What Admissions Officers Really Notice in a College Application
Thursday, October 29, 2026 · 8:00 p.m.
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Eastern Time (US & Canada) (GMT -4:00)
Not every line of your application carries the same weight. Learn which details actually move the needle so you can focus your energy where it counts. During this webinar, former Yale admissions officer Stacey Tuttle shows you exactly what admissions committees are really looking at!
Every detail in a college application contributes to the overall story, but some elements carry more weight than others. In this webinar, former Yale admissions officer Stacey Tuttle 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!
Agenda
What Admissions Officers Really Notice in a College Application 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.