Mindful Admissions

Mindful Admissions

by Strive to Learn

Education Education for Kids Society & Culture

Season 3

A Dime a Dozen: Reading Financial Aid Award Letters

In this episode, Amanda talks financial aid award letters with expert Claire Law, founder of Educational Avenues, author, speaker, and seasoned college mom. Get the scoop on navigating financial aid and leveraging your financial position to your advantage.

Don't Cry Over Spilt Milk: Why College Decisions Don't Determine your Worth

In this episode, Lily and the college counseling team get personal, discussing their own less-than-traditional college journeys, and giving advice on how to avoid falling into a self-worth spiral during acceptance season.

Timing is Everything: How and When You Should Take the SAT/ACT

In this episode, Lily and Josefine talk about how and when to take the standardized tests (the SAT or ACT) required by some colleges in their application.

I've Got the Blues: Unpacking The Varsity Blues Admissions Scandal

In the season three premiere, the college counseling team gathers to discuss the largest college admissions scandal in history.

Season 2

Hindsight is Clearest: A Look Back at the 2021 College Admissions Cycle

In this episode, Josefine looks back at how another year of COVID has affected the college admissions landscape. (Recorded live at College Info Night 2021)

A Penny Saved: How to Decipher your Financial Aid Award Letters

In this episode, William teaches financial aid literacy, covering loans, merit aid, need-based aid, appeals, and more. (Recorded live at College Info Night 2021)

Apples to Oranges: How and When to Visit Colleges

In this episode, Josefine and Amanda discuss how and when to visit colleges during your application process. (Recorded live at College Info Night 2021)

A Little Elbow Grease: How to Make Your Supplemental Essays Shine

In this episode, Josefine explains how to make your supplemental essays shine through in your college application. (Recorded live at College Info Night 2021) Click here to view Josefine's slides and resources!

One Piece at a Time: Picking Apart Your PIQs

In this episode, Rachel explains what the UC Personal Insight Questions are, and how to take advantage of them by writing excellent responses. (Recorded live at College Info Night 2021) Click here to view Rachel's slides and resources!

Getting It Out of Your (UC) System: How to Craft a Successful UC Application

In this episode, Josefine visits the Newport Beach Public Library to give a talk on the UC Application, and how to create an application that serves you best. Click here to view Josefine's slides from the presentation!

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