Listen "Everything You Need to Know Before Applying to College | Papaya Talk"
Episode Synopsis
“It’s not where you are, it’s what you do when you get there.”
In this conversation, we are so lucky to be joined by college admissions consultant Haley Friedman! As a UC Berkeley graduate, she provides us with first-hand insights and tips on the college application process and managing stress. She emphasizes the importance of breaking down the application process into manageable chunks and staying connected to yourself throughout the process. Haley also discusses the changing landscape of standardized testing, and what to know about submitting SAT or ACT scores. We also chat about how to deal with the tension that can arise between parents and students during this time. She suggests setting defined times for college application discussions and seeking the help of a neutral third party if needed.
If you would like to contact Haley Friedman for personal college admissions counseling, her contact info is below!
Website: https://www.haleyfriedman.com/
Email: [email protected]
And here are some amazing, FREE resources and guides we discussed today:
https://www.niche.com
https://www.haleyfriedman.com/blog/so-you-got-into-college-what-happens-now
https://www.collegeessayguy.com/about
Takeaways
Break down the college application process into manageable chunks and set defined times for discussions.
Stay connected to yourself and showcase your passions and interests in your application.
Consider the changing landscape of standardized testing and the importance of other data points in the admissions process.
Seek the help of a neutral third party, such as a college admissions consultant or family friend, to navigate tension between parents and students.
"Showcase what your passions are this far in life."
"Be conscious with your list and apply for a reason."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:35 The Importance of College Choice
15:17 Researching Schools
28:01 Navigating Standardized Testing
34:01 Managing Tension Between Parents and Students
#college #admissions #collegeapplicationprocess #stressmanagement, #standardizedtesting #familytension
In this conversation, we are so lucky to be joined by college admissions consultant Haley Friedman! As a UC Berkeley graduate, she provides us with first-hand insights and tips on the college application process and managing stress. She emphasizes the importance of breaking down the application process into manageable chunks and staying connected to yourself throughout the process. Haley also discusses the changing landscape of standardized testing, and what to know about submitting SAT or ACT scores. We also chat about how to deal with the tension that can arise between parents and students during this time. She suggests setting defined times for college application discussions and seeking the help of a neutral third party if needed.
If you would like to contact Haley Friedman for personal college admissions counseling, her contact info is below!
Website: https://www.haleyfriedman.com/
Email: [email protected]
And here are some amazing, FREE resources and guides we discussed today:
https://www.niche.com
https://www.haleyfriedman.com/blog/so-you-got-into-college-what-happens-now
https://www.collegeessayguy.com/about
Takeaways
Break down the college application process into manageable chunks and set defined times for discussions.
Stay connected to yourself and showcase your passions and interests in your application.
Consider the changing landscape of standardized testing and the importance of other data points in the admissions process.
Seek the help of a neutral third party, such as a college admissions consultant or family friend, to navigate tension between parents and students.
"Showcase what your passions are this far in life."
"Be conscious with your list and apply for a reason."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:35 The Importance of College Choice
15:17 Researching Schools
28:01 Navigating Standardized Testing
34:01 Managing Tension Between Parents and Students
#college #admissions #collegeapplicationprocess #stressmanagement, #standardizedtesting #familytension
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