What you'll learn

We'll walkthrough all 9 sections of the Common Application
We'll create a reference sheet for your application deadlines.
We'll explore potential areas of interests/career paths.
We'll address common concerns of students when it comes to standardized tests.
We'll elevate your resume/activities sheet to a whole new level.
We'll breakdown what makes a great story.
We'll gain insights on how to make a story stick.
We'll equip you with helpful tips and tricks in editing your essays.
We'll address how to decide which teachers to ask for letters of recommendation.
We'll begin to master your story.

Course content

14 sections • 46 lectures • 6h 35m total length

Welcome1:15
This video welcomes you to Master College Admissions: The Common Application. It also provides background credentials on Will.
Course Overview1:03
This video describes the objectives of this course. In this course, we'll cover a variety of topics ranging from understanding the college admissions playing field, introducing the STAR method, and breaking down what makes a great story.

The Playing Field2:56
This video outlines the competitive landscape of college applications. We'll look at some key statistics about graduating seniors and how they're approaching the application process.

*Note*: 2.1 million enter college; not the workforce.
Engagement #11:59
Engagement #1 will help you create a go-to reference sheet for the colleges you intend on applying to.
Recap1:08
This video summarizes Section 2: College Admissions Background.

The Extracurriculars and Work Experience6:20
This video describes the importance of the Extracurriculars and Work experience section of the Common Application.
The STAR Method15:21
This video teaches you what the STAR method is and how to apply it into your activities sheet.
Engagement #30:54
Engagement #3 puts your STAR skills to the test as you create descriptions for your three top activities.
Final Tips/Reminders1:42
This video provides you with final tips and reminders to keep in mind in completing the Extracurriculars and Work Experience section of the Common Application.

What's your X-factor?3:58
This video asks you to think about what your X-factor is.
Engagement #41:55
Engagement #4 has you reflect back on critical moments of your life to think about what lollipop moments could potentially make for a powerful college application essay.
Prompt #1: The Central Story1:46
This video presents the first prompt of the 2013-2014 Common Application.
Prompt #2: Failure3:43
This video presents the second prompt of the 2013-2014 Common Application.
Prompt #3: Challenging a Belief2:22
This video presents the third prompt of the 2013-2014 Common Application.
Prompt #4: Safe Place3:19
This video presents the fourth prompt of the 2013-2014 Common Application.
Prompt #5: Rite of Passage0:53
This video presents the fifth prompt of the 2013-2014 Common Application.
Recap0:41
This video summarizes the key takeaways from Section 9: The Writing.

What makes a story?1:42
This video poses the question of what makes a story.
Engagement #51:39
Engagement #5 questions you to explore what makes your favorite stories so great.
An Aristotle Lesson5:12
This video teaches you the fundamentals behind Aristotle's Dramatic Arc.
How do I make my story stick?8:03
This video provides crucial tips to making your college application essays stick with your readers.
Engagement #62:25
Engagement #6 has you categorize each part of your stories in respect to Aristotle's Dramatic Arc. You will then rank these stories in order of "sticking power".
The Tips and Recap7:50
This video provides vital essay writing and editing tips while also summarizing Section 10: The Story.

Requirements

An open mind.
An eagerness to take control of your college applications.
A desire to create unique and memorable essays.

Description

We get it. College admissions are confusing. A lot of the times you just feel lost in the sea of information that's out there. It feels like a daunting process and is difficult to get started in the right direction. But no worries-- Learnerator is here to help.

In this course, you will learn:

What each section of the Common Application entails
How to deliver meaning in your activities sheet/resume
The fundamentals of a great story and how to tie things together
What makes a story stick
How to master your story

This course includes: 6.5 hours of easy-to-follow video mashup content, engagement exercises, and unlimited support.

The best part about this course is that it's continuously growing. We personally respond to questions and create a new videos for the bonus section of this course based on the questions we receive.

What are you waiting for? Join the most enrolled course on Udemy for college admissions. Enroll now to start mastering your story today.

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Who this course is for:

Students who want to gain a better understanding of the Common Application
Students who want to begin crafting their Common Application essays
Student who want to articulate their individuality clearly and effectively
Students who are applying to colleges and universities in the United States directly from high school
Parents of graduating seniors who are new to the college application process
Parents of graduating seniors who want to provide their children with the necessary tools to achieve college application success

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Welcome2 lectures • 2min

College Admissions Background3 lectures • 6min

The Common App2 lectures • 2min

The Applicant1 lecture • 2min

The Future Plans3 lectures • 6min

Demographics and Family3 lectures • 2min

Secondary Education3 lectures • 12min

Student Involvement4 lectures • 24min

The Writing8 lectures • 19min

The Story6 lectures • 27min

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