Destination YOUniversity

Every fall a family comes to me and wants me to review a college essay their daughter or son drafted and give feedback before it’s submitted. 99% of the time, the essay is no bueno. By “No Bueno,” I mean, please do NOT turn this in. 

The worst is what I call the kitchen sink essay. It’s got too many topics wrapped in one essay and it is way too confusing for the reader. 

In today’s episode, Dina Petringa and I unpack the “before and after” of the winning Notre Dame essay, otherwise known as the “Sports Journalism” Essay. Dina has worked with me for over 5 years and we’ve read thousands of essays.

If you’ve ever wondered what the heck will my child write about? This episode is for you.

If your child is thinking about writing about sports, and you’ve heard me say, “Do NOT write about sports,” This episode is definitely for you.

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp

Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

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We are talking about all things College Visits!

Does anyone remember when the pandemic hit? Nobody could go anywhere and we were forced to visit colleges online and make college decisions, one of the BIGGEST decisions of your life, forced to decide based on the internet.  

Thank goodness that is behind us.

Today I’m going to talk about TWO types of college visits:

ONE: For families with younger students, I’m talking middle school and early high school years. Or even as early as elementary school.

TWO: For families with high school students, typically in sophomore and junior year. 

Either way - I’ll give you the 5 Steps you need to be most productive on each visit.

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay

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Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca

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TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

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Full Disclosure Fridays. 

Does anyone know Amy Porterfield? Please comment if you do, because I am obsessed with all things Amy. 

If you are a goal setter, dreamer, someone who loves a good planner and color-coded office supplies – you are with your people today!! 

Today I’m sharing a few lessons I learned from Multi-Millionaire entrepreneur: Amy Porterfield.

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp

Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

#drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

TRUTH TALK THURSDAY!! THIS IS A GOOD ONE!! 

TODAY YOU’LL LEARN: 

1 - 5 Academic Food Groups: What are the 5 subject areas admission officers are looking for on your transcript that will help increase college admission success?

2 - An example of an Academic Plan and tips for how to plan your own.

3  - Your Major. If you listened to yesterday's episode, Coach Vince told you the FIVE most popular majors that students should avoid. I will go over those and I’ll give you an example of how to find an alternative.

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays 

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th)

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th)

Visit our website

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

#drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Today I’m joined by Coach Vince Garcia. OMG! Coach Vince has over 20 years of College and  ADMISSIONS​ & APPLICATION READER​ EXPERIENCE at Occidental, Pomona, Cal Lutheran, UCLA, and UC Berkeley. He knows a thing or two about which majors to avoid, how to select majors that help increase success and still help students achieve their long term goals. He is my go-to person when I have a question. I have Coach Vince on speed dial for sure. 

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays 

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th)

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th)

Visit our website

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

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Have you ever been to a Farmer’s Market? That’s what Mom and I did on a Saturday morning in San Diego. It was HUGE! I mean, it rivaled my favorite farmers market on Sundays in Hollywood, it goes on for blocks and blocks! There we were with no choice but to walk the entire farmers market while we waited two hours to have brunch at Morning Glory. The great advantage of having time to kill meant that we stopped and tasted everything at almost every booth. We had the best nuts, tried some cool probiotic yogurt, homemade soup, and ate the sweetest and juiciest oranges. 

Today’s episode is about trying new things, expanding your mind, and asking yourself the ultimate question, what in YOUR life is worth waiting for?

To date, this day remains one of my favorite days of 2024. 

Enjoy my trip down the streets of San Diego!

Every senior has a story to tell. The problem is, they just don’t know how to get started. More than that, students do not understand that the college essay is NOT written in the style of an English or research paper.

After 20+ years in the business of college admissions, we’ve developed a teen proofed and battle tested formula that helps every student turn their story into interesting, engaging and compelling essays. 

Truth Talk Thursdays is where me and my guest take a deep dive in 1-2 essays unpack why it works and what makes it stand out. Tune in to today’s Destination YOUniversity podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Or, if you prefer to watch, find us on YouTube @dr.cynthiacolon71. 

The essays described today are found in the Free Sample Packet or 40+ Winning Essay Packet are all from Essay Campers! I highly recommend snagging your copy today!

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays 

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th)

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th)

Visit our website

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

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You might know by now that I use sports and dating as metaphors to all things college. And although I never actually went to one of those speed dating events, I remember the episode with Miranda on “Sex And The City.” 

OK, I digress. If you listened to my episode two weeks ago about how I hate inefficiency, you’ll understand why I came up with a speed date exercise for my students. Bottom line is this: with nearly 3000 4-year colleges to choose from, nobody has time to spend an hour with each potential college. That could be as many as 50 - 70 colleges. 

Today, I’ll not only teach you how to go from 3000 to 50 colleges, but I’ll show you the exact exercise we use to go from 50 down to 25 - 30, before ultimately cutting it down to a final 10 - 14 colleges. 

Think of it this way, you first go on a speed coffee date, before going on a lunch date and finally a dinner date. Got it?

Let’s do it!

Every senior has a story to tell. The problem is, they just don’t know how to get started. More than that, students do not understand that the college essay is NOT written in the style of an English or research paper.

After 20+ years in the business of college admissions, we’ve developed a teen proofed and battle tested formula that helps every student turn their story into interesting, engaging and compelling essays. 

Truth Talk Thursdays is where me and my guest take a deep dive in 1-2 essays unpack why it works and what makes it stand out. Tune in to today’s Destination YOUniversity podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Or, if you prefer to watch, find us on YouTube @dr.cynthiacolon71. 

The essays described today are found in the Free Sample Packet or 40+ Winning Essay Packet are all from Essay Campers! I highly recommend snagging your copy today!

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays 

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th)

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th)

Visit our website

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

#drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

IF YOU are like most parents and students, you might not have even realized that some application deadlines for summer programs have passed. Yep - that’s right. When students talk about one of those Stanford, MIT, Johns Hopkins summer programs, they often come with an application due before Valentine's day.

But don’t fret, we’ve got you. Our guest today, Julia Byrd, is going to offer some hot tips for parents and students, of all grade levels, who want to know how to make the most of Spring and Summer break!! It’s around the corner, so let’s get to it!!

Every parent wants the best college options for their child. The problem is school counselors are not easily accessible until late junior year. 

At Destination YOUniversity, we know families need key information and actionable to-dos in order to access top 100 colleges. That is why I started the podcast, Destination YOUniversity.

Every Wednesday, I interview former parents, school leaders and college admission folks that offer key tips and strategies on how to become a better parent, educator, mentor or student. Whether your college bound teen is in middle school or high school, you will leave with valuable information and golden nuggets to apply immediately! 

Thanks for joining us today!

Check out our Website!

Have a happy and sunny day!! 

Dr. C

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays 

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th)

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th)

Visit our website

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”

Follow On: 

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

#drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Nothing happens overnight. Success does not come quickly. It is a slow process, but to the observer of the final outcome, it can seem “easy.” 

Becoming a TEDX speaker took six years for me to finally get on stage. 

In today’s episode I share what happened six years ago to put me on this journey. I reveal exactly the steps I took, what I needed, who I needed, and how I finally landed a TEDX invitation. This achievement was my equivalent of getting admitted to a top 25 college, you know, the colleges that admit under 10% of their applicant pool? Yeah, like that. 

If you’ve ever had a big dream, this episode is for you.

If you’ve ever coached or mentored someone to achieve their dream, this is definitely for you. 

If you are currently dreaming of something bigger than yourself, this episode was made for you! 

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays 

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th)

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th)

Visit our website

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”

Follow On: 

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Essay Camp Dates 2024:

JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

#drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

The power of a college essay is the simplicity. A simple, simple topic can often make the best essays. Ironically, we tell our essay campers to NOT go home and tell their parents their essay topic. By Day 2, we’ve already labeled the essays by the topic, “The Cheese Essay,” or “The Taco Bell Essay,” “The Chocolate Essay,” etc. Without the context, parents often don’t get it and underestimate the beauty of simplicity.

Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast.

Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She  has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX.

Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success

Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!

FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject

Book a Free Mini Strategy Call

Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays 

Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges

Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th)

Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th)

Visit our website

TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”

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JUNE: 17 and 24 

JULY: 15, 22, 29

AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

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