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The State of Early Admissions

Join Eric Karlan, Alyssa Coltrain, and Jim Wismer for a candid, data-backed conversation on what stood out in this year’s early admissions rounds, spotlighting the shifts and strategies every applicant should be paying attention to. The conversation covers admissions data related to enrollment, test-optional policies, and historical trends, as well as commentary on breaking news, such as UCSD students struggling in math and Virginia Tech using AI for application reviews.

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2026 Sophomore Summit

Jim Wismer and Alyssa Coltrain provide the ultimate guide to taking advantage of your remaining time in 10th grade and preparing for the critical junior and senior years ahead. Topics include: advice for course selection, finals, and AP exam preparation; deciding between the SAT and ACT (and forming a prep plan); how sophomores should set goals for extracurricular success and how colleges view activities; letters of recommendation (who to ask, when to ask, and how they contribute to a college application); building a college list for fit; and a timeline for starting college essays.

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2026 Junior Summit

Jim Wismer, Alyssa Coltrain, and Kevin Trudel guide juniors and their families through the spring of junior year and into peak college application season. Topics include: how junior (and senior!) year grades factor into applications; asking teachers for recommendation letters; making final plans to retake the SAT or ACT and understanding the current test-optional landscape; finalizing a college list; and navigating the essay-writing and application process.

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