Harvard, Yale, MIT: The Realities of Highly Selective College Admissions

Two students. Nearly identical grades, test scores, and activities. One gets into Harvard. The other doesn’t. Why?

Families ask this question all the time.

The difference isn’t luck or a secret formula—it’s strategy. 
Kevin McMullin, Collegewise founder with 25+ years of admissions experience, has helped thousands of families understand what highly selective colleges truly value.

Schools like Harvard, Yale, MIT, and Stanford aren’t just looking for top grades—they seek students who bring fresh perspectives, real impact, and a clear sense of who they are. But most applicants struggle to showcase that effectively.

In this interactive webinar, Kevin will pull back the curtain on what really makes the difference in highly selective admissions—and shares actionable strategies to help your teen stand out authentically in a competitive applicant pool.

You’ll Learn:

✅ Why students with similar profiles get wildly different admissions results (and how to position your teen for success)
📉 How to navigate shifting acceptance rates and avoid common missteps
🎯 What selective colleges actually value most (hint: it’s not just test scores!)
🌟 How to help your teen stand out authentically in an increasingly competitive applicant pool

Make sure to join us live to get your questions answered!