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- diverse classes, not diverse individuals - top schools like to talk about how diverse they are - colleges are looking for those with unique experiences - communicate those experiences with maturity and new insights - collect unique experiences - diverse classes -> specialized individuals, not diverse individuals - focus on one topic and do ecs that are related - jack of all trades master of none - make 1st edge more unique, add a 2nd edge - narrow down 1st edge (medicine -> debilitating memory disorders) - hone in on 2nd edge (art -> stop motion animation) - combine: eg. create educational videos with stop motion on people with debilitating memory disorders, or partner with a nonprofit to create advertisements to raise money
Schools are more interested in diverse classes than diverse students, they want specialized students that have unique experiences. They also want to have the students to study under different topics that still end up relating to each other ( for example Science + Art or whatever good combo exists )
This confirmed a lot of what I was already thinking. I wanna build up a studio art portfolio based off the theme of "reflections" and also go into somewhere in Chem. Now if only I can pick a focus.........
If you're in a rush and prefer to read instead of watch, here's a copy of exactly what I say but in written form! medium.com/zhened/the-simplest-most-reliable-way-to-get-into-an-ivy-league-college-in-2021-953e2d5a2db3
Main takeaway: colleges are looking for diverse classes, not diverse individuals. Colleges like bragging about diversity, looking/having kids with unique experiences, and want classes made up of specialized individuals (specialized means that the activities they do relate to each other, are specific, and have awards from doing these activities). the double edge method is making the first edge more unique, and then adding a second edge to combine with the first.
This video is part of a course took Jeff and Kevin over 280+ hours to script, design, edit and revise. It was designed for high schoolers who are absolutely serious about getting into their dream school. For more detailed information about the course and access to a playlist with all videos, click here: bit.ly/zhenedproject
Kevin your videos are just mind-blowing! I want to major in cs + minor music(I play saxophone). However, I am more specialized in music. Please advise me on this, should I apply just by music or cs?
My daughter is working on her EXETER application and I'm so happy I found you and other poc students who went and seem cool and amazing for her to be inspired by
I love reading all your posts! Thank you for sharing this valuable information! This post reminded me of Sarah Lawrence College, where it seemed like virtually everyone possessed double-edged gifts. Mine happened to be non academic. It was daunting. I was extremely insecure and totally unprepared for college. I hated jr. high, and tanked in high school. Back in the mid '70s, it was much easier to get into any college. I never envisioned myself ever becoming a teacher, but ironically became one twenty years ago. While not impossible, I'm sure it's much harder for students with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, socio-economic disadvantage, and/or a host of other challenges to get into a top university. As a public school special ed. middle school teacher, academics can be especially disempowering for hardworking students with poor working memory and/or visual-motor integration deficits. I will share your strategies with my students. Having a plan is key! Wishing you much happiness, good health, and continued success in all your endeavors!
Thanks so much for your kind comment and sharing your story Esther! My best friend's Mom is also a public school special ed teacher - much of what you said reminded of what she's told me.
This was a great reminder that focus and balance is key. Will definitely keep these points in mind, especially regarding combining focused, specific interests/talents!
Hi Kevin, came across your videos today, I'm glad that i did. You're a really interesting person. Continue to spread positivity and impact. Hope your hardwork pays of many times more in the coming years. God bless you brother. Take care , stay blessed and be a blessing to others. A random thing I'd like to say is that, i wouldn't be surprised to see you become a popular media personality or try something in entertainment too if you wish too. And also you remind me of dany kim from dkdtv RU-vid channel. 😄
Colleges wants to construct diverse classes, not diverse individuals. There should be consistency among your extracurriculars. It is a good idea to have your own specialization.
As someone who, as Kevin put it, had been running around like a chicken with their head cut off all throughout middle school, this advice is easier said than done. However, the unique, double-edged twist makes it possible for someone like me not to have to give up all my interests, instead figure out how they can connect to each other.
this was really helpful in understanding that you don't have to do *everything* to be considered a strong candidate and instead better to focus on a couple of interconnected things that you're good at/can do
Is attending an all Christian school as a Muslim boy a unique experience and should I write my Common App essay about that? My class as 90 students, 88 christians and I'm the only Muslim boy in my class. I'm from Nigeria, West Africa and I'm also low income needing a full ride.
I had loved so much this video, extremely helpful!!! Don’t know how to thank you!!!! Thank you thank you thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️ this channel should be viral
I have a question. there is no act or sat offered in my country. are they necessary for international students? also thanks a lot for your videos. not only they are educational but they are also motivational.😄💚
I’m sure this is really helpful but as a student from another country I can’t do most of those things like getting a job before 18 is illegal or really hard to find so idk what to do to get into and Ivy League school rather that get good grades and write a good essay
