Getting ready to go to college? I collected must know college advice from successful graduates who shared things they wish they knew before heading off to college. Listen to learn how to have the best college experience.

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Mint.com - Personal finance application

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Scholarships.com

TIMESTAMP

00:00 | Introduction

0:56 | #1 Be kind to yourself

2:03 | #2 Carefully plan academic track

5:33 | #3 Network

6:58 | #4 Utilize college resources

7:47 | #5 Get organized

11:23 | #6 Focus on Finances

KEYWORDS

How to prepare for college, advice for college, how to be successful in college, secrets to college success, things to do before college, what to do before college

In this session, we are interviewing Melia Martin, Admissions Reviewer for the University of California San Diego. She shares tips on how to apply to the UCs, what to avoid, and how COVID-19 has impacted the process.  

Check out California College and Career Consulting to get assistance in navigating the college application process. We also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests.   

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Melia Martin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melia-martin/ 

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 | Introductions 

2:30 | What makes the UC system special? 

5:30 | Important factors in admissions decisions 

7:20 | Mistakes in college applications 

9:55 | COVID-19 impacts on application process 

12:50 | Volunteering and extracurriculars during COVID-19 

15:20 | Choosing a major:  undecided vs. declared 

18:50 | Thank you and ending  

Accepted into multiple great college options or deciding which schools to apply to? We'll be discussing different factors to consider while finding the RIGHT college for you. These resources are SO HELPFUL that I wish I knew about these tips when I was making my decision; the process would have been WAY less stressful so TAP IN!

LINKS  

Check out California College and Career Consulting to get assistance in navigating the college application process. We also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests.   

Visit our website: CaliforniaCollegeAndCareerConsulting.com  

Subscribe to our mailing list: https://www.californiacollegeandcareerconsulting.com/subscribe 

Contact for free a consultation: [email protected]  

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CaliforniaCollegeandCareerConsulting

Read my article published on the National Career Development Association on how to spend your summer to explore careers and impress colleges https://www.ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sd/news_article/430896/_PARENT/CC_layout_details/false 

Unigo: College reviews, scholarships, and internship opportunities https://www.unigo.com/ 

Unibuddy: Peer-to-peer reviews for high education institutions https://unibuddy.com/ 

Reddit: Network of communities to ask questions  https://www.reddit.com/ 

Quora: Place to gain and share knowledge  https://www.quora.com/ 

TIMESTAMP 

00:00 | Introduction 

0:53 | Quick Story: My Decision Process 

1:37 | Make a Pros and Cons List 

2:05 | Calculating Cost 

3:30 | Opportunities of Employment 

4:31 | Opportunities of Academia 

6:02 | My College Choice 

7:00 | Supporting Resources and Unique Opportunities 

8:42 | Learn About Campus Culture

If you're on the waitlist or denied admissions from your dream school, we'll be covering how to still get the future you want by appealing to get off the waitlist or admitted. Additionally, we discuss what truly matters when it comes to planning for your future. Fear not, everything will be ok!   

Check out California College and Career Consulting to get assistance in navigating the college application process. We also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests.   

Subscribe to our mailing list: https://www.californiacollegeandcareerconsulting.com/subscribe 

Visit our website: CaliforniaCollegeAndCareerConsulting.com  

Contact for free a consultation: [email protected]  

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUOHSiQZm3251UWn_aaxyWg

Timestamps:

00:00 | Introduction 

1:10 | What matters for your future  

2:43 | Statistics around applications (it's them NOT you!) 

4:03 | Steps to get the future you want  

4:40 | Waitlist advice  

7:29 | Denied & appeal advice  

9:32 | Reviewing other options 

10:45 | Transferring to dream school as an option  

12:05 | Successful people who transferred to 4-year institutions

Everyone makes mistakes. Some larger than others and some get caught. This podcast will focus on disciplinary records, what actions to take when applying to colleges when you've been suspended, expelled, or even charged with a crime. I’m here to tell you that it IS possible to still get into your dream school if you follow these tips.  

Check out California College and Career Consulting to get assistance in navigating the college application process. We also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests.   

Visit our website: CaliforniaCollegeAndCareerConsulting.com  

Subscribe to our mailing list: https://www.californiacollegeandcareerconsulting.com/subscribe 

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CaliforniaCollegeandCareerConsulting

Contact for free a consultation: [email protected]   

Read my article published on the National Career Development Association on how to spend your summer to explore careers and impress colleges https://www.ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sd/news_article/430896/_PARENT/CC_layout_details/false 

Article on Kunal Agarwal (Juvenile Delinquent) success story after being expelled for hacking School Loop 

https://medium.com/@kunala/juvenile-delinquent-the-official-guide-on-how-to-hack-schoolloop-8540230f6bc1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kunala 

TIMESTAMP 

00:00 | Introduction 

01:39 | Explanation of disciplinary action  

2:05 | Success story of juvenile delinquent 

3:10 | Talk to school counselor 

4:16 | Importance of honesty 

4:59 | How to explain disciplinary record 

8:06 | Importance of your surroundings