Cracking College Admissions

Communications in College Admissions


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This week's podcast episode is all about communications in college admissions -- from reaching out to admissions officers to securing letters of recommendation. Listen in as Grayson and Sara discuss the ins and outs of communicating styles, substance, relevance and timing. 

Key discussion points include:

  • Best practices for effective communication with Admissions Officers (tone, substance, maturity, frequency)
  • Under what circumstances candidates should share updates after submitting their application
  • The value of writing a "first choice letter"
  • The significance of letters of recommendation: who should ideally write them & when to ask
  • The importance of nurturing relationships with those writing letters of recommendation
  • Exploring different types of letters of recommendation
  • When it may be fitting to send additional letter/s of recommendation
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Cracking College AdmissionsBy Grayson Giovine