How Can Students Maximize Their Summer for College Success?

About this episode

The episode discusses how students can maximize their summer for college success through intentional planning and various activities.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, host Arielle and Lindsey Roy discuss how students can make the most out of their summer. They emphasize the importance of intentional planning and the value of part-time jobs, authentic personal projects, and volunteer experiences. They also highlight the significance of early application processes, like starting the Common App, creating an activity list, and reflecting on personal interests and achievements. The episode provide...

Topics covered

• summer planning
• college applications
• part-time jobs
• volunteering
• personal projects

Keywords

• college success
• Common App
• activity list
• personal interests
• achievements

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Products: the Common App, Common App

Books & works: College Planning Simplified

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