YCBK 59: Social Media Presence in the Admissions Process

In this episode you will hear: (3:30) In this week’s news, an Inside Higher article “Liberal Arts College Mega Mergers”, by John Kroger. We often hear of liberal arts colleges closing their doors or cutting faculty and programs. Kroger walks through the options that these schools should consider and points out the 3 main reasons they are finding themselves in danger: they lack a great location, have small endowments, and/or don’t have a national reputation. (19:08) We are in chapter 59 of 171 Answers and we’re talking through what your child needs to consider about their social media presence while going through the admissions process. (33:06) This week’s question is from a mom who wants to know how her daughter can stand out in the admissions process, after taking a gap year. (44:34) Mark interviews Ms. Susan Tree this week. She is the former Admissions Counselor at Bates College and former Director of College Counseling at Westtown and their conversation is: Writing the Personal Essay: Don't miss your opportunity to fill in the gaps and bring yourself to life (Part 1). (54:32) Mark’s recommended resource of the week is Rachel Tour’s book, “Write your way in”, and the subtitle is, “Crafting an Unforgettable College Admission Essay”. Don’t forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to   Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy visit  and if you want to see what future episodes will cover just click the red button “See exactly what 171 Answers covers.