What makes one college application stand out from thousands of other qualified students? This webinar will help students and families understand how successful applicants build a compelling profile that goes beyond strong grades and test scores.

We’ll explore how academics, extracurricular activities, leadership, personal interests, and meaningful experiences come together to tell a clear and authentic story. Students will also learn how to identify their strengths, develop depth and impact over time, and avoid common mistakes that can make an application feel generic.

By the end of the session, students will have a better understanding of how to build a distinctive profile and present themselves effectively throughout the college admissions process.
  • Secrets of Successful Applicants: How to Build a Profile that Stands Out Presentation
  • Live Q&A
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    Former Assistant Director of Admissions
    Samuel Day is a former Assistant Director of Admissions at Purdue University, where he worked on the international recruitment team from 2022 to 2025, directly recruiting in nearly 30 countries and reviewing applications from many more. He led application review teams and trained staff in international application review and credential evaluation.

    Samuel holds a Master's in International Relations from the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia, and dual Bachelor's degrees in East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics and Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics from Indiana University Bloomington. He was also a Fulbright grantee to Germany.

    Samuel approaches college advising as equal parts coach and cheerleader, helping students celebrate the milestones of the application process while navigating its challenges with confidence.
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