here's what IVY LEAGUE admissions ACTUALLY look for [FULL GUIDE]

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______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ here's what IVY LEAGUE/TOP COLLEGES admissions ACTUALLY look for

In this video, Darren dives into how to be admitted into your top choice university/college/school in 2025. These tips and tricks will help you navigate the college admissions process!

By applying these hacks, you will discover how to craft a standout application, write compelling personal statements, and secure powerful letters of recommendation. Your GPA, standardized test scores (SAT/ACT), extracurricular activities, and interviews will also be exemplified!

0:00 Intro
0:16 You DON'T Need a Spike/Theme
1:51 Baseline for Admissions
3:06 The CORE Value EVERY College Wants
5:24 Curiosity
6:33 Competence
8:11 Communication
9:07 Context-Awareness
10:46 Critical Thinking
11:47 IMPORTANT - How to Apply 5 Cs in Extracurriculars
13:30 IMPORTANT - How to Apply 5 Cs in Essays
19:23 KILLER TIPS to BOOST Your Application!
23:56 Outro + Subscribe!

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