Discover what really catches an admissions officer’s eye in this insider-led session on building a compelling, well-balanced college application.
Every detail in a college application contributes to the overall story, but some elements carry more weight than others. In this webinar, former admissions officer Dr. Aya Waller-Bey will share what truly stands out during the review process and how students can present their best selves.

Participants will learn what academic and personal qualities admissions officers prioritize, how essays and recommendations influence decisions, why context and consistency across the application matter, and the common mistakes that can weaken an otherwise strong file.

By the end of this session, students and families will have a clear understanding of how to focus their time and energy where it matters most!
  • What Admissions Officers Really Notice in a College Application Presentation
  • Live Q&A
  • 1759863780-dd5d41fb765dcd51
    Former Admissions Officer
    I am a proud first-generation college student passionate about college admissions and higher education, hailing from Detroit, MI. I earned my B.A. in Sociology from Georgetown University and joined the Office of Undergraduate Admissions shortly after. I then earned my MPhil in Education at the University of Cambridge as a recipient of the Gates Cambridge Scholarship. I have over eight years of college admissions, advising, and college interview experience. Currently, I am researching college admissions as a doctoral candidate at the University of Michigan!
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