Crafting a Winning College Application: Insider Tips from Admissions Expert
Unlock the secrets to building a competitive college application with guidance from Sophia Stills, Assistant Director of Admissions at the California Institute of Technology. Discover the importance of holistic review, high school profiles, course selection, letters of evaluation, and more. Learn how to showcase your strengths, tailor your submissions to each school, and make the most of optional materials. Don't leave anything to chance – get valuable advice on standing out and presenting your best self to top-tier institutions.
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Building a Competitive Application Sophia Stills Assistant Director of Admissions California Institute of Technology
High School Profile Available APs Available Extracurricular opportunities Context
Course Selection Grades GPA?? Transcript
Teachers College Counselor Mentors, Supervisors, Coaches, etc. Check requirements at each school! Letters of Evaluation
How do you spend your time? Self-directed activities count! Academic context Extenuating Circumstances Other activities (family responsibilities, etc.) Activities
Elaborate on activities list Tailor supplementals to the school Tell us why Essays
Optional means optional! Research papers, videos, art or maker portfolios, etc. Help us learn more about you and your interests Optional Materials
Final Thoughts If it s not in your application, we won t know about it! Tell us WHY, not just what
