Embedded Files
Articles and Blog Posts
Articles and Blog Posts
The Hidden Factors Influencing College Admissions Decisions
Mindset and Approach (one of many great posts on the Georgia Tech Admissions Blog)
Websites
Websites
The College Essay Guy has great, free resources on a range of topics including college essays, supplemental essays, UK personal statements, activity lists, and useful information for international students.
Khan Academy has an extensive, free guide to all aspects of US college admissions.
AXS Companion is a new, free tool that was jointly developed by Oregon State University and IECA to talk students and parents through every part of the Common App.
Podcasts
Podcasts
Like to listen to podcasts? Consider adding some of these into your rotation! We've highlighted some specific episodes that we think are great, but browse the back catalogues for a variety of other topics.
(These podcasts are generally focused on US universities and the US application process)
College Admissions Process Podcast
The Truth About College Admission
NACAC is the National Association for College Admissions Counselors (in the US), and any podcast they share here is a reliable, vetted source for information.
Videos
Videos
Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be (Frank Bruni)
A Beginner's Guide to the College Application (College Essay Guy)
How Selective Colleges Evaluate Applications (College Essay Guy)
Case Study of A Successful Application (and five practical takeaways) (College Essay Guy)
Introduction to the College Application Process (UPenn)
Application Tips Video Series (Johns Hopkins University)
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