Ivy League Applications Were Hard Until I Understood These 3 Things

Ivy League Applications Were Hard Until I Understood These 3 Things

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In this video, I break down the 3 things that helped me and 100s of students transform their Ivy League applications. These are the same strategies that helped me get into Harvard, and they’re probably not what you expect.

From showing real intellectual curiosity to building a focused narrative, I’ll walk you through exactly what top colleges are really looking for—and how to apply it all to your own story.

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00:00 – What Separates Accepted vs. Rejected Students
00:17 – The 3 Crucial Areas You Must Understand
00:30 – Why “Being Unfinished” Is a Strength
00:45 – Intellectual Curiosity: What It Really Means
01:38 – Admissions Officers Look for Growth, Not Perfection
02:31 – How to Show Curiosity in Your Application
03:15 – Connecting Different Interests for a Stronger Story
04:02 – Evolution of Interests Over Time
05:00 – Why Being Open-Minded Sets You Apart
05:34 – Curiosity Drives Your Entire Application
05:54 – The Power of Framing Your Story
06:33 – Prestige vs. Personal Impact
07:39 – How Colleges Evaluate Activities (It’s Not What You Think)
08:28 – Context Over Impressiveness
09:15 – Demonstrating Progress and Commitment
09:46 – Real Example: Low-Income Student Who Stood Out
10:45 – Biggest Mistake: Trying to Show Everything
11:13 – Why One Standout Quality Is More Powerful
12:09 – Finding Your Core Theme
13:22 – Threading Your Standout Quality Across Your App
14:09 – Reflecting on Values and Patterns of Involvement
15:16 – How to Weave Your Theme Through the Whole Application
16:25 – Make Sure Recommenders Reinforce Your Standout Trait
17:07 – How Admissions Officers Actually Review Applications
17:33 – Final Thoughts + How to Get Help With Your App