Top colleges fundamentally look to admit future high-impact scholars and leaders. In this episode, we analyze three characteristics or “signals” top colleges aim to identify in their applicants that are highly predictive of future promise. We explain why different components of the application should showcase different traits, and why sending the right signals in the right places can be the difference between acceptance and rejection. —— “The Game” is hosted by Sam Hassell and brought ...
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Top colleges fundamentally look to admit future high-impact scholars and leaders. In this episode, we analyze three characteristics or “signals” top colleges aim to identify in their applicants that are highly predictive of future promise. We explain why different components of the application should showcase different traits, and why sending the right signals in the right places can be the difference between acceptance and rejection. —— “The Game” is hosted by Sam Hassell and brought ...
In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood topics in college admissions — how many times you should take the SAT or ACT. We cover the ideal test scores for top colleges, explain why retaking the tests carries virtually no downside, how to think about risk vs. reward, and why one top college’s “submit all scores” policy doesn’t change the strategy for most students. —— “The Game” is hosted by Sam Hassell and brought to you by Great Minds Advising. Great Minds Advising...
The Game: A Guide to Elite College Admissions
Top colleges fundamentally look to admit future high-impact scholars and leaders. In this episode, we analyze three characteristics or “signals” top colleges aim to identify in their applicants that are highly predictive of future promise. We explain why different components of the application should showcase different traits, and why sending the right signals in the right places can be the difference between acceptance and rejection. —— “The Game” is hosted by Sam Hassell and brought ...
