Past Events
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Date: Tuesday, February 9th
How to Get a Head Start on College Applications
College applications are complex, difficult, and completely unique. At no other time in life will someone be asked to write the same kind of essays, engage in the same types of research, or make the big decisions as during college applications. What’s more, the competition gets fiercer with every passing year.
Starting on college applications as early as possible is a necessity in today’s competitive environment for college admissions. Join the college planning experts at THE ADMISSIONS ANGLE as they discuss the following:
- How can I research colleges, know how many to apply to, and understand where I would be a good fit?
- What are colleges looking for in terms of essays, and what does my essay crafting timeline look like?
- How can I begin to choose a major?
- How can I form an admissions strategy? How much does my strategy matter?
- What can I do before the start of summer to shore up my extracurricular activities?
These questions and so many more will be the subject of this free Zoom webinar.
Zoom Webinar (registered attendees only)
2:00 - 3:15 PM (EST)
College Admissions Services
Schedule a Free Consultation
Meet with Alex one-on-one via video chat to talk about your son/daughter’s admissions plan. Afterwards, receive a no-obligation Customized College Roadmap (CCR) with advice on courses, extracurricular activities, standardized tests, and Admissions Angle strategy.
Date: Wednesday, January 27th
Transfer Apps: 101
Are you thinking about applying as a transfer student this spring? Whether you are planning to transfer from community college to a four-year university or hoping to find a better fit at a different school, these admissions tips and tricks will help you on your journey.
Join the admissions experts at New York-based consultation group, The Admissions Angle, who look forward to discussing:
- What is involved in the transfer process?
- How is the transfer admissions process different from the freshman admissions process?
- What makes a competitive transfer profile?
- What should write about on my personal statement?
- How can I explain why I want to transfer?
- When are the important deadlines I should know about
The webinar will be followed by a Q and A session where students are invited to ask all of their transfer-related questions.
Zoom Webinar (registered attendees only)
3:00 - 4:30 PM (EST)
Date: Tuesday, January 12th
Applying to Competitive Summer Programs: 2021 Edition
- What is the admissions value in a competitive summer program?
- What is a competitive summer program versus a pay-to-play summer program?
- How do I apply to these programs and when are the deadlines?
- How will these summer programs be affected by distance learning or are they likely to take place in person?
- How do I choose a summer program?
- How does a competitive summer program integrate with my college admissions strategy?
Zoom Webinar (registered attendees only)
1:30 - 3:00 PM (EST)
Date: Thursday, October 29th
How to Ace Your College Interview
The Admissions Angle is back, this time with a webinar on tips and tricks for acing your college interview. In this presentation, The Admissions Angle founders Noelle Compton and Alex Loveless will cover:
Tips for preparing for your interview: From how to practice to choosing an outfit, it’s important that you feel confident and ready in the weeks leading up to your interview.
How to answer the most common questions : What attracts you to our school? What do you plan to major in? What are your career plans?
What types of questions to ask the interviewer: Remember, this is a two-way street! If you don’t come prepped with the right questions, you’re not doing your part.
How to engage in follow-up correspondence: The interview doesn’t end from the time you say goodbye. Do you know what to do next?
Zoom-specific interview etiquette: With almost all of the in-person alumni interviews cancelled for the year, you’ll have to adjust your interview technique to match.
This information is useful not only for college interviews, but also for job interviews! Join us to learn how presenting your best self can influence college prospects.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:00 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, October 7th
Common Application DOs and DON'Ts
Tools to organize an effective admissions strategy
The Common Application is open and early application deadlines are approaching fast. The Common App is intuitive and easy to use, but there are several tips and tricks to help you maximize the effectiveness of your application.
In this webinar, college admissions experts from The Admissions Angle will be covering the following topics:
- Introduction to Common Application
- Selecting programs
- Extracurricular activities
- Honors and Awards
- Essays
- Supplemental materials
- Additional Information
- Checking your application
Join us for this free informational webinar on all the DOs and DON’Ts of the Common Application. Time is running out for early applications so it’s important to know what to expect, when to expect it, and how to maximize your chance at admission to your top-choice schools.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:30 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, September 30th
The College Essay Workshop
With the added complications of coronavirus, the Class of 2021 is in for a stressful senior year. Top colleges will expect to see excellent grades, and cancelled tests will need to be made up. It is therefore more important than ever for students to get a jump on college admissions essays as early as possible, so that they can save their energy this fall.
Join The Admissions Angle’s Academic Director, Noelle Compton, as she shares her expertise on college essays. This workshop will include information on:
– The Essay Archetypes (the extracurricular essay, the community essay, the “Why Us” essay, etc.)
– Planning the perfect personal statement
– Strategizing a plan of attack, including a calendar for completion
($100) General Admissions Students will receive:
– A recording of the presentation for later reference
– The Admissions Angle Personal Statement Manual (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Application Profile Brainstorming Questionnaire (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Essay Workbook (PDF)
($250) Premium Admission Students will also receive:
– 1:1 personal statement brainstorm session with Noelle (60 minutes)
– Supplemental essay list for up to ten schools of the student’s choice
– One voucher for a round of personal statement feedback and edits, to be redeemed before early applications (mid-October)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
7:00 - 9:00 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, September 2nd
The College Essay Workshop
With the added complications of coronavirus, the Class of 2021 is in for a stressful senior year. Top colleges will expect to see excellent grades, and cancelled tests will need to be made up. It is therefore more important than ever for students to get a jump on college admissions essays as early as possible, so that they can save their energy this fall.
Join The Admissions Angle’s Academic Director, Noelle Compton, as she shares her expertise on college essays. This workshop will include information on:
– The Essay Archetypes (the extracurricular essay, the community essay, the “Why Us” essay, etc.)
– Planning the perfect personal statement
– Strategizing a plan of attack, including a calendar for completion
($100) General Admissions Students will receive:
– A recording of the presentation for later reference
– The Admissions Angle Personal Statement Manual (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Application Profile Brainstorming Questionnaire (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Essay Workbook (PDF)
($250) Premium Admission Students will also receive:
– 1:1 personal statement brainstorm session with Noelle (60 minutes)
– Supplemental essay list for up to ten schools of the student’s choice
– One voucher for a round of personal statement feedback and edits, to be redeemed before early applications (mid-October)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
2:00 - 4:00 PM (EST)
Date: Tuesday, September 1st
How to Choose the RIGHT Major
College applications are a stressful undertaking. With a time crunch to complete essays, shore up activities, ask for recommendations, and build a college list, choosing the right major is an added stressor that many fail to consider. After all, you should major in what you like, right?
As it turns out, choosing the right major is a significant factor in college admissions. In this webinar, we will be discussing:
- How to balance a student’s talent, passion, and admissions value
- How different colleges treat the choice of major (e.g. liberal arts colleges, top-30, large state schools)
- Consequences of choosing certain majors
- Places where procedures allow for flexibility
- Ways to build a competitive college application around the choice of major
- The pros and cons of applying undecided
Join the college application experts from The Admissions Angle as they share strategies for choosing a major. The webinar will conclude with a Q and A panel for asking your unique questions surrounding the college admissions process.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:30 PM (EST)
Date: Tuesday, August 11th
Common Application DOs and DON'Ts
The Common Application opens on August 1st for college-bound seniors. This streamlined platform for applying to colleges is intuitive and easy to use, but there are several tips and tricks to help you maximize the effectiveness of your application.
In this webinar, college admissions experts from The Admissions Angle will be covering the following topics:
- Introduction to Common Application
- Selecting programs
- Extracurricular activities
- Honors and Awards
- Essays
- Supplemental materials
- Additional Information
- Checking your application
Join us for this free informational webinar on all the DOs and DON’Ts of the Common Application. Get an early start on this important process so you can know what to expect, when to expect it, and how to maximize your chance at admission to your top schools.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:30 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, August 12th
The College Essay Workshop
With the added complications of coronavirus, the Class of 2021 is in for a stressful senior year. Top colleges will expect to see excellent grades, and cancelled tests will need to be made up. It is therefore more important than ever for students to get a jump on college admissions essays as early as possible, so that they can save their energy this fall.
Join The Admissions Angle’s Academic Director, Noelle Compton, as she shares her expertise on college essays. This workshop will include information on:
– The Essay Archetypes (the extracurricular essay, the community essay, the “Why Us” essay, etc.)
– Planning the perfect personal statement
– Strategizing a plan of attack, including a calendar for completion
($100) General Admissions Students will receive:
– A recording of the presentation for later reference
– The Admissions Angle Personal Statement Manual (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Application Profile Brainstorming Questionnaire (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Essay Workbook (PDF)
($250) Premium Admission Students will also receive:
– 1:1 personal statement brainstorm session with Noelle (60 minutes)
– Supplemental essay list for up to ten schools of the student’s choice
– One voucher for a round of personal statement feedback and edits, to be redeemed before early applications (mid-October)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
2:00 - 4:00 PM (EST)
Date: Tuesday, August 4th
Common Application DOs and DON'Ts
The Common Application opens on August 1st for college-bound seniors. This streamlined platform for applying to colleges is intuitive and easy to use, but there are several tips and tricks to help you maximize the effectiveness of your application.
In this webinar, college admissions experts from The Admissions Angle will be covering the following topics:
- Introduction to Common Application
- Selecting programs
- Extracurricular activities
- Honors and Awards
- Essays
- Supplemental materials
- Additional Information
- Checking your application
Join us for this free informational webinar on all the DOs and DON’Ts of the Common Application. Get an early start on this important process so you can know what to expect, when to expect it, and how to maximize your chance at admission to your top schools.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:30 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, July 29th
The College Essay Workshop
With the added complications of coronavirus, the Class of 2021 is in for a stressful senior year. Top colleges will expect to see excellent grades, and cancelled tests will need to be made up. It is therefore more important than ever for students to get a jump on college admissions essays as early as possible, so that they can save their energy this fall.
Join The Admissions Angle’s Academic Director, Noelle Compton, as she shares her expertise on college essays. This workshop will include information on:
– The Essay Archetypes (the extracurricular essay, the community essay, the “Why Us” essay, etc.)
– Planning the perfect personal statement
– Strategizing a plan of attack, including a calendar for completion
($100) General Admissions Students will receive:
– A recording of the presentation for later reference
– The Admissions Angle Personal Statement Manual (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Application Profile Brainstorming Questionnaire (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Essay Workbook (PDF)
($250) Premium Admission Students will also receive:
– 1:1 personal statement brainstorm session with Noelle (60 minutes)
– Supplemental essay list for up to ten schools of the student’s choice
– One voucher for a round of personal statement feedback and edits, to be redeemed before early applications (mid-October)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
2:00 - 4:00 PM (EST)
Date: Tuesday, July 28th
Building a Competitive College Admissions Strategy
Join us for a free webinar wherein the independent educational consultants from The Admissions Angle will offer their expert advice on the following:
College admissions strategy: What will help your application stand out from the rest? What are admissions officers hoping to see in an applicant? How can you take your existing profile and transform it into a competitive application?
College admissions procedures: How do admissions officers choose students? What metrics are they looking at?
Appealing to competitive colleges: What are top colleges looking for? Who have they been admitting? What does the future of college admissions look like in an increasingly competitive atmosphere?
Extracurricular activities: What are the best extracurricular activities for college admissions? How can you begin to build up your extracurricular activities now, or, if you are a rising senior, how can you shore up any deficits?
Profiles of successful students: What does the profile of a successfully admitted student look like? What were their test scores and GPA? What did they write about in their essays?
This free webinar is geared towards high school students of all grades. The webinar will be followed by a question and answer session where attendees are invited to ask about unique circumstances.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:30 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, July 15th
Top Colleges 101:
Applying to Competitive Universities
If you’re like most families, coronavirus has thrown a major wrench in your plans. Teenagers are now stuck at home, with no summer camps, no extracurricular activities, and no jobs or internships to look forward to. If you’re a parent, you may be wondering how to approach this summer so that your teenager stays productive, stimulated, and competitive for college admissions.
In this free webinar, we will be discussing ways to keep your teenager active throughout a summer that promises to be non-traditional. While colleges understand the unique challenges of a housebound summer, they are also expecting students to come up with creative ways to stay involved, either academically or through their community. We will be discussing activities, projects, and methods for helping your teenager, whether they are an underclassman or a rising senior.
Moreover, we will be helping parents understand the avenues that they can take to help keep their teenager accountable. With so many parents assuming the roles of teacher and now guidance counselor, things can get complicated. But don’t worry, we’re here to help.
Join us for a webinar followed by a question and answer session, wherein you can ask questions related to your unique situation.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:30 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, July 8th
The College Essay Workshop
With the added complications of coronavirus, the Class of 2021 is in for a stressful senior year. Top colleges will expect to see excellent grades, and cancelled tests will need to be made up. It is therefore more important than ever for students to get a jump on college admissions essays as early as possible, so that they can save their energy this fall.
Join The Admissions Angle’s Academic Director, Noelle Compton, as she shares her expertise on college essays. This workshop will include information on:
– The Essay Archetypes (the extracurricular essay, the community essay, the “Why Us” essay, etc.)
– Planning the perfect personal statement
– Strategizing a plan of attack, including a calendar for completion
($100) General Admissions Students will receive:
– A recording of the presentation for later reference
– The Admissions Angle Personal Statement Manual (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Application Profile Brainstorming Questionnaire (PDF)
– The Admissions Angle Essay Workbook (PDF)
($250) Premium Admission Students will also receive:
– 1:1 personal statement brainstorm session with Noelle (60 minutes)
– Supplemental essay list for up to ten schools of the student’s choice
– One voucher for a round of personal statement feedback and edits, to be redeemed before early applications (mid-October)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
2:00 - 4:00 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, July 1st
How to Craft
Exceptional College Applications
If you’re like most families, coronavirus has thrown a major wrench in your plans. Teenagers are now stuck at home, with no summer camps, no extracurricular activities, and no jobs or internships to look forward to. If you’re a parent, you may be wondering how to approach this summer so that your teenager stays productive, stimulated, and competitive for college admissions.
In this free webinar, we will be discussing ways to keep your teenager active throughout a summer that promises to be non-traditional. While colleges understand the unique challenges of a housebound summer, they are also expecting students to come up with creative ways to stay involved, either academically or through their community. We will be discussing activities, projects, and methods for helping your teenager, whether they are an underclassman or a rising senior.
Moreover, we will be helping parents understand the avenues that they can take to help keep their teenager accountable. With so many parents assuming the roles of teacher and now guidance counselor, things can get complicated. But don’t worry, we’re here to help.
Join us for a webinar followed by a question and answer session, wherein you can ask questions related to your unique situation.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
3:00 - 4:15 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, June 17th
Housebound High Schoolers
Making the Most of a Strange Summer
If you’re like most families, coronavirus has thrown a major wrench in your plans. Teenagers are now stuck at home, with no summer camps, no extracurricular activities, and no jobs or internships to look forward to. If you’re a parent, you may be wondering how to approach this summer so that your teenager stays productive, stimulated, and competitive for college admissions.
In this free webinar, we will be discussing ways to keep your teenager active throughout a summer that promises to be non-traditional. While colleges understand the unique challenges of a housebound summer, they are also expecting students to come up with creative ways to stay involved, either academically or through their community. We will be discussing activities, projects, and methods for helping your teenager, whether they are an underclassman or a rising senior.
Moreover, we will be helping parents understand the avenues that they can take to help keep their teenager accountable. With so many parents assuming the roles of teacher and now guidance counselor, things can get complicated. But don’t worry, we’re here to help.
Join us for a webinar followed by a question and answer session, wherein you can ask questions related to your unique situation.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
5:00 - 6:15 PM (EST)
Date: Tuesday, June 9th
Housebound High Schoolers:
Making the most of a strange summer
If you’re like most families, coronavirus has thrown a major wrench in your plans. Teenagers are now stuck at home, with no summer camps, no extracurricular activities, and no jobs or internships to look forward to. If you’re a parent, you may be wondering how to approach this summer so that your teenager stays productive, stimulated, and competitive for college admissions.
In this free webinar, we will be discussing ways to keep your teenager active throughout a summer that promises to be non-traditional. While colleges understand the unique challenges of a housebound summer, they are also expecting students to come up with creative ways to stay involved, either academically or through their community. We will be discussing activities, projects, and methods for helping your teenager, whether they are an underclassman or a rising senior.
Moreover, we will be helping parents understand the avenues that they can take to help keep their teenager accountable. With so many parents assuming the roles of teacher and now guidance counselor, things can get complicated. But don’t worry, we’re here to help.
Join us for a webinar followed by a question and answer session, wherein you can ask questions related to your unique situation. We can’t wait to see you there!
Zoom Webinar (invitation only)
4:00 - 5:15 PM (EST)
Date: Tuesday, June 2nd
Extracurricular Activities and
College Admissions
We at The Admissions Angle have years of experience helping students gain admission to top colleges including Stanford, Penn, Caltech, Johns Hopkins, and many more. Through this experience, we have developed a list of what we believe to be the most valuable extracurricular activities for admissions. Join us to learn more about how athletics, the arts, student research, community service, etc. work (or don’t work!) to bolster an admissions strategy.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 4:00 - 5:15 PM (EST)
Date: Thursday, May 21st
Extracurricular Activities:
What are top colleges looking for?
We at The Admissions Angle have years of experience helping students gain admission to top colleges including Stanford, Penn, Caltech, Johns Hopkins, and many more. Through this experience, we have developed a list of what we believe to be the most valuable extracurricular activities for admissions. Join us to learn more about how athletics, the arts, student research, community service, etc. work (or don’t work!) to bolster an admissions strategy.
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 4:00 - 5:15 PM (EST)
Date: Thursday, May 14th
The College Essay Workshop
With the added complication of Coronavirus, the Class of 2021 is in for a stressful senior year. Top colleges will expect to see excellent grades, and cancelled tests will need to be made up. It is therefore more important than ever for students to get a jump on college admissions essays as early as possible, so that they can save their energy this fall.
Join The Admissions Angle’s Academic Director Noelle Compton, as she shares her expertise on college essays. This workshop will include information on:
- The Essay Archetypes (the extracurricular essay, the community essay, the “Why Us” essay, etc.)
- Planning the perfect personal statement
- Strategizing a plan of attack, including a calendar for completion
($100) General Admission Students will receive:
- A recording of the presentation for later reference
- The Admissions Angle Personal Statement Manual (PDF)
- The Admissions Angle Application Profile Brainstorming Questionnaire (PDF)
- The Admissions Angle Essay Workbook (PDF)
($250) Premium Admission Students will also receive:
- 1:1 personal statement brainstorm session with Noelle (60 minutes)
- Supplemental essay list for up to ten schools of the student’s choice
- One voucher for a round of personal statement feedback and edits, to be redeemed before early applications (mid-October)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 6:00 - 8:00 PM (EST)
Date: Thursday, May 7th
College Applications from Quarantine
College applications are difficult under normal circumstances, but coronavirus has significantly complicated the process. It’s more important than ever to get a head start on college applications, and we’re here to help!
We’ll be sharing:
- The perfect timeline for completing each step of the process including essays, tests, letters of recommendation, and more
- How to cultivate an application strategy
- How to research colleges from home
- A preliminary outline on how to choose which colleges to apply to
- Updates on how Coronavirus is expected to impact the admissions process for rising seniors
We look forward to a Q&A session at the conclusion of our webinar, so come equipped with all of your pressing questions!
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 4:00 - 5:15 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, April 29th
College Applications from Quarantine
College applications are difficult under normal circumstances, but coronavirus has significantly complicated the process. It’s more important than ever to get a head start on college applications, and we’re here to help!
We’ll be sharing:
- The perfect timeline for completing each step of the process including essays, tests, letters of recommendation, and more
- How to cultivate an application strategy
- How to research colleges from home
- A preliminary outline on how to choose which colleges to apply to
- Updates on how Coronavirus is expected to impact the admissions process for rising seniors
We look forward to a Q&A session at the conclusion of our webinar, so come equipped with all of your pressing questions!
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 4:00 - 5:15 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, April 15th
The College Essay Workshop
With the added complication of Coronavirus, the Class of 2021 is in for a stressful senior year. Top colleges will expect to see excellent grades, and cancelled tests will need to be made up. It is therefore more important than ever for students to get a jump on college admissions essays as early as possible, so that they can save their energy this fall.
Join The Admissions Angle’s Academic Director Noelle Compton, as she shares her expertise on college essays. This workshop will include information on:
- The Essay Archetypes (the extracurricular essay, the community essay, the “Why Us” essay, etc.)
- Planning the perfect personal statement
- Strategizing a plan of attack, including a calendar for completion
($100) General Admission Students will receive:
- A recording of the presentation for later reference
- The Admissions Angle Personal Statement Manual (PDF)
- The Admissions Angle Application Profile Brainstorming Questionnaire (PDF)
- The Admissions Angle Essay Workbook (PDF)
($250) Premium Admission Students will also receive:
- 1:1 personal statement brainstorm session with Noelle (60 minutes)
- Supplemental essay list for up to ten schools of the student’s choice
- One voucher for a round of personal statement feedback and edits, to be redeemed before early applications (mid-October)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 6:00 - 8:00 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, April 9th
Planning for College Admissions During Covid-19 (Updated)
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 4:00 - 5:15 PM (EST)
Date: Wednesday, April 1st
Planning for College Admissions During Covid-19
Zoom Webinar (invitation only) 4:00 - 5:15 PM (EST)
Date: Sunday, March 22nd
The College Roadmap:
Tools to organize an effective admissions strategy
Are you the parent of a college-bound high school student? With college admissions more competitive than ever before, applicants need an admissions strategy to help them stand out. Join us to learn about what top colleges are looking for in an applicant. Learn how to organize your student’s admissions profile with a cohesive Admissions Angle strategy and how to leverage spikeview to help organize all relevant admissions data.
Thank you to all the participants for tuning in!
Date: February 12th, 2020
Transfer Application Essay Workshop Westchester Community College
Join us in Valhalla for a free information seminar on how to craft an Admissions Angle strategy and use it to write effective transfer application essays. We’ll talk about the all-important Common App personal statement, the “why transfer” essay, and the “why us” essay.
Congratulations to all our 2020 TAA Transfer Scholars!
We’re committed to the mission of equal access to education and hope to continue working in our community to help others on their path to higher education. Community Colleges and other public educational institutes like Westchester Community College provide a valuable service to those who take alternative paths to a four year degree.
