

Need help navigating the college admissions process? We’re here to help! Every other Monday we’ll bring you exclusive interviews with Former Admissions Officers, graduates from top universities, and admissions experts. Each episode will be filled with application tips and first-hand experiences that will help you get into your dream school. Brought to you by InGenius Prep, the world’s largest team of Former Admissions Officers. Questions or comments? Email us at contact@ingeniusprep.com InGeniusPrep.com
Episodes

Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
76. Exposing Our Secrets: The Insider’s Guide to College Applications
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
In the highly competitive world of college admissions, even the brightest students face unexpected challenges. On today’s episode, Nick Strohl, a Former Admissions Officer from Yale, reveals why even the best students with impeccable grades are unexpectedly rejected by their dream colleges. From crafting a balanced school list to strategically leveraging early decision and early action opportunities, this episode will help you successfully navigate the college admissions process and increase your chances of landing that coveted acceptance letter.
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Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
75. A Yale Student Shares His Success Story and Top Tips for College Applications
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Discover the secrets to securing an acceptance letter from Ivy League schools with insider tips from Shan Lateef, a former InGenius Prep student. Learn how Shan not only earned the top score for his letter of recommendation but also skillfully combined his diverse passions into one cohesive college application. Whether your interests lie in neuroscience, music, or any other area, Shan's invaluable insights will guide you in crafting an application that truly highlights your unique strengths and sets you apart from the competition.
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Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
74. Fine Tuning Success: Musical Talent in College Applications
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Want to learn how to effectively showcase your musical talents to stand out from the crowd?
On today's episode, Kathryn Scherer, Director of Undergraduate Services at InGenius Prep, uncovers her best strategies for using music to enhance your college application. Whether you are an aspiring music major or looking for ways to leverage your musical talent as a non-music major, this episode will show you how to turn your musical skills into a unique selling point in your application.
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Thursday Aug 03, 2023
73. How to Stand Out as a Pre-Med Student in College Applications
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
From showcasing a genuine passion for medicine to leveraging unique experiences and hobbies, Ryan Creps, a Former Admissions Officer from Brown, reveals his best strategies for making a lasting impression in pre-med applications.
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Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
72. Leadership Experience: The Missing Piece in College Applications
Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
What does leadership really mean to schools and how can students successfully prove these qualities in their college applications?
On today’s episode, Maya Gobert, Director of Student Innovation at InGenius Prep, reveals strategies on where to start and the importance of framing leadership as the centerpiece of a college application.
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Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
71. How to Succeed as a Computer Science Student in College Admissions
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
On today’s episode, we reveal strategies that help students stand out when applying to one of the most competitive majors – computer science. Natalia Ostrowski, a Former Admissions Officer from the University of Chicago, shares further insight into different programs, competitions, and application tips to create a well-rounded application as a computer science major.
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Monday Jan 23, 2023
Monday Jan 23, 2023
On today’s episode, we chat with Padya Paramita, an InGenius Prep Graduate Coach and our Digital Content Manager, and Vicky Rosenthal Madrid, our Assistant Director of Marketing. We discuss our first three case studies for the 2022-23 cycle of students accepted early to MIT, Brown PLME, and Rice University. We reveal the strategies these students used to stand out in the competitive admissions process.
Check out our blog for more free resources:
What College Admissions Officers Look For: Advice from Former Readers
Our 2023 Early Admissions Results
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Monday Jan 09, 2023
Monday Jan 09, 2023
On today’s episode, we chat with Padya Paramita, a Columba MFA graduate, InGenius Prep Graduate Coach, and writing professor at the University of New Haven. Padya and I discuss the top summer programs and their impact on college applications. Padya outlines the requirements for the top programs for business, humanities, and STEM students. The programs we discuss include:
General
- Yale Young Global Scholars
STEM
- MIT Research Science Institute
- Stanford University Math Summer Camp (SUMaC)
- Penn Medical School Summer Program
- UChicago Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS)
Humanities
- Stanford Humanities Institute
- Iowa Young Writers’ Studio
- Yale Summer Drama Program
- Interlochen Center for the Arts Summer Arts Camp
- Medill-Northwestern Journalism Institute
Business
- Launch X
- Wharton Leadership in the Business World
- NYU Summer at Stern
Check out our blog for more free resources:
InGenius Prep’s Resources On Summer Planning for High School Students
Top Summer Programs Based on Your Interests
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Monday Dec 19, 2022
68. SAT and ACT Prep: Strategies to Boost College Admissions Test Scores
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Monday Dec 19, 2022
On today’s episode, we chat with Brad Bailey, the founder of Bailey Test Prep. Brad and I discuss how students can prepare for the SAT and ACT to boost their admissions odds. Brad highlights specific strategies students can use to increase their scores and feel more confident taking tests. We had a couple of audio issues in the first ten minutes of the episode, so please forgive us for the quality.
Check out our blog for more free resources:
You can find more test prep resources at Bailey Test Prep and Khan Academy
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Monday Dec 05, 2022
Monday Dec 05, 2022
On today’s episode, we chat with Kathryn Scherer, InGenius Prep’s Director of Undergraduate Services. Kathryn and I discuss how 11th grade students can maximize junior year to prepare for college admissions. Kathryn explores everything from extracurriculars to course loads and summer plans to help juniors make the most of this crucial year.
Check out our blog for more free resources:
College Admissions 101: How to Start the Application Process
What College Admissions Officers Look For: Advice from Former Readers
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Register for one of our webinars.
Questions or comments? Email contact@ingeniusprep.com
Visit us at ingeniusprep.com to learn more. See you every other Monday!