For many students, getting into a highly competitive college drives most decisions about where to spend their time and energy. But what if some of these decisions actually hurt their chances of getting in? My guest Shirag Shemmassian, who helps students get admitted to highly selective colleges, shares the three mistakes students make when trying to make themselves stand out in the application process, and what they should be doing instead.
Key points in this episode
What is a key mistake applicants make that they believe will help them but ultimately does not ?
Enrolling in every difficult course their high school has to offer. Top schools are looking for students who challenge themselves academically. However, it's a mistake because it takes away too much time from activities a student COULD be participating in that actually make them stand out. What differentiates top candidates from other students is what they do outside of the classroom.
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