How I got into Harvard University | ADMITTED S5 EP32

08/09/2025 37 min

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Episode Synopsis

ADMITTED is The Classic's premier college admissions podcast, where we sit down with Townsend Harris seniors and discuss the essays and strategies they used to get into their dream schools. In this episode, you will hear from class of 2025 alum Rachel Zhang and her journey to being accepted into Harvard University. You will hear about Rachel's time taking care of family to her experience on Ivy Day when she got the news of both of her acceptances to Harvard University and Cornell University. This episode will include the rest of the application that lead to Rachel being accepted into Harvard University including: extracurricular activities, awards, letters of recommendation and general advice for those going through the college application process.Check out our long-time sponsor, Kweller Prep, and all their course offerings here: https://www.kwellerprep.com/Follow The Classic on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thhsclassic/Catch the latest news from Townsend Harris High School on our website: https://thhsclassic.com/Watch more ADMITTED episodes and past seasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tb48gFuFq20&list=PLB1ZPLjfE3TDLUy1HgX3A-gKF0_uLUUqt00:00:00 Episode Intro00:00:26 Introductions00:02:09 Personal Statement00:08:40 Supplemental Essays00:11:48 Kweller Prep00:12:32 OutroFeaturingRachel ZhangHosted byEmily ZhengFilmed and Produced byRyan ChenEdited byRyan Chen

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