Listen "28: Why Being "Well Rounded" is One of the Biggest Myths in College Admissions"
Episode Synopsis
Today I’m talking about a myth that I commonly hear in the college admissions space, that in order to get into top schools you need to be “well rounded.” I share how this myth is most likely affecting your student, and explain a more effective strategy for their college application strategy. Learn more at janaetutoring.com and @janaetutoring. Join Ivy League Score, my 12-month test prep program to help your student reach their goal SAT/ACT score with ease by learning the skills, strategy, and mindset required to achieve a 1500+ on the SAT or 34+ on the ACT. Join Ivy League Acceptance, my 12-month college prep program designed to help your student get accepted into an Ivy League/Top 20 school or win $100,000+ in merit scholarships. Sign up for College Talk, the weekly email series with college admissions advice and actionable strategies to help your student prepare for applying to their top schools.
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