Best Tips for Applying to College in 2024

Get the best tips for applying to college in 2024 with Laura from Strategic Test Prep and her special guest Ashley from ACM College Consulting! Learn about Score Choice, Test-Optional Schools, Early Action vs. Early Decision, Essays, Extracurriculars, Recommendation Letters, and more!
Whether you're a rising senior or planning ahead, this video has essential insights to boost your college application strategy!
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T I M E S T A M P S
00:00 BEST TIPS FOR APPLYING TO COLLEGE IN 2024
02:07 TIP 1: SCORE CHOICE VS. SENDING ALL SCORES
05:05 TEST-OPTIONAL SCHOOLS
06:31 TIP 2: EARLY ACTION/EARLY DECISION VS. REGULAR
08:35 CAN EARLY DECISION STUDENTS NEGOTIATE FINANCIAL AID?
09:46 WHAT IS NET PRICE CALCULATOR?
10:27 FINANCIAL AID ALGORITHM EXPLAINED
11:02 TIP 3: ESSAYS AND PERSONAL STATEMENTS
13:10 HOW TO CRAFT AN EFFECTIVE NARRATIVE?
14:40 WHICH IS MORE IMPORTANT, PERSONAL STATEMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTALS?
16:03 TIP 4: EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
17:25 SHAPING A STUDENT’S RESUME
20:04 TIP 6: RECOMMENDATION LETTERS
21:31 WHO TO ASK FOR A RECOMMENDATION LETTER?
22:20 SHOULD STUDENTS REQUEST LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION BEFORE SUMMER?
23:25 TIP 6: CAMPUS VISITS
24:53 BENEFITS OF DEMONSTRATED INTERESTS
27:08 HOW TO HAVE A ONE-ON-ONE WITH A CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENT
28:19 TIP 7: DEFERRALS AND WAITLISTS
30:04 WHO TO STAY IN CONTACT WITH?
30:37 HOW OFTEN DO STUDENTS GET OFF THE WAITLIST?
31:20 TIP 8 FAFSA (FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID)
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FAQ
Name: Laura
Where did you study - University of Notre Dame
What did you major in - Psychology & Mathematics
Can you tutor me - I am not currently taking students, but I have a rockstar tutor team. I trained them, they teach my program, and they all scored 1500+ on the SAT. Highly recommend them!
How long have you been teaching - Since 2007 (please try not to do the math on my age😉)
What do you score on the SAT - I superscore a 1570 (770 English, 800 Math)
Do you teach both English and Math - Yes!
Why do you decide to teach - I was working in leverage acquisition (finance) in New York City and lost my job in 2008 (economy crash). I moved to South Florida to start over and fell into test prep. I realized it was my calling and have been doing it ever since!
Where can I go to learn more - www.strategictestprep.com
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[@anshikadhaundiyal-yz9zd]

I have a GPA of 3.68 I have been at an IB school since 10th grade and I play tennis for 6 years and dance for 8 years. I am in NHS, I started a club, part of STUCO, and right now I have an SAT score of 1340 I am aiming for 1400 and above. Do you think I have a good chance of getting into Texas A&M, Baylor, and University of Washington?

[@radukes]

I have a question about your test prep program: Would you be able to do test prep with an 11 year old for the SAT? He has a 1270 (640 R&W 630 Math) that he got on June 1.

[@StrategicTestPrep]

@@radukes that is the cutest thing I’ve ever heard! I’d love to! I’m booked until 2025 but one of my tutors could take him if you wanted to start sooner! Go to our website and request a consult: strategictestprep.com

[@radukes]

@@StrategicTestPrep Ok cool just wanted to make sure somebody could take him because he really wants to get a 1600!

[@Lonewolf_107]

I also gave the June SAT. I did'nt got my desired scored... HE SCORED BETTER than me. Well I was aiming for a 1450, just prepped for 3 days and went for the test... I was taking the test.. :) it was a requisite. Many Congrats to him🥰❤ I admire the spirit.🙃

[@omneiataher5301]

Thank you❤

[@StrategicTestPrep]

@@omneiataher5301 you’re welcome!!

[@aungelschultz9757]

I would love to attend Georgia Tech I’m visiting their campus in a week!

[@ACMcollegeconsulting]

I was just there two weeks ago and loved it! Their makerspaces are wonderful and I was impressed by how calm/community like the campus felt despite being nestled against such a big city.

[@zeynepslibrary]

Rutgers University!

[@Marrtin.k]

Anyone willing to pay for my Sat, I've fully preped but can't afford it. From kenya.

[@Lonewolf_107]

Thanks 👍. Laura, as per my research Texas is the best state for undergraduate and Graduate studies in the US ( for foreign Nationals, especially Asians ). What's your take on this? Numerous friends and quite a few family members; whom I contacted regarding study in the US, suggested this. They gave me several reasons; but are sitting in the US, you are a prep coach and I love STP. 'UR ADVICE"???

[@ACMcollegeconsulting]

Hi, I will chime in here. Best state based on what criteria? I wouldn't say there is one best state for studies in general, but there may be one depending on what criteria you are considering priority.

[@Lonewolf_107]

@@ACMcollegeconsulting 1st Priority: Quality of education 2nd: The desired degree programs. [ My preferences ; IT(Engr.), HRM, LL..] 3rd: Affordability. [ Scholarships etc ] P.S: Many thanks for your time and cooperation. STP never disappoints. Much OBLIGED. :)🙃

[@ACMcollegeconsulting]

@@Lonewolf_107 I responded to your email with some extra advice

[@Lonewolf_107]

@@ACMcollegeconsulting Thanks, much obliged. 😇

[@user-ck9ti7vi5t]

MIT

[@Andrew-Tsegaye]

MIT

[@StrategicTestPrep]

love that!