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Practical, up-to-date interviews with experts in college admissions, financial aid, personal statements, test prep and more. Ethan Sawyer (aka College Essay Guy), interviews deans of admission, financial aid experts, and veterans of the admissions field to extract, then distill their advice into practical steps for students and those guiding them through the process. From creating an awesome college list to appealing a financial aid letter, Ethan skips the general advice and gets right to th ...
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Join College Essay Advisors' Founder and Chief Advisor, Stacey Brook, and Director of Advising, Becca Myers, for the inside scoop on all things college essay-related – from brainstorming tips to real time essay reviews. This is your chance to go behind the scenes at CEA and discover what admissions is really looking for!
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The College Admissions Edge

Pearl and Andy Lockwood

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College admissions tips , strategies and various & sundry, not necessarily politically-correct thoughts on the whole college application and scholarships kit and kaboodle. Brought to you by Pearl and Andy Lockwood, best-selling authors, admissions and scholarships consultants based in Long Island New York, a/k/a one of the spazziest places on earth for college stress, weird ultra-competitive behavior by parents and teens! For more info, visit www.LockwoodCollegePrep.com
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Get an inside look at how top business schools assess MBA applicants. Interviews with MBA Admissions Directors and students from the world's top-ranked MBA programs. Discover what makes each b-school unique. Strategies and tips on how to craft a successful MBA application. Straight talk on how to get accepted to MBA programs like Harvard, Wharton, Insead, LBS and many, many more.
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College Bound Mentor

College Bound Mentor

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Lisa, Abby, and Stefanie know college. They also know students. With over 30 years combined experience mentoring young people, they'll show you why understanding yourself is the key to finding the right college. Each episode, hear trends, case studies, and interviews with students who have gone through it all - giving you valuable insight to survive the college application process and beyond. Hosted by Lisa Bleich, Abby Power, and Stefanie Forman, Partners of College Bound Mentor.
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East Coast Admissions Podcast

East Coast Admissions

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Welcome to the East Coast Admissions Podcast, which brings you expert insights and guidance on navigating the competitive world of East Coast college admissions. Whether you're a student preparing your applications, a parent looking for the best strategies, or a high school counselor helping students succeed, this podcast is your go-to resource. Hosted by a seasoned college admissions professional Cleopatra, she will cover everything from crafting standout essays to mastering the interview p ...
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College planning is stressful! We bring you the latest news on choosing a good fit college, presenting yourself effectively in college applications, writing effective college essays, building a successful high school resume, and navigating the college admission process successfully.
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CGN: College Guidance Now

College Guidance Network

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College Guidance Network™ demystifies the college application process. We help students and those that support them with a multi-platform content portfolio featuring nationally recognized experts and experienced admissions officers who offer insights on essential topics like how to develop a school list, write an effective essay, and most importantly, pay for it all.
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PhotoManiac

Gaëtan de PhotoManiac

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Ici, on parle photo. 📕 | Guide gratuit sur les bases en photo 👉 https://photomaniac.fr/guide-gratuit-sur-les-bases-de-la-photo 🎥 | YouTube : PhotoManiac ✏️ | Blog : www.photomaniac.fr
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Makesites Insider

Makesites Inc.

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At Makesites we value simple solutions and open standards. In the Insider podcast we distil the mindset that fuels our development and try to present it in a series of essays. Join us as we try to analyze a particular subject on each episode and touch base with technical and theoretical issues around application development for the Web.
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Follow two Harvard Business School grads as they use everything learned at Harvard Business School - in and outside of the classroom to land their dream jobs. Each episode has three segments: (1) Business School Application Essays - The hosts and their business school friends read the essays that got them into Harvard and other schools (2) How to get your dream job - a step by step run down of dreaming up your perfect job to landing it (3) Q&A section - write in questions and comments to lif ...
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PrepCast

PrepAdviser

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Welcome to PrepCast: your MBA and Master’s admission podcast. Our mission is to help you get accepted to your dream school! Join our community of dedicated candidates and preparation center experts on PrepAdviser.com and stand out in the application pool!
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College and Scholarship Help

Khalilah Hall, The Planner LLC

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Sharing valuable insight to help families clearly understand how to navigate the tedious, college application and scholarship process. The podcast episodes will cover material in the Pre-College To Do List book which is a step by step guide on college admissions, applications, scholarship strategies, how to develop a compelling essay, competitive academic/ scholarship resume and MORE! Also, the College and Scholarship Help Parent Planning Workbook and College Application ToolKit are also ava ...
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Every week, Mattie Culkin and his co-host Michelle Martinez talk about everything you need to know about college admissions. How do top schools operate? What are they looking for? Tune in as they break down essential application aspects such as essay writing, extracurriculars, and letters of recommendation into their core elements. For students applying to college and their parents, College With Mattie is here to steer you to your goals.
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Mindful Admissions

Strive to Learn

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The Strive to Learn team demystifies college admissions topics that can confound even the savviest of students: financial aid, SAT/ACT testing, educational planning, college admissions essay writing, scholarships, and much, much more. Press play to hear from our expert college counselors as well as frequent guest stars and guiding voices in the field of college admissions!
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Hello, Welcome to The Maxwell Drever Grant Program Apply for thousand dollars scholarship at Maxwelldrevergrant.com The Maxwell Drever Grant Seeks To Provide Aid To A Special Student, Struggling To Pay The High Cost Of University Tuition, Who Also Demonstrates A Keen Understanding Of The Words: DOING WELL BY DOING GOOD To apply Maxwell Drever Grant you need present 700 to 800 words essay answering one of the following essay questions: 1) “Why is a daycare system that promotes the individual ...
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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 [email protected] InGe ...
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Equipping you to successfully pursue the college of your dreams. I believe that the world needs every student to reach their full potential. College admittance shouldn't hold you back. I'm an educator and Harvard grad who has been in your shoes. I designed this podcast to accompany the Ivy League Challenge (my online course) to support my listeners. I've met with graduates, admissions officers, and professors to identify the criteria used to select candidates. I've crafted a road map for suc ...
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College Admissions Insider

Bucknell University

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A whole lot happens between choosing a list of top schools and getting that thick acceptance envelope in the mail. But you don't have to take that journey alone. On each episode of College Admissions Insider, we talk to real college admissions counselors to bring you expert advice for your college search. Learn how to find the right college fit, build a list of finalists, and create an application that gets noticed. This podcast is an initiative of Bucknell University but is designed for stu ...
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This podcast is where the Futures department at Stowe School share recordings of our careers and higher education talks. Applying to universities and apprenticeships is becoming increasingly competitive. Research suggests that the number of UK students accepted at the top universities has been declining since 2000, with only 6.4% of applicants in 2019 (pre-Covid) gaining an offer from one of the country's most selective universities. Similarly, US News reported that universities (all of them ...
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What should future schools look like? How do brains learn? Some of the world's greatest educators, researchers, and community leaders share their stories and visions onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.
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Tom Talks College

Tom Kleese (Owner of OnCampus College Planning)

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I’m Tom Kleese, founder of OnCampus College Planning, and my job is to help your family take positive steps on the journey to an incredible college experience.
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Join me for a weekly talk-through of IELTS topics to help you learn about the issues, vocabulary, tips and strategies you need to prepare. Find all my tips on my website ieltsetc.com and join the Members Academy for all the downloads, step-by-step online courses, and support to get you a Band 7+ in the #ielts test.
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Getting In: Your College Admissions Companion

Panoply / Slate Magazine / Julie Lythcott-Haims / College Podcast

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For millions of American teenagers and their parents, adolescence is increasingly defined by one all-consuming goal: Getting into the right college. “Getting In” is a real-time podcast following a diverse group of New York-area high school seniors through the exhilarating and harrowing process of applying to college. The series is hosted by Julie Lythcott-Haims, the former Dean of Freshmen at Stanford University and author of “How to Raise an Adult.” The season will chronicle all the importa ...
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We trace how early action and early decision are reshaping East Coast admissions, from first reads and yield strategy to essays that carry more weight than ever. Clear steps help students choose fit, plan for deferrals, and protect mental health while parents support progress. • monthly deep dive format and purpose • record early application surges…
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Most pre-PAs prep for every question they might be asked—but forget the ones they should ask back. In this episode, learn exactly what to say when it’s your turn to ask questions and how to use that moment to stand out! 🎯 Ready to feel confident walking into your PA school interview? Book a 1:1 Mock Interview with PAs who knows exactly what program…
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Hey friends, and welcome back to the College Essay Guy podcast. Today's episode is the third and final episode in our series called Inside the Personal Statement Process. If you're just tuning in, this series takes you behind the scenes as I work one-on-one with Alisha, a current high school senior applying for the Fall 2026 term. Find Part 1 here …
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An IEC (Independent Educational Consultant) can be a huge help on your student's high school & college journey. How do you know whether an IEC is right for you - and what should you look for in an IEC? In this episode, we welcome on Kristina Dooley, a Certified Educational Planner and Founder of Estrela Consulting - a multi-consultant educational c…
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Early Decision can feel like a promise, but what if you change your mind? Can you really back out? In this episode of College Coffee Talk, Andy & Pearl Lockwood unpack a real case study of what happened when a student withdrew from an Early Decision commitment, and how the college reacted. More importantly, they explain what “binding” actually mean…
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Do you know about the 3 CASPA deadlines? Or what their color deadlines even mean? We break it all down here so you know exactly how to apply to your list of PA schools without wasting money or missing important CASPA deadlines! Join PA-Cers, our PA shadowing membership that gives you: ✅ Weekly live PA shadowing hours in diverse specialties ✅ Access…
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Most people romanticize mastery. They talk about "grit" and "passion" and "work ethic," but avoid the uncomfortable truth: Mastery is build by failing-- over and over again. In public, in private, both big and small failures. Failure is followed by recovery and reflection and leveling up. In this recording, you can hear me teaching this idea to my …
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Want personalized help with your application strategy? Book a free 1:1 call with one of our Former Admissions Officers here: CLICK HERE. Yale graduate and InGenius Prep counselor Titiana shares how she got into Yale and the exact strategies that helped her stand out in the admissions process. She talks about what made Yale the right fit, how she ap…
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In this episode, we’ll walk you through how to approach supplemental essay prompts strategically, avoid mistakes, and write responses that turn into standout essays! 🎯 FREE Mini-Course for Pre-PAs: Map to PA School! Ready to stop guessing and finally know exactly what to do to get into PA school? Grab our free Map to PA School mini-course — your st…
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What does IESE look for in MBA applicants? How do they evaluate your academic aptitude, post-MBA career goals, leadership potential and fit? In this episode, IESE MBA Admissions Director Patrik Wallen shares candid insights into what makes candidates stand out — and what makes IESE’s two-year MBA unique. Program Highlights - What Makes the IESE MBA…
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Hey friends, and welcome back to the College Essay Guy podcast. Today's episode is part two of our series called Inside the Personal Statement Process. If you're just tuning in, this series takes you behind the scenes as I work one-on-one with Alisha, a current high school senior applying for the Fall 2026 term. In the first episode, we got to know…
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If you already know you want to be a PA early, congrats, you’re ahead of the game — now it’s time to use that head start wisely. In this episode, we’ll walk through exactly what to do from freshman year to build a competitive, stress-free path to PA school. 🔥Create your most competitive application in Application to Acceptance Course - where we wal…
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College essays, Common App mistakes, and the most important question students never realize they’re supposed to answer. In this episode of College Coffee Talk, Andy & Pearl Lockwood reveal what they call the “Invisible Question”—the hidden expectation behind every Common App prompt that separates admits from rejections. Topics include: ✔ Why great …
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College list season is here, and a lot of students are getting it wrong. Too many reaches. Not enough merit aid. No financial safety nets. Sound familiar? In this episode of College Coffee Talk, Andy & Pearl Lockwood review real college lists and talk about how to fix the most common mistakes—before it’s too late. Topics include: ✔ What a “balanced…
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This one’s for the pre-PA who’s lost all motivation and needs a real-talk reset—not another productivity lecture. <<<<<<<<<<< ✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Yep, your entire personal statement, CASPA…
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We break down burnout during college application season and explain how students and parents can protect energy, keep perspective, and still make real progress. Slowing down can sharpen essays, calm the home, and help you sustain momentum through early deadlines. • clear definition of burnout for students and parents • how pressure, perfection, and…
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Want to know the key trends & takeaways in college admissions for 2025? We've got you covered. In this webinar, hear why the demographic cliff is real, how schools are using AI in admissions, how to show you're a great fit for your major, why standardized testing is making a comeback, and what's happening with supplemental essays. Watch the webinar…
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MMIs can feel overwhelming and like "what are they actually wanting from me" vibes—but they don’t have to. In this episode, we’re walking you through exactly how to stay calm, think fast, and absolutely crush your Multiple Mini Interviews so you stand out for all the right reasons! Sign up for a Mock interview to make sure you crush your answers, h…
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Send us a text Submitting your application is the ultimate way you'll tell a college you want in. But that's just the end of the story. In the years before you apply, many admissions offices will be on the lookout for something called demonstrated interest. In this episode, we talk about why demonstrated interest has become increasingly important i…
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Want personalized help with your application strategy? Book a free 1:1 call with one of our Former Admissions Officers here: CLICK HERE. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into Washington University in St. Louis (WashU)—often called a “hidden Ivy” for its exceptional academics, selective admissions, and unique student experience. 🎯 Pro Tip: Don’…
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In this episode, we’re breaking down the most common PA school interview questions you’ll definitely get—plus the insider tips, strategies, and examples that will help you answer them like a future PA-C. ✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on…
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How can you stand out from thousands of MBA applicants with impressive CVs? Darren sits down with Ellin Lolis, Founder and President of Ellin Lolis Consulting and one of the top ranked MBA admissions consultants on Poets & Quants, to learn how she helps MBA applicants craft powerful personal narratives. With a near 99% success rate, Ellen shares th…
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We break down when SAT/ACT scores help, when they hurt, and how to decide whether to go test-optional for East Coast colleges. Clear rules, real cases, and practical steps to match your strengths to each school’s policy and priorities. • what test-optional means versus test-blind • how officers use scores as confidence signals • rule of thumb using…
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In our new series, Inside the Personal Statement Process, we're taking you behind the scenes with Alisha, a current high school senior working through applications right now. If you've ever wondered what it's like working with Ethan in a session, this is the podcast for you! You might remember a similar series last season with Cassidy, where we got…
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This episode is all about answering the questions we get asked all the time! We deep dive into the top pre-PA questions so you walk away with complete clarity! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on Zoom, and while you talk…
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Feel stuck by your GPA? Learn the four moves that PA school admissions actually trust and how to overcome less than awesome stats. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Happy PA Week Special!! To celebrate your future white coat, we have something amazing for you! Our PA School Directory! Updated for the new cycle (incl. new programs) and available for you so you can…
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We break down how to earn, choose, and support standout recommendation letters that carry real weight at selective East Coast colleges. We share who to ask, what to provide, and how to turn generic praise into specific stories that echo your voice. • the role of letters at selective colleges • what admissions officers actually look for • choosing r…
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Some of the trickiest essays to pin down on college applications are the Why College/Why Academic Interest essays. This has never been more true than today, so we wanted to bring back our interview with special guest Lisa Marker-Robbins, Founder of Flourish Coaching, who's helped over 4,000 high school students and young adults gain the insight, ex…
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Want personalized help with your application strategy? Book a free 1:1 call with one of our Former Admissions Officers here: CLICK HERE. In this episode, we delve into key takeaways from the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) Conference. Our experts, Katherine—Director of Undergraduate Services, and Pia—Director of Counse…
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Is being a Physician Assistant truly a dream job? Is what you've heard about the PA profession and lateral mobility accurate? Today, we dive into the realities of being a Physician Associate and just how versatile it really is! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — Happening October 12!! This is your step-by-step…
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We break down Early Action, Early Decision, and Restrictive Early Action with clear guidance on timing, finances, and fit. We share how East Coast colleges use early rounds and a simple framework to decide which path gives you the best chance with the least regret. • definitions of EA, ED, and REA • non-binding versus binding commitments • reasons …
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In today's episode, I'm joined by my long-time colleague, and our Chief People Officer here at CEG, Sandy Longworth. Sandy has worked as a therapist, a researcher, college counselor — among other things — and has spent years studying the role that narrative storytelling plays in how teens develop their identities. Important note: While Sandy traine…
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Thinking about reapplying to the same PA school that previously rejected you? We cover green lights, red flags, and when it's right vs not smart to reapply. CASPA App Editing Service CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — Happening October 12!! This is your step-by-step plan to submit (or strengthen) your PA school app before any more deadlines hit. If yo…
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College admissions myths, prestige pressure, and the truth about what really makes a college “good.” In this episode of College Coffee Talk, Andy and Pearl Lockwood tackle the obsession with “rear window sticker colleges” - elite schools that parents want to brag about, but that might not serve their kids best. It’s time to rethink what “best colle…
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A simple, must-know guide to ARC-PA terms, probation vs. provisional, and how to vet programs before you hit submit. This is exactly what you need to know when it comes to PA program accreditation and applying to PA schools! CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — your step-by-step plan to submit (or strengthen) your PA school app before any more deadlines…
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Ever wondered what truly happens after you click "submit" on your college application? That mysterious black box of college admissions decisions isn't as random as it might seem. Drawing from my experience working with students across 60+ countries, I'm pulling back the curtain on what colleges don't tell you about how your application is evaluated…
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