Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jason Cody Douglass as we delve into the world of the Yale Young Global Scholars program. Discover what makes this program a game-changer in the realm of summer educational opportunities, unraveling its essence, significance, and the qualities that define an ideal candidate.

Dr. Douglass sheds light on the core aspects of the Yale Young Global Scholars program, its unique offerings, and the transformative experiences it offers students. We explore the broader significance of engaging in such immersive programs and why they play a pivotal role in shaping a student's academic journey.

Tune in for an enriching conversation that's bound to inspire and inform!

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It's that time of year. Kids are out of school for 2-3 weeks, and all parents seem to see is some combination of video games, hanging out with friends, and screen time. Winter break is certainly a period to take a breather from the intensity of fall, but it is also an essential time, without competing priorities, to really start planning your future. In this episode, Tyler introduces some simple ground rules for how to make the most of your winter break to lay a path for success for your academic and college plans.

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The UC application is due in just a few days! There are a lot of key differences between the UC application and the Common App, and with that comes a variety of ways to both make mistakes on and maximize your application. This week, Tyler offers some final advice on how to make sure your UC applications really shine, covering the UCs unique grading system, the Personal Insight Questions, and the extensive Activity List.

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There’s no time to waste! Even though it is only November, many competitive summer programs have application deadlines coming up soon. Don’t let a missed deadline be the reason you can’t have a meaningful summer. This week, Tyler talks about the importance of starting your summer research early, and provides advice on how to filter and find the best programs in a sea of options.

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Note: This podcast was recorded on October 31st, 2023.

Submissions have begun! If you've already done so, congratulations! You've passed one major milestone! For those of you who are still working away to get that essay just right or fix those activities, Tyler will share some final tips about ensuring a smooth submission. He will also talk a little bit about priorities after application, so if you want to make sure that your application is fully complete, tune in to learn more.

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Does it really matter if I open that email? Will joining UCLA's Summer Institute increase my chances of getting in? Do I really have to tour a school to have a chance? Are schools really tracking all of this? There are many, many questions around the ambiguous metric of demonstrated interest and how that really affects your chances of getting into a university. This week, Tyler continues his mini-series on demystifying some of the myths and inconsistencies around college applications by diving deep into demonstrated interest, its relationship with college yield percentages, and the importance of using demonstrated interest to develop your interest in the schools you might want to apply for.

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The word "optional" is showing up a lot across college applications everywhere. Whether it be test scores, resumes, additional recommenders, or even the supplemental essays themselves, choice (or the illusion of it) is more prominent than ever. What does this all mean? Is there a disadvantage to not filling out absolutely everything? Why are they giving us so many choices? Tyler spends some time breaking down the strategic definition of the word "optional" and offers some advice on how to choose wisely.

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There are a lot of misconceptions out there about how to best strategize around a college application. The beliefs range from the reasonable - "Test optional can't possibly really mean optional, can it?" - to the extreme - "Should I buy a house in Sacramento so my child is considered in state for UC Berkeley?" As part of an ongoing series, Tyler will spend some time breaking down a few of the myths around college applications and provide alternative strategies to give you an actual advantage.

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As we get closer to the first round of application deadlines, Tyler takes some time to review the differences between Early Decision, Early Action, Restrictive Early Action, and any other terms that may affect your overall college list building and application strategy. As more schools lean into accepting more students Early Decision, what does that mean for how you should be thinking about your application strategy? Tune in to find out.

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In the midst of what is already a time filled with stress and indecision, The U.S. News and World Report has decided to release its new college rankings, incorporating a new algorithm that addresses the ongoing criticism it has recently come under. This revision has led to notable shifts in rank for several schools, as well as a renewed skepticism of ranking systems in general. This week, Tyler dives into these new numbers and shares his thoughts on how this widely used publication is now evaluating colleges and universities. 

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