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College Admissions Seminar
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College Admissions Seminar

Attorney and college professor, Darrell Bennett, takes you step-by-step through every aspect of the admissions process.
Created byDarrell Bennett
Last updated 3/2012
English

Course content

1 section • 16 lectures • 2h 5m total length

  • Introduction 4:52

    In this video, we will discuss the topics contained in this lecture series. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

                                                                             

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Understanding the Admissions Process13:11

    In this video, you will gain an in-depth understanding of how the admissions process works and how you can approach it most effectively.  We will also dispel some of the most-popular misconceptions about the college admissions process. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

                                          

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Qualities and Experiences/Skills of an Ideal College Applicant 7:37

    In this video, you will learn the qualities and experiences/skills that college admissions committees are looking for in their applicants (based on surveys and comments from admissions members).  You will also learn the components that are most important in the admissions process. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

                     

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • GPA10:39

    In this video, you will learn how your grade point average factors into the admissions process.  Darrell, who was himself Valedictorian of his college class, shares some of his tips on how to boost your GPA to get a little extra edge in the admissions process.

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com.

     

     

     

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • The SAT7:16

    In this video, you will learn how to navigate the SAT test.  You will learn how Darrell got a 250+ point increase between taking the PSAT and the SAT—and how you can too!

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

                                                         

     

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • The SAT (Part 2) - SAT II and the ACT6:09

    In this video, you will learn more about the strategies for acing the SAT.  You will also learn about the importance of the SAT II and whether the ACT test might be a better option for you. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

     

                                                                 

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Recommendation Letters11:49

    In this video, you will learn how to help your recommenders help you.  We will discuss how to approach your recommenders and how to make it so that your recommendation letters fit perfectly together with the rest of your application packet.  We will also discuss how to spot a bad recommendation letter.  

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

     

                                                               

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Extracurricular Activities7:38

    In this video, you will learn how to tie your extracurricular activities into your application packet.  You will also learn what admissions committees look for most when looking at students' activities. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

     

                                                               

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • The Essay14:29

    In this video, you will gain an in-depth understanding on how to write an effective personal essay that emphasizes your strengths and relevant experiences/skills.  

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

     

                                                                   

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Resume Tips7:56

    In this video, you will learn how to make an effective resume (something that every college applicant needs to have, especially now).  We will also discuss some of the rules and misnomers of resume-writing.   

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

     

                                                                   

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Create Your Personal Brand 3:10

    In this video, you will learn how to create your personal brand, develop it, and market it to college admissions committees.  Now more than ever, we live in a brand-conscious world and the most successful college applicants are those who can articulate their unique personal brand. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

     

                                                                   

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Create Your Personal Brand (Part 2)4:09

    In this part-two video, we will continue the lesson on how to create your personal brand, develop it, and market it to college admissions committees.  Now more than ever, we live in a brand-conscious world and the most successful college applicants are those who can articulate their unique personal brand. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

                                                               

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Optional Addenda 4:43

    In this video, you will learn how to use optional addenda to enhance your application and set you apart from the pack.  When admissions committees say, “Please send us any materials that you think will help us make a decision,” they are really saying, “Please help us distinguish you from the sea of the other candidates.”  You will learn how to do just that in this lesson. 

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

                                                                     

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Network! Network! Network! 8:13

    In this video, you will learn how to make a Networking Plan to identify and connect you with key people who could be instrumental in your application process.  You will also learn about the power of relationships and their ability to transform the trajectory of your life.    

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

                                                             

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com.  

  • Final Thoughts 8:17

    In this video, Darrell shares his final thoughts on the college admissions process.     

    For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com. 

     

                                                                 

     

    To get the 100 page, step-by-step insider's manual for college applicants, which this lecture series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com. 

  • Bonus Lecture 5:50
    In this bonus lecture, Darrell shares his thoughts on how the Common App has changed the college admissions process—and how you can use it to your advantage! For more information on Darrell's consulting services, please visit us at www.DarrellBennett.com.

Description

Attorney, College Professor & Harvard Law Alum

In this dynamic 16-part lecture series, you will learn the most effective strategies to get accepted into America's most prestigious colleges and universities.

Darrell Bennett, Esq., is a Harvard-educated attorney and college professor. Over the years, he has worked with countless college applicants to help them get admitted to their target schools. His clients have gone on to be accepted (and receive scholarships) to colleges and universities throughout the nation, including the Ivy League, HBCUs and specialty schools.

Darrell takes you step-by-step through every aspect of the admissions process. Darrell shares how he went from first-generation college hopeful to full scholarship recipient to graduating as Valedictorian—and how you can too, in this economy!

In this highly-informative 2+ hour lecture series, you will learn how to:

  • Critique the concept for your Common App, essay and other optional written submissions

  • Develop your personal brand to distinguish yourself from those with the same range of grades and SAT scores

  • Make a Networking Plan to identify and connect you with key people who could be instrumental in your application process

  • Articulate your life story into your essay in a way that engages the reader and emphasizes your distinguishing traits

  • Understand what college admissions committees are looking for and how they might react to what you have written

  • Decide who should write your recommendation letters and how you can help them put you in the best light

  • Create a strong, distinctive resume that highlights your strengths and relevant experiences

  • Craft addenda to explain GPA, SAT scores or other character issues

To get the 100-page insider's guide for college applicants, which this series is based on, please visit www.DarrellBennett.com.

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