A Yale Student Shares His Success Story and Top Tips for College Applications

Noel Kim



Want to learn the secrets to securing an acceptance letter from your dream school?

Today, we had the privilege of speaking with Shan Lateef, a current rising junior at Yale University who has achieved remarkable success in his college application journey. With the help of expert college admissions consultants, Shan crafted an exceptional college application that not only caught the attention of an admissions officer, but also prompted them to personally reach out to him after being thoroughly impressed by his application!

During our conversation, Shan unveiled his strategy for how he masterfully connected his involvement in various extracurricular activities to his academic interests, painting a holistic picture of himself as the ideal candidate. But the secrets to Shan’s success don’t end there. He also shared how he secured the highest score possible on his letter of recommendation and strategically planned his high school classes and extracurriculars.

Whether you're dreaming of attending an Ivy League school or simply aiming to get into your top-choice college, this podcast episode is a must-listen. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from someone who has successfully conquered the challenges of college applications. Tune in to hear Shan's success story and unlock the secrets to your own success!

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In This Episode, We Cover:

  • What aspect of his application compelled an admissions officer to reach out -- and it had nothing to do with his neuroscience accomplishments!
  • How he earned the top score for his letter of recommendation
  • Shan's strategy for combining his diverse passions into one cohesive application persona
  • ...and so much more!

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