What does it take to build a competitive application for some of the nation’s top-ranked colleges? This webinar, led by former Yale Admissions Officer Stacey Tuttle, will help students and families understand how to use the U.S. News & World Report rankings as one tool in the college search while focusing on what matters most in the admissions process.
We’ll break down the key components of a strong application, including GPA, course rigor, standardized testing, essays, extracurricular activities, and interviews. Students will also learn how to identify colleges that align with their academic and career goals, explore financial aid options, and avoid common mistakes when applying to highly selective schools.
By the end of the session, students will have a clearer understanding of what top colleges look for and how to present their strengths effectively throughout the application process.
Agenda
How to Get Into U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Top Colleges Presentation
Live Q&A
Stacey Tuttle
Former Yale Admissions Officer
I joined the Yale School of Public Health as Assistant Director of Admissions in 2015, during which time I spent time reviewing applications, advising prospective students, guiding admissions review teams, and traveling with partner schools around the country. I moved to a new role as Associate Director of Student Affairs and Registrar in 2018, and then finally to my current position as Director of Student Affairs and Registrar in 2020. In my current role, I continue to stay in touch with our admissions team; advise current students; develop and maintain student affairs procedures, policies and projects; and manage relevant educational technology and systems. Outside of my work at Yale, I taught in the Public Health Department at Southern Connecticut State University until 2021. As a first generation college student, I have a passion for advising young scholars around their career and college interests, and am excited to be work with students on their educational journeys.