Demystifying College Admissions
I’m Julie Kim, and I’m the host of Demystifying College Admissions. Look, I’ve been there before! Navigating through the college admissions process is overwhelming, confusing and ultimately stressful. This podcast is designed to inspire high school students to identify their passions, learn all about the most updated college admissions strategies, with guests and experts from all industries! And the best part is we’ll also dive into mental health so that this podcast will be a healthy, safe, and vulnerable space for all teens and parents out there!
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Do Science Competitions Actually Impress Colleges?
08/26/2025
Do Science Competitions Actually Impress Colleges?
Are you a student with a big passion for science, but you’re feeling totally overwhelmed by the college admissions process? Are you wondering if competitions like ISEF are actually worth your time, or how you can even get a busy professor to mentor your research project? In today’s episode, we’re doing one of my favorite things: pulling back the curtain on a real-life coaching call with one of our brilliant Passion Project Bootcamp students! She is so organized, and she had a ton of great questions about science competitions and how to find mentors. So, you’ll get to hear the step-by-step process we go through together. You'll discover why timing is everything for competitions, get our proven strategy for reaching out to professors, and learn how to make all your extracurriculars, from volunteering to even SAT tutoring, really stand out on your application. Get ready to turn your passion into a standout college application that truly impresses admissions officers! I wanted to let you know that I have a Back-To-School - Live Free Training that I’m hosting, and you can register now at . This training focuses on new trends, new policies and how you can best prepare yourself or your child for your college admissions process. So make sure you register and we hope to see you inside. Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for Passion Project Bootcamp, our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! If you are looking for a more affordable way to level-up your college admissions strategies, we’ve officially launched our PPBC: A Self-Paced Online Course. This digital, step-by-step course will help you build a strong college admissions gameplan, select the right extracurriculars, brainstorm & execute your unique Passion Project, create your resume, and much more: . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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August 2025 College Admissions Checklist: What To Focus on This Month
08/04/2025
August 2025 College Admissions Checklist: What To Focus on This Month
Is summer winding down and you're feeling the back-to-school jitters? Wondering how to navigate college admissions, whether you're a freshman just starting out or a senior facing big deadlines? We’ve got you covered! Today, we're diving into essential August checklists for every high schooler. Since it's already August, this episode is perfectly timed to give you a clear roadmap of what you should be working on as you prepare for the new academic year. We've divided the content into two key categories: a tailored checklist for 9th through 11th graders and a completely different game plan for seniors. If you enjoy this format, keep tuning in! We just might be releasing monthly checklist episodes to keep you on track throughout the year. And of course, if you need more individualized guidance with your college admissions journey, we're always here to help you find the right program within Passion Prep. Ready for close, personalized support? That option is available for August, and you can reach out to our Support Team at , and we’ll be back with a brand-new podcast episode next week, so don't miss it. Before we dive into this checklist episode, I wanted to let you know that we are hosting a Free Live Training this Wednesday (August 6th). You can register now at and I'll walk you through 5 major mistakes that students are making that could decrease their chances of getting accepted, what's changing with the Ivy League and Top-tier college admissions landscape, and the exact 3-step framework my students used to get into Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Columbia, UCLA, NYU, and many more. Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for Passion Project Bootcamp, our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! If you are looking for a more affordable way to level-up your college admissions strategies, we’ve officially launched our PPBC: A Self-Paced Online Course. This digital, step-by-step course will help you build a strong college admissions gameplan, select the right extracurriculars, brainstorm & execute your unique Passion Project, create your resume, and much more: . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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[PPBC COACHING CALL] Planning for Ivy League Starts Early: A Freshman Coaching Session
07/29/2025
[PPBC COACHING CALL] Planning for Ivy League Starts Early: A Freshman Coaching Session
Are you a rising high school student wondering how to tackle the daunting college admissions process? Or perhaps you're a parent seeking insider strategies to help your child stand out? If so, you’re going to love this one! These are my favorite types of episodes to bring you, where I pull back the curtain on a live coaching session with a real Passion Prep student and share what happens when planning for Ivy League admission starts early. Today, you'll hear how I help students overcome the fear of starting high school, strategically selecting 9th-grade classes, and developing those truly compelling Passion Projects that make an impact. This isn't just theory; it's real-time, personalized guidance you can learn from too. Get ready to grab some invaluable insights into building a strong foundation for college success, straight from our student's own journey! Before we dive into this PPBC coaching call, I wanted to let you know that we are hosting a Free Live Training tomorrow (July 30th). You can register now at and I'll walk you through 5 major mistakes that students are making that could decrease their chances of getting accepted, what's changing with the Ivy League and Top-tier college admissions landscape, and the exact 3-step framework my students used to get into Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Columbia, UCLA, NYU, and many more. Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for Passion Project Bootcamp, our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! If you are looking for a more affordable way to level-up your college admissions strategies, we’ve officially launched our PPBC: A Self-Paced Online Course. This digital, step-by-step course will help you build a strong college admissions gameplan, select the right extracurriculars, brainstorm & execute your unique Passion Project, create your resume, and much more: . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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What I Wish I Knew In High School: Ivy League & Surgeon Life With My Husband
07/22/2025
What I Wish I Knew In High School: Ivy League & Surgeon Life With My Husband
This episode is an extra special one as I'm joined by my husband, a Brown University graduate and practicing oral surgeon! He's here to share what he wishes he knew back in high school, from navigating the Ivy League experience to thriving in the intense world of surgical training We've prepared questions that resonate with high school students and parents, including how to handle pressure and burnout, navigating doubt on your college admissions journey, exploring different oral surgery pathways, and how our definitions of success have evolved. Whether you're a high school student dreaming of an Ivy League or Top-tier school, a parent wondering what it really takes to support your child through the process, or someone curious about the journey from high school to surgeon life, this episode is for you. Before we dive into this fun interview with my husband, I wanted to let you know that we are hosting a free live training this coming Wednesday. You can register now at and I'll walk you through 5 major mistakes that students are making that could decrease their chances of getting accepted, what's changing with the Ivy League and Top-tier college admissions landscape, and the exact 3-step framework my students used to get into Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Columbia, UCLA, NYU, and many more. Additionally, we’ve officially launched our Passion Project Bootcamp: A : Self-Paced Online Course. This digital, step-by-step course will help you build a strong college admissions gameplan, select the right extracurriculars, brainstorm & execute your unique Passion Project, create your resume, and much more: . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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College Admissions Fear Is Real — Here’s How to Cope
04/25/2025
College Admissions Fear Is Real — Here’s How to Cope
Do you ever feel that knot of anxiety tightening in your stomach just thinking about college admissions? Are you a student wrestling with the fear of rejection, the pressure to be perfect, or the daunting question of "what if I'm not good enough?" Today I want to talk about dealing with this fear and pressure, for both students and their parents when it comes to the college admissions process. In this episode, I share my own story and the reasons why I coach our students to set big goals, plus I reveal how I shifted my mindset to deal with the pressure and uncertainty - all while growing myself by embracing all the possibilities. It’s my intention that this gives a perspective shift that will help you and your parents navigate the college admissions process with more confidence, less stress, and a renewed sense of purpose! Before we get started, for those of you who want to learn more about how we help our students get into their dream Ivy League and Top-tier colleges, you can start with our Free Intro Training at . Additionally, we’ve officially launched our PPBC: Self-Paced Online Course. This digital, step-by-step course will help you build a strong college admissions gameplan, select the right extracurriculars, brainstorm & execute your unique Passion Project, create your resume, and much more: . Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for Passion Project Bootcamp 2025 - Waitlist, our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. We are currently closed but you’ll be notified when we open up this summer: ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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How Kira Got Accepted Into University of Virginia (UVA) - Passion Prep Student Testimonial
04/04/2025
How Kira Got Accepted Into University of Virginia (UVA) - Passion Prep Student Testimonial
Have you ever felt like perfect grades and sky-high SAT scores were the only ticket to your dream college? What if you could defy those odds? Today, you’ll meet Kira, a Passion Prep student who just landed her spot at the University of Virginia, her dream college despite facing GPA and test score challenges. How did she do it? In this episode, Kira opens up about her journey and we dive into the strategies and insights that helped her stand out, even without "perfect" stats. If you're looking to demystify the path to Top-tier colleges and discover how to craft an application that truly shines, you won't want to miss this! Before we get started, for those of you who want to learn more about how we help our students get into their dream Ivy League and Top-tier colleges, you can start with our Free Intro Training at . Additionally, if you are looking for more 1:1 support, our VIP College Counseling Program - Waitlist is now available. We are currently at full capacity at this moment, but once you join our waitlist, you will be notified when our spots open up. You can fill out our application & join our waitlist using our link at . Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for Passion Project Bootcamp 2025, our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college at ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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5 Proven College Admissions Strategies That Got My Students Accepted Into Ivy League & Top-tier Colleges In 2024
03/10/2025
5 Proven College Admissions Strategies That Got My Students Accepted Into Ivy League & Top-tier Colleges In 2024
Would you like to know how our students got accepted into Ivy Leagues & Top-tier colleges, especially in competitive fields such as Computer Science, Pre-Med, and Pre-Law? Or, learn why you are actually decreasing your chances of getting accepted into your dream colleges without even realizing it? If you find yourself asking these questions, and are left yearning for the most robust strategies to help you stand out in this competitive landscape, this episode is perfect for you. Today, I’m sharing the audio of the Free Live Training that I just hosted last week, where I revealed our brand new presentation on 5 proven college admission strategies you must implement in order for you to stand out and get accepted into your dream colleges. By implementing at least one of these 5 strategies I share, and taking action correctly, you will see a dramatic difference in the way you view & approach your own college admissions journey. I’m hosting a Free Live Workshop this Wednesday, March 12th that I highly recommend you attend. During this live training, you’ll learn 5 Proven College Admissions Strategies That Got My Students Accepted Into Ivy League & Top-tier Colleges In 2024. You’ll also learn about the latest trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any recent policy changes occuring in the college admissions landscape. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for Passion Project Bootcamp 2025, our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college at ! Also, every year I work with a select 10 students with the college essay and application process, and our application to the program is going to go live in a few days for the Class of 2026 students. This intensive program starts in March 2025 and ends next January 2026, and you can reach out to our Support Team at for the application. Please note, if you are not our current Passion Prep student, we're going to give priority to our students first, as availability is very limited. As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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7 Traits of Students Who Got Accepted Into Their Dream Ivy League & Top-tier Colleges
03/03/2025
7 Traits of Students Who Got Accepted Into Their Dream Ivy League & Top-tier Colleges
Ever wonder what truly sets apart students who achieve their Ivy League dreams? Or, more broadly, what the hidden traits are of those who conquer any goal they set their mind to? Over the last 14 to 15 years, I have been able to collect 7 common traits of highly successful people who have accomplished their goals & dreams. In this episode, I reveal what they are and how they play a pivotal role in your college admissions journey, and your future! I’m hosting a Free Live Workshop this Wednesday, March 5th + the following Wednesday, March 12th that I highly recommend you attend. During this live training, you’ll learn 5 Proven College Admissions Strategies That Got My Students Accepted Into Ivy League & Top-tier Colleges In 2024. You’ll also learn about the latest trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any recent policy changes occuring in the college admissions landscape. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! Every year I work with a select 10 students with the college essay and application process, and our application to the program is going to go live in a few days for the Class of 2026 students. This intensive program starts in March 2025 and ends next January 2026, and you can reach out to our Support Team at for the application. Please note, if you are not our current Passion Prep student, we're going to give priority to our students first, as availability is very limited. As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our Support Team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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When is the best time to take the SAT or ACT (For each grade level)?
12/05/2024
When is the best time to take the SAT or ACT (For each grade level)?
Are you not sure when is the right moment to dive into SAT or ACT prep? This is a question I get often, so I wanted to break it all down for you today based on each grade level. In our latest episode, I reveal the best time to start preparing for these standardized tests, how diagnostic scores work and the academic factors that really matter when it comes to college applications. You may find this episode a little bit more instructional in nature and requires more technical strategies, but I find it helpful to have one of these episodes every so often. Regardless of which grade you’re in right now, what I will share today will give you the guidance you need to navigate the SAT and ACT with more confidence! I’m also hosting a free live workshop this coming Wednesday that I highly recommend you attend. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges, new trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any recent policy changes occuring in the college admissions landscape. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! If you want more individualized college admissions support, we have our 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program that is one year long called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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Myth: You have to be a genius to get into Ivy League colleges
11/21/2024
Myth: You have to be a genius to get into Ivy League colleges
Do you have to be a genius to get into Ivy League colleges? This is a question I get often, and I want to quickly debunk this myth for students (+parents) currently navigating their college admissions journey. More than ever, colleges now are looking for more than just quantitative factors, and in this episode, I discuss the often-overlooked qualitative factors that play a crucial role in the admissions decision-making process. So, if this is a myth that has been holding you back from aiming for Ivy League or Top-tier colleges that you had your eyes on, then this episode is going to be very beneficial to you! I’m also hosting a free live workshop this coming Wednesday that I highly recommend you attend. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges, new trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any recent policy changes occuring in the college admissions landscape. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! If you want more individualized college admissions support, we have our 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program that is one year long called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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The impact of social media in college admissions
10/31/2024
The impact of social media in college admissions
In today's digital age, there’s no denying that social media has become an integral part of our lives. However, there's just so much going on in the world of social media and I’ve discovered students having a hard time managing all that comes with social media as it relates to college admissions. While there can be benefits to social media when it comes to college admissions, it can still be very tough. In our latest episode, I reveal 3 pros and cons of social media in the college admissions space, and I share how you can begin to manage your screen time, foster a positive online presence, and ultimately, leverage social media to your advantage. I’m hosting a free live workshop this coming Wednesday that I highly recommend you register for. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges, new trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any recent policy changes occuring in the college admissions landscape. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! If you want more individualized college admissions support, we have our 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program that is one year long called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! On the other hand, if you’re not quite ready to make a long-term commitment but still need help assessing your current college admissions-standing, I recommend you book a 1:1 45-Minute Private Coaching Call with me to help address your urgent questions. You can book this call by . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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How To Strategize Your Unique College Admissions Game Plan
10/24/2024
How To Strategize Your Unique College Admissions Game Plan
Are you dreaming of attending your dream college and wondering what it takes to stand out in this competitive college admissions process? The answer isn't about doing everything all at once, but about having a strategic game plan and once you have a solid foundation in place first, you can focus on important action-steps that we execute inside our Passion Prep programs. Last week, I hosted a bonus training for our Passion Prep students on this very same topic. Although I rarely share our Passion Prep materials as I like to keep it exclusive for our students, I thought sharing the audio recording from this presentation would be really helpful for listeners of our podcast. I hope this episode helps you create a personalized roadmap to achieve your goals so you can navigate the college application process with more confidence & clarity! I’m also hosting a free live workshop this coming Wednesday that I highly recommend you register for. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges, new trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any recent policy changes occuring in the college admissions landscape. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! If you want more individualized college admissions support, we have our 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program that is one year long called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! On the other hand, if you’re not quite ready to make a long-term commitment but still need help assessing your current college admissions-standing, I recommend you book a 1:1 45-Minute Private Coaching Call with me to help address your urgent questions. You can book this call by . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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Hard Major vs. Easy Major
10/10/2024
Hard Major vs. Easy Major
Identifying your major and building evidence(s) around it will help you stand out in the college admissions process, but do you select a hard major with a lesser chance of acceptance, or an easier one with a higher chance of getting accepted? This is a very nuanced topic because it depends on a lot of factors, and in this episode, I break it all down and reveal what you need to keep in mind when deciding on which major to pursue. I’m also hosting a free live workshop this coming Wednesday that I highly recommend you register for. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges, new trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any policy changes that have recently happened. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! If you want more individualized college admissions support, we have our 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program that is one year long called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! On the other hand, if you’re not quite ready to make a long-term commitment but still need help assessing your current college admissions-standing, I recommend you book a 1:1 45-Minute Private Coaching Call with me to help address your urgent questions. You can book this call by . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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Passion Prep Student Interview - Accepted into Cornell University!
09/30/2024
Passion Prep Student Interview - Accepted into Cornell University!
A few weeks ago, one of our outstanding Passion Prep students, Rebecca, reached out to share the exciting news that she had been accepted into Cornell University! She wanted to express her gratitude for the support and guidance she received from our Passion Prep program. Her story is so inspiring that I knew I had to invite her to the podcast to share her journey with you. In this episode, you'll hear Rebecca's firsthand experience of her successful college admissions journey and why she credits so much of her achievement to the Passion Prep program. She’ll provide valuable insights on how the program helped her align her strengths with her application process and ultimately gain acceptance into her dream school. If you’re ready to get accepted into your dream college, and live your dream life like Rebecca is, then this episode is sure to help inspire and educate you on your own journey! I’m also hosting a free live workshop this coming Wednesday that I highly recommend you register for. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges, new trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any policy changes that have recently happened. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at ! If you want more individualized college admissions support, we have our 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program that is one year long called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! On the other hand, if you’re not quite ready to make a long-term commitment but still need help assessing your current college admissions-standing, I recommend you book a 1:1 45-Minute Private Coaching Call with me to help address your urgent questions. You can book this call by . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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Passion Prep Case Study: Accepted to Harvard, Columbia, and UC Berkeley
09/19/2024
Passion Prep Case Study: Accepted to Harvard, Columbia, and UC Berkeley
In this episode, I'm excited to share real-life case studies from our students who gained acceptance into some of the most prestigious and competitive colleges: Harvard, Columbia, and UC Berkeley. By highlighting these case studies, you'll gain valuable insights into the strategies and approaches our students used to successfully get into their dream schools through our program, the Accepted Club. The recording you'll hear is from a recent live workshop where I discussed critical factors like GPA, SAT scores, extracurriculars, passion projects, research positions, and more. These are the essential elements that played a key role in our students' acceptance into top universities. Whether you're aiming for Ivy League schools or other highly selective institutions, I hope these case studies offer you both inspiration and actionable takeaways! I’m also hosting a free live workshop this coming Wednesday that I highly recommend you register for. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges, new trends that we’re seeing in college admissions, along with any policy changes that have recently happened. I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! We also have our brand new 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! On the other hand, if you’re not quite ready to make a long-term commitment but still need help assessing your current college admissions-standing, I recommend you book a 1:1 45-Minute Private Coaching Call with me to help address your urgent questions. You can book this call by . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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[Passion Prep Student Interview] How She Landed a Johns Hopkins Research Position
09/09/2024
[Passion Prep Student Interview] How She Landed a Johns Hopkins Research Position
I’m thrilled to introduce you to Tara, one of our outstanding Passion Prep students, as she shares her inspiring journey through the college admissions process. In this episode, Tara opens up about the overwhelming stress she initially felt, trying to juggle “all the things” to stand out. But as she soon discovered, it’s not about the sheer quantity of activities or test scores - it’s about quality, passion, and intellectual curiosity that truly make a difference. Listen in as Tara reveals how shifting her mindset and adopting the strategies we teach here at Passion Prep led to incredible wins, including landing a prestigious research position at Johns Hopkins. Her story is not only motivational but also packed with valuable insights for anyone navigating their own college admissions journey. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you register for our upcoming Live Free Training starting this coming Wednesday. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges. It all starts this coming Wednesday and I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! If you’d like to work with us just like Tara, we have our brand new 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 8 x 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! On the other hand, if you’re not quite ready to make a long-term commitment but still need help assessing your current college admissions-standing, I recommend you book a 1:1 45-Minute Private Coaching Call with me to help address your urgent questions. You can book this call by . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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Should You Apply To Ivy League Colleges?
09/02/2024
Should You Apply To Ivy League Colleges?
In today’s episode, I tackle the controversial question, “Should you apply to Ivy League colleges?” I break down the real value of these prestigious institutions and whether they’re truly worth the effort. Discover the key reasons people are drawn to Ivy League schools and what they can offer - if you’re ready to maximize the opportunity. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you register for our upcoming Live Free Training starting this coming Wednesday. During this training, you’ll learn 3 high-level strategies you must implement to get accepted into your dream colleges. It all starts this coming Wednesday and I can’t wait to support you! You can reserve your free seat at /! We’ve also officially opened up our brand new 1:1 Premier College Counseling Program called the Accepted Club. Inside this program, we’ll focus on providing you with the best individualized support by focusing on your passion, strength and potential. Your support will include 1:1 Sessions via Zoom, Unlimited Email Support with our coaches, and Weekly Office Hours to answer any questions you have about your college admissions journey. Start your journey to your dream college here: ! On the other hand, if you’re not quite ready to make a long-term commitment but still need help assessing your current college admissions-standing, I recommend you book a 1:1 45-Minute Private Coaching Call with me to help address your urgent questions. You can book this call by . As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is: .
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6 Lessons I learned growing up as an Asian American in the United States (College Admissions Edition)
06/03/2024
6 Lessons I learned growing up as an Asian American in the United States (College Admissions Edition)
I immigrated with my family to the United States from South Korea in third grade, and I’ve lived through what it feels like to navigate life and education in this country. My parents sacrificed so much to give me this opportunity to live, study and start my own business here, so in this episode, I wanted to share some of the big lessons that I’ve learned (so far!) in the hopes that you find them relatable, insightful and motivating to you. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you register for our upcoming Free 3-Day Training Series + Live Q&A, The DNA of Accepted Students. During these 4 days, you’ll be working with me in identifying your Theme, building your Passion Project based on your newfound Theme, and crafting your dream college list. It all starts June 17th and I can’t wait to support you!. You can reserve your free seat now at /! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for Passion Project Bootcamp, our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at [email protected]. Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is: .
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Let's Be Honest. Is An Ivy League Education Worth It?
05/09/2024
Let's Be Honest. Is An Ivy League Education Worth It?
Today, we will be talking about a controversial topic - is an Ivy League/Top-tier college education actually worth it? Recently, DailyMail.com published a report detailing the links between Ivy League degrees and future earnings, and this immediately prompted me to pick up my microphone and voice my honest opinions. Sit back, grab a refreshing drink, and enjoy our latest episode as we talk deeper about the worth of a flagship college education, as well as the common patterns we are seeing with our current generation of students (& parents) and how they perceive colleges in today’s competitive landscape. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you attend our free 60-minute introductory training where you’ll learn the 3 Essential Strategies you can implement right now to build a stand-out factor and craft a compelling college portfolio. You can reserve your seat now at ! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can enroll in the , our 1-year group college consulting program, to help you get ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college at ! As always, if you have any questions, please reach out to our Support Team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is:
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Student Panel 2024: Accepted into Cornell, UNC Chapel Hill, and many more
04/22/2024
Student Panel 2024: Accepted into Cornell, UNC Chapel Hill, and many more
To kick off another new episode, I will be sharing a recent Student Panel hosted with several of our Passion Project Bootcamp students. In this episode, our students share their unique college admissions journey and how they were able to find success throughout this process ultimately leading to acceptances to colleges such as Cornell University, UNC Chapel Hill, Emory University, NYU, and many more. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you attend our free 60-minute introductory training where you’ll learn the 3 Essential Strategies you can implement right now to build a stand-out factor and craft a compelling college portfolio. You can reserve your seat now at ! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can enroll in the , our 1-year group college consulting program, to help you get ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college at ! As always, if you have any questions, please reach out to our Support Team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is:
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New College Admissions Trends to Watch in 2024 and 2025
04/08/2024
New College Admissions Trends to Watch in 2024 and 2025
The college admissions landscape is undergoing significant changes for the first time in history. For students to have a successful college application season, they must stay informed and be prepared for the latest policy changes in the world of college admissions. To kick off our new season for Demystifying College Admissions, I’ll take you through new college admissions trends students must watch out for in 2024 and 2025, and what you can do to combat the competition & position yourself as a must-have applicant. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you attend our free 60-minute introductory training where you’ll learn the 3 Essential Strategies you can implement right now to build a stand-out factor and craft a compelling college portfolio. You can reserve your seat now at ! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can enroll in the , our 1-year group college consulting program, to help you get ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college at ! As always, if you have any questions, please reach out to our Support Team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our Instagram handle is:
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Parents’ Roles In College Admissions, New Trends, And the best college admissions advice with Elizabeth West (College Consultant)
03/06/2023
Parents’ Roles In College Admissions, New Trends, And the best college admissions advice with Elizabeth West (College Consultant)
Every single episode we talk a lot about students’ passion and helping them find their interest and values, but today I want to focus on the role the families play in this process with my special guest, Elizabeth West of EWC College Consulting. In this great conversation with Elizabeth, we take a deeper look at the parents’ roles. You’ll discover the new college admission trends that we’re seeing, and she gives her best advice for students who are on their college admissions journey. I love the humor, expertise, and wisdom Elizbeth brings to the podcast, so I’m excited for you to meet her and to laugh and learn with us today! Mark your calendars for March 15th, 2023, at 5pm PST/8pm EST, as we are hosting a live free training on college admissions! I’ll be sharing 3 strategies you must implement, and I'll also walk you through how to plan for your summer break. You can sign up for this now at , but hurry as spots are very limited! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is:
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How To Get What You Really Want: College Acceptance, Confidence, and Ultimate Success
02/20/2023
How To Get What You Really Want: College Acceptance, Confidence, and Ultimate Success
If you’ve been following me for a while now or you’re a student in one of our programs, you know that I am always emphasising the importance of mindset. In this episode, I want to talk about some of the things that are not really discussed in the space of college admissions. Today, I reveal the role mindset plays in having the confidence to set big goals that will ultimately lead you to find passion and success on your college admissions journey. Remember, there’s a transformation you can go through when you set big goals. Even if you don’t reach that goal, you will inevitably go through a shift, and this process will help you evolve as you become a more happy, more confident, and more successful person. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you attend our free 60-minute introductory training, where you’ll learn the 3 Essential Strategies you can implement right now to build a compelling college portfolio. You can reserve your seat now at ! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is:
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How To Make College Admissions Journey MORE FUN and LESS STRESSFUL
02/06/2023
How To Make College Admissions Journey MORE FUN and LESS STRESSFUL
The college admissions process is stressful, but in this solo episode, I reveal how you can make this journey less stressful and more fun, I uncover the reasons why this stress exists, and the ways that college admissions have changed drastically over the years. Today, you’ll learn the true importance of how being passionate and being yourself is ultimately what will get you into your dream college! I hope you enjoy this episode, and I highly recommend that you attend our free 60-minute introductory training, where you’ll learn the 3 Essential Strategies you can implement right now to build a compelling college portfolio. You can reserve your seat now at ! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is:
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An Interview with Grad of Brown University, Cambridge, Harvard Medical School, and White House Fellowship, Andrew Kim
01/09/2023
An Interview with Grad of Brown University, Cambridge, Harvard Medical School, and White House Fellowship, Andrew Kim
Today I’m joined by a very special guest, Andrew Kim, who is a graduate of Brown University, Cambridge, Harvard Medical School and a White House Fellowship. In this episode, Andrew reveals how he achieved all his accomplishments. You'll be surprised to hear that it wasn't just by studying hard, which could be considered unexpected coming from a doctor and researcher with such an impressive resume. I’m really excited to share this episode with you because it’s crucial for high school students to hear from people who already went through what you’re about to go through.I hope that Andrew’s story will also be a tremendous source of inspiration to you for your own college admissions journey. If you are listening to this episode in January 2023, I’ll be hosting a couple of free live workshops, 3 Essential Steps to Getting Accepted Into Your Dream Colleges (even if you think you’re not unique or competitive enough).I’ll be sharing the latest college admissions trends and the proven formula our students used to get accepted into Harvard, Yale, Stanford, UPenn, Cornell, John Hopkins, and many more. During this live workshop, we will officially be opening enrollment for our premier 1-year group college consulting program, . The Next Level program is for YOU if you want to STAND OUT and WOW Ivy League & Top-tier colleges by strategizing your college admissions portfolio, creating your own Passion Project, and landing research/intern positions. You can reserve your seat for this free living training now at .I can’t wait to see you there! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is:
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Student Case Study: ACCEPTED to UPenn Early Decision (Without Straight A's and SAT Optional)
12/26/2022
Student Case Study: ACCEPTED to UPenn Early Decision (Without Straight A's and SAT Optional)
We have some exciting news! Our student Isha just got accepted into UPenn Early Decision, and in today’s episode, you’re going to hear exactly how she did it. Isha shares her GPA, SAT scores, extracurriculars, and the strategies from our program that she implemented to get accepted into her dream college. It’s important to note that she didn’t have straight A’s, and she didn’t submit her SAT scores, but by following her passion and proven strategies, she was able to receive early acceptance into UPenn as an International Relations major. I’m so proud of the growth Isha has shown and how she has matured into such a powerful and passionate individual. I hope you find her story informative and inspirational for your own college admissions journey! Our premier 1-year group college consulting program, , is opening doors for the 2023 cohort in January, and this is the only opportunity that you’ll have to enroll this upcoming year. This program will help you stand out and get accepted into your dream Ivy League and Top-tier colleges by creating your unique strategy, executing a strategically-aligned Passion Project, and also by landing research and internship positions. Starting in February 2023, my team and I will be guiding a small group of qualified and highly-motivated high school students toward their dream colleges. You can join the waitlist now at to be among the first to be notified when enrollment opens. Before this year comes to an end, are you interested in learning more top strategies that will take your college application to the next level? You can start by registering for our free training now at to discover 3 strategies to help you stand out & get accepted into your dream Ivy League & Top-tier colleges! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is:
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Student Case Study: ACCEPTED into John Hopkins, Cornell, and USC
12/19/2022
Student Case Study: ACCEPTED into John Hopkins, Cornell, and USC
Today I’m sharing with you some of the examples and strategies from our and students. In this episode, you’ll hear from three different students of ours; one who got accepted into John Hopkins and Harvard, another who was accepted into Cornell, and the final student who got accepted into USC. They each reveal the mistakes that they made in the initial part of their college admissions journey, some of the changes they had to make once they started working with us inside of our program, the extracurriculars they worked on, and a whole lot more. Stay tuned as we’ll be doing another round of these episodes where I share case studies of our students who are getting accepted into their dream colleges! I have exciting news! Our premier 1-year group college consulting program, , is opening doors for the 2023 cohort in January, and this is the only opportunity that you’ll have to enroll this upcoming year. This program will help you stand out and get accepted into your dream Ivy League and Top-tier colleges by creating your unique strategy, executing a strategically-aligned Passion Project, and also by landing research and internship positions. Starting in February 2023, my team and I will be guiding a small group of qualified and highly-motivated high school students toward their dream colleges. You can join the waitlist now at to be among the first to be notified when enrollment opens! Are you interested in learning more top strategies that will take your college application to the next level? You can start by registering for our free training now at to discover 3 strategies to help you stand out & get accepted into your dream Ivy League & Top-tier colleges! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is:
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Class of 2024 Students: 5 Things You Must Work on Right Now
12/05/2022
Class of 2024 Students: 5 Things You Must Work on Right Now
Today I have a very special episode for our Class of 2024 students. Being a Junior is really tough; you have an unforgiving course load, an insane amount of homework, and a lot of added commitments that make it difficult to look ahead and plan for your Senior year. That’s why I wanted to record a comprehensive episode for you detailing 5 of the most important things you must work on right now if you are a Class of 2024 student! Are you interested in learning more top strategies that will take your college application to the next level? You can start by registering for our free training now at to discover 3 strategies to help you stand out & get accepted into your dream Ivy League & Top-tier colleges! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is:
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Should Passion Really Drive Your College Admissions Journey?
11/21/2022
Should Passion Really Drive Your College Admissions Journey?
As you can see from the title of this episode, today I want to help you understand something so essential to question in your college admissions journey: whether passion should drive your college admissions journey. In this episode, you’ll o hear why I believe the answer to this question is “no” and why I feel so strongly that passion should drive your life, and then as a byproduct, your college admissions success becomes inevitable. Are you interested in learning more top strategies that will take your college application to the next level? You can start by registering for our free training now at to discover 3 strategies to help you stand out & get accepted into your dream Ivy League & Top-tier colleges! Get ready to open your “Congratulations, You’re Accepted!” letter from your dream college! You can reserve your spot for , our 1-year group college consulting program to get you ACCEPTED into your dream college using your passion, strength and potential. Start your journey to your dream college ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is: www.
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College Insight With UC Berkeley Alumni Nicky Certo
10/17/2022
College Insight With UC Berkeley Alumni Nicky Certo
Today we have a very special guest, Nicky, who is a graduate of UC Berkeley. Nicky majored in film and minored in computer science, and we invited him onto the podcast because he has a lot of useful insights and information about important things like selecting a major. This is an area where many students and parents are stressing out about, and Nicky reveals how he was able to finally declare his major during his junior year. He also shares the pros and cons of UC Berkeley, specifically regarding the environment and the resources that were provided there, and much more. We hope that you can gain some insight from Nicky’s journey, and after listening to this episode, you can decipher for yourself whether UC Berkeley would be a good fit for you! I am hosting our final live workshop of the year, , this coming Wednesday, October 19th. In this workshop, you can ask questions and learn the most updated college admission trends and strategies. You will also hear more about our college consulting program, , as we’ll be opening enrollment to that during the live workshop. Head on over to to reserve your free seat now. Again, this is the last event of the year, and I do not want you to miss out on it! You can register for our free training now at ! As always, if you have questions, please reach out to our support team at . Also I’d love to connect with you on Instagram – our new Instagram handle is: www.
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