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In last week’s episode, I shared my interview with Lisa Marker-Robbins, who has helped nearly 4,000 high school students and young adults gain the insight, experiences, and confidence they need to embark on their post-high school path.
In that conversation, we discussed why strong GPAs and high test scores may not be enough for your student to gain admittance to their dream college. Today, Lisa was kind enough to let me share an episode of her College and Career Clarity Podcast.
At many schools, like the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, prospective students must apply to a specific major when applying to college during the high school senior year. Since this is not standard at all colleges, it can be a confusing hurdle for many high schoolers and their families – but it doesn’t have to be. What does this mean for your teen? In this episode of the College and Career Clarity Podcast, Lisa Marker-Robbins speaks with Andy Borst, UIUC’s Director of Undergraduate Admissions, you’ll learn how college major-based admissions works and how to set your teen up to successfully navigate the process.
Although it can sometimes seem like it, admissions officers aren’t in the business of crushing your teen’s dreams. In fact, they want to make things possible for as many students as they can, and that’s where a college major-based admissions process can come into play. Each university can only accommodate a certain number of students in each program, so this type of application can help admissions staff focus on the students that are truly interested in the major and most likely to thrive.
When it comes to schools that admit by major, you might be surprised to learn that certain majors at these schools might be restricted to your student applying only as a 12th grader. For instance, if your child wants to study Computer Science at UIUC, they can only be admitted as a freshman or a transfer from another school. This means it’s crucial that your student does the work in high school to identify a college major that aligns to their wiring.
Andy warns not to try to take a shortcut into these highly competitive majors by applying for a different major in the hopes of transferring into your student’s desired field later. Trying to game the system isn’t wise. In these cases, your teen will be better off attending a different university where they have an assured start in their top choice major.
What is college admission by major
What majors are among the most popular and therefore most competitive
How do restricted majors eliminate options for many high school students
When can your teen choose a second college major
Question to ask colleges about admission by major
Lisa has a complimentary video on “How to guide your teen to choose the right major, college, & career” that she created for parents (and students), and she’s given me permission to invite my people! In this, she’ll cover:
How flipping the script on the college admissions process can help ensure an on-time (and on budget!) graduation and a career your teen will love.
How to know *beyond any doubt* that your teen has chosen the right college, major, and career path, and hasn’t based their decision on luck, picked the “safe” option, or inadvertently restricted their potential.
How to ensure your teen’s senior year choices don't trap them in an unsuitable major or close the door on an opportunity no amount of money or persuasion can open.
Click here to watch Lisa’s complimentary video, “How to guide your teen to choose the right major, college, & career,” here: flourishcoachingco.com/gps
That is why I am offering several special bonuses for families who sign up for Lisa’s Launch Career Clarity Program. Those bonuses are:
Access to my Personal Narrative mini-course: In this video-based course, you will learn about the Five Pillars and how they relate to a student’s Personal Narrative - a key component for winning scholarships. You’ll also get my lesson on answering the common scholarship essay prompt, “Why Do You Deserve To Win This Scholarship?”
Two live 45-minute one-on-one Q&A sessions with me to discuss anything about scholarships. I’ve never before offered this type of one-on-one scholarship help outside of my premier services.
Personalized one-on-one help with one Personal Narrative scholarship essay of your choice.
This special offer is only available until Midnight Eastern Time on November 18, 2024.
So, don’t delay. Sign up for Launch Career Clarity today to enjoy these special scholarship bonuses! Click here to get started: flourishcoachingco.com/gps
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For over a decade, Lisa Marker-Robbins has helped nearly 4,000 high school students and young adults gain the insight, experiences, and confidence they need to embark on their post-high school path.
Along the way, however, she noticed an alarming trend: Teens struggled to find their true purpose - devastatingly impacting the student’s college admissions and scholarship success.
In our conversation, Lisa shared:
Why strong GPAs and high test scores may not be enough to gain admittance to your student’s dream college.
Why “knowing where you want to go” is critical for college admissions and scholarships.
Why your teen is NOT too young to get clarity on their future college major and career, and how most of the world is better preparing teens for career clarity.
The role of college major clarity in college admissions, based on actual data from the colleges.
Why high self-awareness is critical for a student’s future success with college admissions and scholarships.
Lisa has a complimentary video on “How to guide your teen to choose the right major, college, & career” that she created for parents (and students), and she’s given me permission to share this with my audience! In this, she’ll cover:
How flipping the script on the college admissions process can help ensure an on-time (and on budget!) graduation and a career your teen will love.
How to know *beyond any doubt* that your teen has chosen the right college, major, and career path, and hasn’t based their decision on luck, picked the “safe” option, or inadvertently restricted their potential.
How to ensure your teen’s senior year choices don't trap them in an unsuitable major or close the door on an opportunity no amount of money or persuasion can open.
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Plus, you will also get my help with three scholarship applications and essays of your choice!
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Is your college savings plan insufficient or non-existent?
Are you worried that your student will be paying back student loans for the rest of their life?
Those were my fears, too!
I didn't want my son to be burdened with student loans for 20+ years of his life. But, I had failed to save enough money to pay for his college degree. So, I coached him to win nearly $100,000 in scholarships, and he's now a debt-free college graduate!
Average students can win scholarships if they know how.
Most scholarships don't even ask about a student's financial situation.
Sports scholarships make up a tiny fraction of the scholarships out there.
The course features concise video lessons designed to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Throughout the course, you'll acquire essential scholarship skills, including:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
Soon, the price of Scholarship GPS will more than double! So, don’t delay.
Go to https://www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps/1iqyq to start your scholarship journey today!
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This week's featured scholarships:
Is your college savings plan insufficient or non-existent?
Are you worried that your student will be paying back student loans for the rest of their life?
Those were my fears, too!
I didn't want my son to be burdened with student loans for 20+ years of his life. But, I had failed to save enough money to pay for his college degree. So, I coached him to win nearly $100,000 in scholarships, and he's now a debt-free college graduate!
Average students can win scholarships if they know how.
Most scholarships don't even ask about a student's financial situation.
Sports scholarships make up a tiny fraction of the scholarships out there.
The course features concise video lessons designed to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Throughout the course, you'll acquire essential scholarship skills, including:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
Soon, the price of Scholarship GPS will more than double! So, don’t delay.
Go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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Schedule a FREE Scholarship Consultation to learn more about scholarships for your high school junior. During this one-hour Zoom meeting, you’ll learn about:
Plus, I’ll answer your scholarship questions! Simply email [email protected] to request a link to schedule a free consultation at your convenience.
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Is your college savings plan insufficient or non-existent?
Are you worried that your student will be paying back student loans for the rest of their life?
Those were my fears, too!
I didn't want my son to be burdened with student loans for 20+ years of his life. But, I had failed to save enough money to pay for his college degree. So, I coached him to win nearly $100,000 in scholarships, and he's now a debt-free college graduate!
Average students can win scholarships if they know how.
Most scholarships don't even ask about a student's financial situation.
Sports scholarships make up a tiny fraction of the scholarships out there.
The course features concise video lessons designed to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Throughout the course, you'll acquire essential scholarship skills, including:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
Soon, the price of Scholarship GPS will more than double! So, don’t delay.
Go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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I recently spoke with Dave Walker of Walker Prep about why students’ standardized test scores often don’t correlate with the grades the student receives in school.
In our conversation, Dave shared:
The effects of “grade inflation” on the mismatch between standardized test scores vs. school grades.
What explains a student who doesn’t struggle with in-school tests but does struggle with standardized tests.
Why students need to adopt a different paradigm for standardized tests compared to in-school tests.
Tips for improving your test scores.
You can connect with Dave by visiting WalkerTestPrep.com.
You can use coupon code GPS10 for 10% off any of Dave Walker’s offerings.
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The earlier students identify their passion and purpose, the more success they will have with scholarships and college admissions. If you or your student are struggling to identify things like a future college major or career, please check out the services offered by Lisa Marker-Robbins.
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Is the cost of your child's college education keeping you up at night?
Is your college savings plan insufficient or non-existent?
Are you worried that your student will be paying back student loans for the rest of their life?
Those were my fears, too!
I didn't want my son to be burdened with student loans for 20+ years of his life. But, I had failed to save enough money to pay for his college degree. So, I coached him to win nearly $100,000 in scholarships, and he's now a debt-free college graduate!
Students don't need a perfect 4.0 GPA to win scholarships!
Average students can win scholarships if they know how.
Students don't have to come from a low-income household to win scholarships!
Most scholarships don't even ask about a student's financial situation.
Students don't have to be star athletes to win scholarships!
Sports scholarships make up a tiny fraction of the scholarships out there.
Having success with scholarships requires a plan, and that’s what Scholarship GPS provides.
The course features concise video lessons designed to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Throughout the course, you'll acquire essential scholarship skills, including:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
Now is your last chance to get lifetime access to the Scholarship GPS Course at the introductory rate of just $97.
Soon, the price of Scholarship GPS will more than double! So, don’t delay.
Go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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Katia Hua has dedicated her career to the field of education, working in various roles that have equipped her with the knowledge and expertise needed for education consulting. Throughout her professional journey, she has come to recognize the importance of not only guiding students through the college admissions process but also helping them discover their aspirations for the future. That's the major reason why she founded BosonEd.
I recently spoke with Katia about how high school juniors (Class of 2026) should start their college planning now (if they haven’t already). We also discussed some ways that younger students can begin preparing for college, as well.
In our conversation, Katia shared:
You can connect with Katia by visiting BosonEd.org.
Also, be sure to read the article Katia referenced in our discussion, “【Case study】What kind of student got into Princeton?'"
Class of 2026:
As Katia said in our discussion, high school juniors need to begin their college planning process right now. That includes planning how to pay for college, including scholarships.
Did you know a FULL RIDE scholarship is open for high school juniors right now?
Did you know that a different scholarship covering full tuition for any college in the country will be opening for juniors this spring?
These are just two of the many scholarship opportunities open to high school juniors.
My son won his first scholarship as a high school junior.
In the Scholarship GPS Course, you will find an interview with a high school junior who won a $35,000 scholarship!
So, while you need to start the college planning that Katia talked about, high school juniors also need to begin the scholarship process.
If you have a high school junior and would like to schedule a FREE consultation to learn about scholarships for high school juniors, drop me an email at [email protected]
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This week's featured scholarships:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
In addition to the valuable scholarship information, what sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of bonus lessons from trusted professionals, offering expert insights into college admissions, test preparation, and other crucial aspects of college readiness. By enrolling in this program, you will gain valuable information about scholarships and a comprehensive overview of college preparation.
Use discount code MYIMPACT to take 50% off the regular price of the Scholarship GPS Course. Don’t delay — the discount code MYIMPACT expires on September 30, 2024. So, go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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This week's featured scholarships:
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Dr. Sapna Sehgal. Sapna is an English professor, an Oxford graduate, and a College Admissions Consultant. Sapna has 20+ years teaching experience, 7+ years university lecturing experience, and 7+ years of college consulting experience. In our conversation Sapna explains how students can write their PERFECT college essay using her SCORE methodology. You can connect with Sapna at DrSapnaConsulting.com
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
In addition to the valuable scholarship information, what sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of bonus lessons from trusted professionals, offering expert insights into college admissions, test preparation, and other crucial aspects of college readiness. By enrolling in this program, you will gain valuable information about scholarships and a comprehensive overview of college preparation.
Plus, the Scholarship GPS Program has been updated with a lesson on how to leverage your work for MyImpact Challenge for many other scholarships, college applications, and more!
Use discount code MYIMPACT to take 50% off the regular price of the Scholarship GPS Course. Don’t delay — the discount code MYIMPACT expires on September 30, 2024. So, go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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Are you interested in helping your high school senior kickstart their scholarship journey?
The Class of 2025 Scholarship Bootcamp provides high school seniors with lifetime access to the Scholarship GPS Course (valued at $97), which teaches them how to locate, prioritize, and apply for scholarships.
This special program also includes personalized reviews, feedback, and editing assistance for three different scholarship applications of your choice, including essays of up to 2500 words (valued at $231).
While course access is lifetime, one-on-one essay help expires on December 31, 2024.
If bought separately, this program would cost $328. However, the Class of 2025 Scholarship Bootcamp is available at a reduced price of just $147.
Don’t wait. Senior year presents the greatest scholarship opportunity of your life, but it will be over before you know it. Don’t miss out on this chance to receive valuable one-on-one support with your scholarship applications and essays at an incredibly low price. Click here to sign up today.
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With 26 years of experience as a public speaking coach, and 15 years as a corporate etiquette consultant, Caroline Buxton Avinger is the owner of Protocol SC. She leads trainings on professionalism and communications, helping college students and new professionals transition to the workplace with the level of executive presence that employers seek. She helps them maximize their success by learning to communicate clearly and confidently, whether that’s from a stage or across a desk. And she helps them be comfortable in their own skin as they navigate any business encounter.
A graduate of Davidson College and Converse College, she spent several years as a middle school English teacher before working in professional development. She is certified by The Protocol School of Washington as an Intercultural Protocol and Etiquette Trainer as well as a Protocol Officer. Most recently, she was the head of Global Training and Development at AMECO, a former subsidiary of Fluor Corporation.
She lives in Greenville, SC, with her husband, two daughters, and a very spoiled Westie. In her spare time, she reads mystery novels (but only those that won't keep her up all night), works out when the spirit moves her, and hangs out with her family. Her current book obsession is Louise Penny's Armand Gamache series.
In our conversation, Caroline and I discussed:
How students can best handle difficulties with their dorm mate
The role of parents in helping students navigate roommate problems
The key to being a good roommate
Whether roommates need to be ‘best friends’
How high school students can prepare for college life
And much more
You can get in touch with Caroline on LinkedIn and Instagram or by email at [email protected]
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