In addition to the personal statement, many colleges and universities ask supplemental essay questions as part of the college application process. These essays can range from 100-250-word responses to short, 50-word "popcorn" questions. In this episode, IvyWise counselors Eric, a former Columbia University admissions officer, and Zach, a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Boston College, spill the tea on what admissions officers are looking for in supplemental essays and what students can do to stand out.
Semester 6: Episode 10: What Is NYU Like?
Semester 6: Episode 9: How Should I Tackle College Application Essay Prompts?
Semester 6: Episode 8: What Is Stanford University Like?
Semester 6: Episode 7: Whom Should I Ask for Letters of Recommendation?
Semester 6: Episode 6: What Is Yale University Like?
Semester 6: Episode 5: How Important Are Transcripts and Course Rigor?
Semester 6: Episode 4: What’s Going On With Standardized Testing?
Semester 6: Episode 3: What Is MIT Like?
Semester 6: Episode 2: What Is Columbia University Like?
Semester 6: Episode 1: What Is the U.S. Holistic College Admissions Rubric?
Semester 5: Bonus Episode: What Should I Do if I Got Deferred?
Semester 5: Episode 11: How Can College Students Prepare for Grad School/the Workforce?
Semester 5: Episode 10: What Makes a Strong STEM and/or Pre-Med Student?
Semester 5: Episode 9: What Are the Most Common Mistakes You See in College Applications?
Semester 5: Episode 8: How Can Students Prepare for Admissions Interviews and Auditions?
Semester 5: Episode 7: What Are Alternative-Ivy Leagues Like?
Semester 5: Episode 6: How Can High School Students Use Executive Functioning Skills and Practice Stress Management During the College Application Process?
Semester 5: Episode 5: Is the “Reach, Target, Likely” List Becoming More of a Spectrum?
Semester 5: Episode 4: How Can I Improve My Personal Narrative Writing Skills?
Semester 5: Episode 3: What Do Students and Families Need To Keep in Mind When Planning for School Placement?
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