Admit It! With Alexis White

Admit It! With Alexis White

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Admit It! With Alexis White episodes

  • What Happens When Colleges Catch You Lying on Your Application?

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I break down how admissions offices verify activities, research, and accomplishments, where the line between presenting yourself well and misrepresenting yourself actually is, and why being honest can be more powerful than trying to look impressive.Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.https://alexiscollegexpert.com/TikTok: / collegexpert Instagram: / collegexpert

    17 min
  • Your Kid’s College Future Isn’t Yours to Control

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I talk about the anxieties parents don’t always admit: worrying that your child isn’t doing “enough,” obsessing over college prestige, and feeling like you have to manage every deadline, program, and decision. From summer plans and “pay to play” programs to choosing the right college and knowing when to step back, we’re asking one big question: Whose college journey is this, anyway?


    Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.


    https://alexiscollegexpert.com/

    TikTok:   / collegexpert   

    Instagram:   / collegexpert


    18 min
  • College Admissions Questions? Let’s Talk.

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White,I tackle your biggest college admissions questions from applications and essays to academics, extracurriculars, testing, and everything in between. Whether you’re a student, parent, or counselor, this episode cuts through the confusion and gives you practical insight into what really matters in the admissions process.


    19 min
  • Who Told You That?! The Worst College Admissions Advice

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, we’re calling out some of the worst college admissions advice students and families hear all the time. I breaks down what you should avoid, what actually matters, and how following bad advice could hurt your college application.


    Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.


    https://alexiscollegexpert.com/

    TikTok:   / collegexpert   

    Instagram:   / collegexpert

    26 min
  • How Student-Athletes Can Win the Admissions Game | Real Families, Real Advice

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I get the privilege on coaching Cami, a senior from Northwest Arkansas, through the challenge of turning an unconventional high school journey into a compelling college application. As an elite pickleball athlete who has traveled extensively and missed school, Cami learns how to frame her story without letting her sport define her entire application. We explore everything from using the Common App Additional Information section to explaining academic disruptions, balancing reach schools with smart options for merit aid, and highlighting leadership, business competitions, and career focused experiences.


    Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.


    https://alexiscollegexpert.com/

    TikTok:   / collegexpert   

    Instagram:   / collegexpert

    24 min
  • The Strategy Behind a Strong College List | Real Families, Real Advice

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I sit down with Bethany Bozeman about building the right college list for her high achieving daughter, who hopes to pursue direct admit nursing, play varsity flag football, and find a college with the right balance of academics, campus culture, and affordability.

    We explore the competitiveness of nursing programs, expanding beyond Florida, honors colleges, alternative nursing pathways, and why strong essays matter. 


    Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.


    https://alexiscollegexpert.com/

    TikTok:   / collegexpert   

    Instagram:   / collegexpert

    17 min
  • Avoiding College Admissions Burnout | Real Families, Real Advice

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I sit down with Claire Traganos from Austin, Texas for a real family, real advice coaching call focused on her daughter’s college journey. Together we talk through how to build a meaningful activities list for a busy student-athlete, what to do when a junior is a year behind in math, and how to think strategically about testing, school rigor, and academic interests like biology.


    Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.


    https://alexiscollegexpert.com/

    TikTok:   / collegexpert   

    Instagram:   / collegexpert


    17 min
  • Building a College Application That Actually Stands Out | Real Families, Real Advice

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I coach Jessica through a real college planning session for Chandler, a Michigan junior with a rigorous IB course load and deep interests in German, history, and political life. Together, we unpack how to turn Chandler’s academic strengths and unique interests into a strategic college list, a compelling application narrative, and better opportunities for merit scholarships. 


    Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.


    https://alexiscollegexpert.com/

    TikTok:   / collegexpert   

    Instagram:   / collegexpert


    23 min
  • The Truth About the SAT & ACT

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I break down standardized testing from SAT vs. ACT and how to sign up, to the biggest myths students and parents still believe. I also explain ways a student could make a big college feel small and create the right learning environment .

    Big school. Smart strategy. Better fit.

    Admit It! This is an episode you wont want to miss!

    34 min
  • Does College Size Really Matter?

    On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I break down how the size of a college can shape the student experience. From small, close knit campuses to large universities with thousands of students, we explore how campus size impacts academics, relationships, opportunities, community, and the overall educational experience . Because where you go isn’t just about the school it’s about how the environment shapes your college journey.

    19 min

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Admit It! with Alexis White is your inside guide to the college admissions journey and beyond. Hosted by Alexis White, a trusted college admissions consultant based in Los Angeles, the show dives into…

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