InGenius Prep’s Guides to Ivy League Admissions: Application Requirements, Supplemental Essay Guidance, Interview Tips, and Deadlines
InGenius Prep’s team of former admissions officers from Ivy League institutions—including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and Columbia—knows exactly what it takes to stand out in the most selective applicant pools in the world.
We’ve drawn from that insider insight to create these admissions guides for each Ivy League school. Inside, you’ll find school-specific strategies, tips from successful applicants, and guidance on how to craft an application that aligns with the values and expectations of these elite universities.
InGenius Prep students were accepted to Yale at 2x the average rate. This guide reveals what makes a standout Yale application—and how our students tailor their academics, essays, and activities to align with the values Yale prioritizes most.
Dartmouth values intellectual curiosity and community-minded applicants. This guide breaks down how to highlight your voice, initiative, and fit for Dartmouth’s close-knit campus culture—plus tips on how successful applicants craft essays that resonate with the admissions committee.
InGenius Prep students were accepted to Princeton at a rate 2.3x higher than average. This guide outlines how top applicants demonstrate academic excellence, principled leadership, and intellectual drive—core traits that help them stand out in Princeton’s selective process.
InGenius Prep students were accepted to Harvard at 1.3x the average rate. This guide unpacks how successful applicants balance excellence with authenticity—and how InGenius helps students present their stories in ways that resonate with Harvard’s admissions values.
Cornell’s colleges evaluate applicants on both academic achievement and program fit. This guide shows how to tailor your application to your intended major—and how top students demonstrate passion, direction, and potential across Cornell’s diverse and rigorous academic landscape.
InGenius Prep students were admitted to Columbia at a rate 4.7x higher than average. This guide walks through how they did it—showcasing strategies for highlighting intellectual depth, global awareness, and a clear fit for Columbia’s Core Curriculum and community.
InGenius Prep students were accepted to UPenn at 5.6x the average rate. In this guide, you’ll learn how top applicants align with Penn’s interdisciplinary focus and pre-professional energy—and how to craft a cohesive narrative across your academic and extracurricular profile.
Brown seeks students who are intellectually curious, self-driven, and thoughtful in how they engage with the world. This guide helps you highlight your voice, values, and academic interests—so your application stands out in Brown’s uniquely student-centered admissions process.
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