college admissions and essay writingAI is here, and college admissions will never be the same. But how do you use it while still building an authentic application? Shane Bybee has run Bybee College Prep for almost a decade and has helped thousands of students get into college. In this episode, Shane shares his thoughts on AI, where it does and does not fit into your college admissions process, and how to leverage it without breaking any rules or losing your authentic voice.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our...2024-02-2831 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow AI will affect college admissions and essay writingAI is here, and college admissions will never be the same. But how do you use it while still building an authentic application? Shane Bybee has run Bybee College Prep for almost a decade and has helped thousands of students get into college. In this episode, Shane shares his thoughts on AI, where it does and does not fit into your college admissions process, and how to leverage it without breaking any rules or losing your authentic voice.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our...2024-02-2831 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to get a good ACT writing scoreThe ACT Writing section is not talked about as much, but if you're taking it, it's still important. Mary Johnson is the ACT English and Reading lead at Odyssey College Prep and the author of the English and Reading sections of Achievable's ACT course. In this episode, Mary shares the key tactics and strategies you need to ace the ACT Writing section.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.
2024-02-2122 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to get a good ACT writing scoreThe ACT Writing section is not talked about as much, but if you're taking it, it's still important. Mary Johnson is the ACT English and Reading lead at Odyssey College Prep and the author of the English and Reading sections of Achievable's ACT course. In this episode, Mary shares the key tactics and strategies you need to ace the ACT Writing section.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.
2024-02-2122 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWho is the ideal college candidate and how to become oneColleges already have an ideal candidate in mind, so how do you become that candidate? Hamada Zahawi is the CEO and founder of Write Track Admissions, a global admissions consultancy with a 93% success rate. In this episode, Hamada shares what colleges want and how to adapt your application to give them what they want without sacrificing authenticity.
Hamada shared a generous 25% off code with our listeners. Go to https://collegeadmissionsmasterycourse.com/ and use code WTAPODCAST for 25% off until March 17, 2024.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me...2024-02-1437 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWho is the ideal college candidate and how to become oneColleges already have an ideal candidate in mind, so how do you become that candidate? Hamada Zahawi is the CEO and founder of Write Track Admissions, a global admissions consultancy with a 93% success rate. In this episode, Hamada shares what colleges want and how to adapt your application to give them what they want without sacrificing authenticity.
Hamada shared a generous 25% off code with our listeners. Go to https://collegeadmissionsmasterycourse.com/ and use code WTAPODCAST for 25% off until March 17, 2024.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me...2024-02-1437 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhat to consider regarding AP classes and examsEveryone seems to want to take AP classes and exams now, but many aren't taking the right approach. Jason Morgan has been a college admissions counsellor for 20 years, the last 10 of which have been focused on international students. In this episode, Jason shares some key things that those considering AP classes and exams should be thinking about, including why taking "off-major" AP classes can be a good thing, and what AP exams you can realistically get 4s and 5s on without taking the class.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit h...2024-02-0719 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldACT national score numbers are way down - what is the cause and why?ACT released its annual score report recently, and the numbers are not good. Annie Tadros is the Director of My College Prep Online (formerly AM Tutoring) and has 25 years of professional tutoring experience. In this episode, Annie shares why she thinks ACT scores have declined nationwide for the second straight year and what you can do to buck the trend.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.
2024-01-3129 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldPreparing for tests with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning disabilitiesPreparing for tests with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning disabilities can make an already difficult task even more challenging. Linus Law, a high school student who has studied these disabilities, and Mollie Book, a special education teacher from New York, join forces to talk through the current experience for high school students with learning differences, and give practical advice for preparing for tests while managing these differences.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.
2024-01-2433 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to prepare for and ace your college admissions interviewGetting an interview request from a college can be nerve wracking for high school students. Hamada Zahawi is the CEO and founder of Write Track Admissions, a global admissions consultancy with a 93% success rate. In this episode, Hamada walks you through his strategies for preparing for the college admissions interview to ensure that you nail the interview and get admitted.
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Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit...2024-01-1737 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to prepare for the ACT and SAT with ADHD or other learning differencesPreparing for the ACT or SAT is hard enough, but it's even more difficult if you have ADHD or other learning differences. Joan Casey is the founder of Educational Advocates College Consulting and has been advising students on test prep and college admissions for almost 20 years. In this episode, she shares her tips for preparing for the ACT and SAT as a person with ADHD or other learning challenges, including how to set up your study schedule, tips for focus during studying, and how to maximize your score on test day.
Achievable is a modern test prep...2024-01-1020 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to take an ACT practice testIf you're not taking your ACT practice tests correctly, you're not getting the most value for your time or improving your ACT score as much as you could be. In this episode, Mary Johnson, ACT English and Reading lead at Odyssey College Prep and the author of the English and Reading sections of Achievable's ACT course, shares her tips for taking an effective ACT practice test that gives you an accurate understanding of how well you'll do on the real exam.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me...2024-01-0613 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldImpact of SCOTUS ruling on college essays, especially for those from underrepresented groupsNow that the SCOTUS has struck down affirmative action in all forms -except in your essay - how are essays going to change? And how does this affect the essay approach for those from underrepresented backgrounds? Steph Shyu is the founder of Admitsee - a crowdsourced database of college applications, including college applications, essays, and reviews from thousands of students. In this episode, Steph tackles this important topic and offers advice for parents and students writing their college application essays in a post-affirmative action world.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam...2023-12-2718 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldUnhooked vs. hooked students: why your chance of college admissions may be lower than you thinkColleges don't just pick the best academic applicants for their schools - they have athletes, legacy, and other admissions needs to fill. Shane Bybee has run Bybee College Prep for almost a decade and has helped thousands of students get into college. In this episode, Shane explains how college admissions works behind the scenes, why your admissions chances are lower than you think, and what you can do about it.
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2023-12-2134 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldUS college admissions tips for Latin American applicantsApplying to US colleges is tough enough, and if you're from Latin America, you can face additional challenges. Jason Morgan has been a college admissions counsellor for 20 years, the last 10 of which have been focused on international students. In this episode, Jason uses his expertise in getting Latin American students into US universities to share actionable tips and strategies for parents and students.
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2023-12-1322 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTest preferred is the new test optional: a deep dive into admissions trends in the top 100 collegesIf you're applying to top 100 colleges, should you submit your ACT or SAT score? David Blobaum is one of the co-owners of Summit Prep and a nationally recognized expert on the SAT, ACT, and college admissions. In this episode, David shares the recent studies and data that are shifting admissions officers' preferences away from test optional at the top 100 colleges.
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2023-12-0947 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldDEEP dive on how to get an academic research project published as a high school studentLooking to stand out in your college application? Getting a peer reviewed academic research project published can be a huge leg up over other applicants. Sasha Chada is founder and CEO of Ivy Scholars, whose students have 7X the admission rate to Stanford, Columbia, MIT, and other top schools. In this mega-episode, Sasha shares his playbook for finding, setting up, completing, and publishing an academic research project in a peer reviewed publication.
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2023-11-2949 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldData insights: cultural differences between colleges and how understanding them can improve your applicationSteph Shyu is the founder of Admitsee - a crowdsourced database of college applications, including college applications, essays, and reviews from thousands of students. In this episode, Steph shares insights from Admitsee's platform data on the cultural differences between colleges, and then talks about how you can highlight any cultural alignment in your application to improve your chances for admission.
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2023-11-2220 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega episode: How to get impactful letters of recommendation - a complete walkthroughThere is a big different between a good letter of recommendation and a great one that will actually get you into your top target school. Hamada Zahawi is the CEO and founder of Write Track Admissions, a global admissions consultancy with a 93% success rate. In this episode, Hamada shares his step-by-step plan for getting impactful letters of recommendation.
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2023-11-1548 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTikTok college admissions essay trends: what you should and shouldn’t take away from themTikTok has a lot of college admissions essay advice lately, but how much of it is actually good advice? Robert Franklin is a writer and admissions consultant at Admissionado, a full service college admissions firm that guides students through the whole process. In this episode, Robert breaks down the different TikTok college essay trends that are going viral on the platform, including which ideas are good and which ideas are bad for your application.
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2023-11-0824 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldFive core principles for effective preparation for the ACT or SATYour time spent preparing for the SAT and ACT can be a lot more effective if you follow good study practices. Travis Minor is the founder of Open Door Education, which has been helping students prepare for the SAT and ACT for over 10 years. In this episode, Travis shares his five core principles for SAT and ACT prep, with actionable implementation strategies for each one.
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2023-11-0121 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhat students don’t know going into college that they need to know to succeed academicallyGoing to college is exciting, but there's no tip sheet - that's why we made this episode. Louis Newman is former Dean of Academic Advising at Stanford University and now the author of the new book "Thinking Critically in College: The Essential Handbook for Student Success." In this episode, Louis shares advice that all high school students should hear before going to college, with a focus on the skills and strategies they need to handle the toughest challenges of their academic career.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable...2023-10-2524 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to maximize your college application for CS, STEM, and other majorsApplying to CS or STEM undergraduate programs? Or just looking to maximize your application in general? Stephen Friedfeld is the cofounder of AcceptU, an admissions consulting firm since 2010 that only employs former admissions officers. In this episode, Stephen shares his tips on how to make the most of every part of your college application, with specific tips for computer science (CS) and STEM applicants.
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2023-10-1834 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldThe SCOTUS affirmative action ruling and its impact on college admissionsHow will the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action change college admissions? Robert Franklin is a writer and admissions consultant at Admissionado, a full service college admissions firm that guides students through the whole process. In this episode, Robert shares his thoughts on the recent US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruling that struck down most of affirmative action, including what affirmative action was, why the court made the ruling, how the ruling affects applicants from all backgrounds, and what students from underrepresented backgrounds can do now.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit...2023-10-1135 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega episode - How to research and evaluate colleges, and then build your college listGetting ready for the college admissions process? This is a great place to start! Hamada Zahawi is the CEO and founder of Write Track Admissions, a global admissions consultancy with a 93% success rate. In this episode, Hamada walks us through the process of creating your college list, including what and how to research, key culture fit things to look for, and how to structure your final list.
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2023-10-0449 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhat’s actually changing in the new digital SAT? Answering your FAQsThe new digital SAT is coming soon. Now that we've gotten more information from the College Board, we can answer some of your frequently asked questions. Travis Minor is the founder of Open Door Education, which has been helping students prepare for the SAT and ACT for over 10 years. In this episode, Travis walks you through the new digital SAT's format, content, adaptive nature, and more.
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2023-09-2819 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldFormer Stanford Dean: How to choose a college intelligently by using the right dataPeople think about and apply to colleges primarily based on name brand, location, and legacy - but there's a lot more data out there that can help you make the right choice. Louis Newman is former Dean of Academic Advising at Stanford University and now the author of the new book "Thinking Critically in College: The Essential Handbook for Student Success." In this episode, Louis shares his concerns with the common rankings and data sources, what other sources you should look for to determine culture fit and academic rigor, and how to use all this data make your best...2023-09-2134 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega Episode: How the AMC and AIME can help you stand out when applying to top STEM collegesWith grade inflation, everyone taking a million extracurriculars, and more, how can students stand out from the crowd when applying to top STEM programs? Wes Carroll is the founder of Wes Carroll Tutoring, a top AMC tutoring firm in the US, and the author of Achievable's AMC 8 and AMC 10/12 courses. In this episode, Wes explains the landscape of admissions to today's top 10 STEM colleges (Stanford, MIT, etc), what the AMC and AIME (short for American Math Olympiad) are, and how proficiency with the AMC demonstrates the skills that these top colleges are looking for.
Achievable is a...2023-09-1447 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldMega-episode: How the admissions landscape is shifting with the Common App and test-optional policiesThe college admissions landscape has changed dramatically in the past few years. Stephen Friedfeld is the cofounder of AcceptU, an admissions consulting firm since 2010 that only employes former admissions officers. In this mega-episode, Stephen talks us through many of the major changes in the college admissions landscape, specifically the spread of the Common App and test-optional policies, and how those two things combine to make a massive change in the admissions landscape.
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2023-09-0856 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldDeveloping your passion and the skills you need for life, not just your college applicationIt's easy to get caught up in the 'game' of college admissions and doing things for admission's sake, but the best thing you can do for admissions and yourself is find genuine passions that you want to pursue in college. Gabriel Kadian is one of the owners at Westchester Prep, and directs their college advising team. In this mega-episode, Gabriel shares his thoughtful advice for developing genuine passions that last a lifetime, and make finding activities to pursue for college admissions easy and fun.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit...2023-08-2333 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to craft an excellent essay, with excerpts from top college admissions essaysYou've heard about great admissions essays - now let's go over some real ones together. Claudine Vainrub is the founder of EduPlan, and she has been helping students apply to colleges for over 20 years. In this episode, Claudine walks you through multiple top college admissions essays and pulls out the key lessons that you can leverage to craft your own essays.
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2023-08-1630 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow international students can leverage their unique background to write great US college application essaysInternational students might worry they have a tougher time applying to US colleges, but they have a unique advantage: their international background. Erik Kolb is an independent college advisor that has worked with hundreds of international US college applications around the world. In this episode, Erik explains how international students can leverage their background and unique experiences to craft compelling essays, including tips for brainstorming and writing them.
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2023-08-0932 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to get an internship or start a club at school that will actually help you get into collegeIt's easy to say 'get an internship' or 'start a club', but what's actually going to help you get into college? Valerie Erde is the founder of Veridian Prep, and loves to use data to inform the test prep process. In this episode, Valerie walks you through how to secure an internship or create a club that will actually help your application, including what colleges want to see, how to position what you're doing to match, and actually doing it.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to...2023-08-0230 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhat to do the night before and morning of your ACT or SAT testThe 12 hours before your ACT or SAT can make or break your 'game day' performance. Alexis Avila is the founder and CEO of Prepped and Polished, a tutoring and test prep company with a focus on executive function coaching. In this episode, Alexis walks you through how to properly prepare for your ACT or SAT, including routine suggestions for the week of and morning of, and helpful tips for getting your mind right the day of the test.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our...2023-07-2715 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhy using an error log can help you build confidence on the ACT and SATUsing an error log is a crucial tactic for improving your standardized test scores, yet so few people actually do it. Claudia Chesler has been part of the Potomac Education Center for the last 17 years. In this episode, she walks you through what an error log is, how to create one for yourself, and how to use it to reduce mistakes and improve your ACT and SAT scores.
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2023-07-2529 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to handle failure and bounce backAlmost everyone gets rejected from a college, misses the mark on their SAT, or bombs a key exam. The key is what you do next. Mark Cruver, founder of Capstone Educational Consultants, has been helping students get into college for over a decade. In this episode, Mark shares his philosophy for handling failure and how to both take care of yourself during failure and then set yourself up for future success.
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2023-07-2025 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhat you get when you study for the ACT and SATWhen you study for the ACT and SAT, you don't just get into college - you get skills that can help you for the rest of your life. John Baylor, founder of OnToCollege, works with over 700 high schools around the nation to help their students get into college. In this episode, John shares his philosophy for why the ACT and SAT can be helpful to you now and also prepare you for college and beyond.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.2023-07-1818 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldYour top college asked you to interview with an alumni - here’s what to expect and how to prepareDid you know that colleges can ask you to interview with an alumni as part of your college application process? Kristie Beck is the founder of Savvy Strategies, a college admissions and test prep firm, and was a high school teacher for 15 years. In this episode, Kristie walks you through the process of interviewing with an alumni for college admissions, what to do, what NOT to do, and how to make sure the interview is a positive in your application.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to...2023-07-1319 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldBuilding a cohesive college essayHow do you write a college essay that connects the dots for admissions officers? Sarah Cook is the founder of College Bound Career Ready, and has 18 years of experience in education and college admissions. In this episode, Sarah shares her framework for building a cohesive college essay, including how to brainstorm properly, how to organize your many essays to cover the appropriate ground, and how to tie everything together into a cohesive story.
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2023-07-1124 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldBuilding your credentials and college application resume with business summer programsHow do you stand out when applying to top schools? How do you show your passion for a field or area of study? Business internships and summer programs can do both, as well as get you valuable learning experience in the field you're considering. In this episode, Barbara Leventhal of ScoreAtTheTop and Annaline Dinkelmann of TeachMeWallStreet share their advice for how to secure a business summer program or internship and why it will help you on your college application.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try...2023-07-0337 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to keep a study schedule even when it’s hardStudents now are asked to juggle more than ever: extracurriculars, sports, AP classes, clubs, passion projects, and summer internships. Oh, right, and school and their SAT or ACT prep! How can you make sure to stick with your study schedule for the ACT and SAT, even when life is busier than ever? Randee Schneeberg, founder of JettPrep, has been advising students on standardized test prep for 24 years, and has never seen test anxiety as prominent as it is now. In this episode, Randee shares her advice on how to make a study schedule you can keep, and then how...2023-06-3016 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow test-optional influences college rankings and how that should shape your decision to submit scoresTest-optional took the country by storm when COVID made it impossible to sit for the SAT or ACT in 2020. But now it's hard to know whether you should submit your scores or not. David Blobaum is one of the co-owners of Summit Prep and a nationally recognized expert on the SAT, ACT, and college admissions. In this episode, David explains how test-optional policies can benefit schools even when they prefer to receive test scores, and how that should influence your decision on whether or not to submit your scores to a particular school.
Achievable is a modern...2023-06-2824 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhy you should consider getting a Bachelor’s degree online and how to evaluate potential programsOnline colleges have come a long way and are a more viable option than ever before. Jaime Smith, founder of Jaime Smith IEC and an educator since 1997, has helped hundreds of students apply to colleges of all kinds. In this episode, she walks you through online college landscape, the advantages and disadvantages of an online college, and how to pick the right college for you.
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2023-06-2620 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldDeep dive: building a successful resume when applying to top schoolsLast episode, we talked about how important resumes are in the college application process. Now, let's do a deep dive on how to build a great one that will help you get into a top school. Sam Hassell is one of the owners at Westchester Prep, and directs their college advising team. In this mega-episode, Sam shares his thoughtful advice for building a resume from as early as 7th grade all the way through the admissions process.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course...2023-06-2352 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldWhy developing a resume for college applications will help you develop yourselfResumes aren't just for work any more. Many don't think of a resume as a key piece of your college application, but it is - and it can be a valuable tool for understanding your application's strengths and weaknesses. Claudine Vainrub is the founder of EduPlan, and she has been helping students apply to colleges for over 20 years. In this episode, Claudine shares her resume building tips for high school students, how your resume can help inform your application, and how your resume can provide a roadmap for what you want to do in life.
Achievable is...2023-06-2128 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTips for international students applying to US collegesIt's not easy being an international student applying to US colleges - the competition is fierce and you have to learn a lot about the process on your own. Erik Kolb is an independent college advisor that has worked with hundreds of international US college applications around the world. In this episode, Erik shares his top tips for international students applying to US colleges, including how to structure your application, how to expand your resume beyond great grades and test scores, and more.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https...2023-06-1933 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTo ace the SAT or ACT, train as athletes or musicians doMost students approach the SAT and ACT the wrong way. If they want to improve their chances of success, they need to treat these exams like a skill, not a single point in time. Valerie Erde is the founder of Veridian Prep, and loves to use data to inform the test prep process. In this episode, Valerie shares her philosophy, including how to think about the prep process and how to maximize your performance on 'game day'.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course...2023-06-1625 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to find your passion and life an authentic life - that also boosts your college applicationSo much of college applications these days is clubs, extracurriculars, and your essay. But rather than forcing a love of robotics because you think it's what colleges want, you'll actually be happier and have a better application if you focus on what you're truly passionate about. Of course, finding this passion can be hard. That's where this episode's guest Marina Lee can help. Marina is the founder of Cogita Education and has been in the admissions world for more than 25 years. In this episode, she shares her tips for supporting students in not just building a great college application...2023-06-1439 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTest prep strategies for students with learning challenges (ADHD and more)Preparing for the ACT or SAT is hard enough on its own - and it can be even more difficult for students with learning challenges. Alexis Avila is the founder and CEO of Prepped and Polished, a tutoring and test prep company with a focus on executive function coaching. In this episode, Alexis shares his tips for neurodivergent students when doing ACT or SAT prep, including how to get testing accommodations, how to overcome test anxiety, and how to improve your concentration and focus while preparing for the exam.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for...2023-06-1223 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to mentally prepare in order to get the most value from your ACT and SAT practice testsMastering practice tests is crucial to getting a top ACT or SAT score. Dave Lynch, founder of StudyLark, has tutored students on the SAT for almost 20 years. In this episode, Dave shares his tips for making the most of your practice tests, including mental preparation, environment preparation, and how to use the test results to inform your future prep focus.
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2023-05-3115 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldBest questions to ask before and on your campus visitCampus visits aren't necessarily a way to suck up to to your top choice school. Instead, think of them as an opportunity to learn if that school is right for you. Mark Cruver, founder of Capstone Educational Consultants, has been helping students get into college for over a decade. In this episode, Mark shares his tips for preparing for your campus visit, including the best questions to ask both to determine if the school is the right fit for you, and, yes, to impress the admissions staff.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT...2023-05-2915 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldTips for minimizing your student loansStudent loans can be a huge boat anchor on the ship of your future finances, and getting ahead of the problem now can make a big impact on your young adult life. John Baylor, founder of OnToCollege, works with over 700 high schools around the nation to help their students get into college. In this episode, John shares his tips for minimizing your student loans, including taking advantage of scholarships and more.
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2023-05-2622 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldSpecific strategies for each ACT sectionHow do you maximize your score on each ACT section? Scott Webster of Clayborne Education has tutored hundreds of students on the SAT and ACT. In this episode, he shares his specific strategies for each section of the ACT: Reading, English, Math, and Science.
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2023-05-2423 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldSpecific strategies for each SAT sectionHow do you maximize your score on each SAT section? Scott Webster of Clayborne Education has tutored hundreds of students on the SAT and ACT. In this episode, he shares his specific strategies for each section of the SAT: Reading, Writing & Language, Math (calculator), and Math (no calculator).
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.
2023-05-2219 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldThe current information asymmetry around test-optional is hurting studentsShane Bybee has run Bybee College Prep for almost a decade and has helped thousands of students get into colleges all around the country. And nowadays, he sees students and parents come to him woefully misinformed about what test optional actually means. The current paradigm is hurting students' chances by leading many to think they shouldn't prepare to submit test scores when they actually should. Shane and Tyler dig in and discuss further in this episode.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the ACT exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for...2023-05-2229 minShift - College admissions in a changing worldHow to improve your admittance chances if you are deferred or waitlistedYou're waitlisted. Shoot. What can you do? It turns out, there's a lot. Lindsay Tanne, founder and CEO of Logic Prep, has helped thousands of students apply to college for the last decade. In this episode, Lindsay walks you through the scenario you always dread - being waitlisted or deferred. BUT - being waitlisted or deferred is not rejected, and you can improve your chances of being admitted by doing a few key things.
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