What the 2026 Admissions Results Mean for Your Teen’s Chances

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Join us on Tuesday, April 21st at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET to learn what this year's admissions results reveal and how these insights can help your teen put together a stronger admissions strategy.

 

Ideal for parents with teens in grades 7-11.

What the 2026 Admissions Results Reveal

The majority of admissions decisions are now in for the Class of 2026. These outcomes provide an inside look at what colleges are prioritizing both now and in the near future.

Selectivity is evolving, testing policies are changing, and admissions criteria continue to shift. Without the right context, interpreting how to respond to these trends may feel overwhelming for your family.

Paul Kanarek, Co-founder of The Princeton Review and former CEO of Collegewise, will show you how to translate these nuanced outcomes into a practical plan. With 40 years of expertise, Paul gives parents the facts they need to guide their students with confidence.


What You’ll Learn: 

  • The Latest Trends: We break down the most significant findings from the 2026 cycle and what colleges are prioritizing right now
  • New Decision Factors: A clear look at how AI tools, testing choices, and current review practices are shaping decisions
  • Real Success Stories: Examples of what helped applicants succeed in this specific cycle and the missteps that held others back

  • Your Action Plan: Practical steps your student can take this spring and summer to get ahead


👉 Reserve your spot today and leave with a clear plan in a rapidly changing admissions landscape.

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Paul Kanarek

Co-founder of The Princeton Review & Former Collegewise CEO

Paul Kanarek is a globally recognized expert in college admission and testing, having founded The Princeton Review in California in 1983 and later becoming the CEO of Collegewise in 2015. Widely quoted in all major papers, he has appeared on multiple television shows and has spoken about US college admissions all over the world. Despite his academic record in high school, which his mother would say didn't hint at a career in education, Paul has since become one of the world's foremost experts on testing and admissions. He is renowned for his lively, insightful, and inspiring talks, such as in College Admissions Today: Fact vs Fiction, where he debunks some of the more painful mythology surrounding college admissions while being entertaining and informative. Giddy at the opportunity to help families genuinely enjoy finding a great college fit, Paul Kanarek is a testament to the power of hard work and determination in achieving one's goals.

About Collegewise

Since 1999, our team of 100+ counselors has dedicated their expertise to creating a worry-free, effortless college application process for students of all levels. 

Collegewise empowers students academically and relieves parents of their project management duties through our personalized counseling and tutoring programs. 

Say goodbye to application stress and welcome a new, streamlined experience with Collegewise. 

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