Every year, thousands of qualified students get rejected from their dream colleges. Not because they weren’t smart enough. Not because their grades weren’t good enough. But because their application looked exactly like everyone else’s.
Here’s the truth: Admissions officers read 50+ applications per day. They’ve seen “Student Government President” a thousand times. They’ve read countless essays about “overcoming challenges” and “learning from failure.”
What they’re really looking for is a student with a clear, compelling story, someone who makes them stop and say, “Tell me more about this person.”
THE SOLUTION: The College Story Audit is a 15-minute exercise that helps you identify what makes YOU different, and whether your current activities and experiences are telling a unique story or blending into the crowd.
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This audit is for high school students (and their parents) who want to stop guessing what colleges want, and start building an application that actually stands out.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing enough?” or “Will this be impressive?”, this worksheet will give you clarity in 15 minutes.