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Learn How to Navigate the College Admissions Process

Join us for an exclusive webinar series featuring esteemed college admissions leaders from top institutions. Gain valuable perspectives from professionals with years of experience in guiding parents and students through the admissions journey. These webinars are a unique opportunity to connect with experts and deepen your understanding of the ever-evolving college admissions landscape.

Maximizing Your High School Schedule for College Admissions

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

7:00-8:00 pm ET

In today's competitive college landscape, admissions committees look beyond straight A's to assess a student’s true academic potential. The secret lies in demonstrating rigor—the level of challenge your student takes on in their coursework.

Join Kaplan for this essential webinar where we break down what a rigorous schedule means to top colleges and how families can strategically plan a curriculum that leads to acceptance.

In this webinar, we will cover:

  • Rigor Defined: Understand exactly how colleges evaluate a student's schedule and why they prioritize curriculum strength over GPA alone.
  • Proactive Planning & Major Alignment: Learn how to analyze your high school's course catalog and make proactive choices. We’ll discuss how your course selections (including specific APs) should align with any intended major to prove readiness for college-level study.
  • Advanced Options Decoded: Get clarity on the different paths to rigor beyond standard high school classes.

A one-time registration is required to attend.

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Hosted By

Sara Petty

Kaplan Admissions Consultant

For over a decade, Sara has been a transformative force in college admissions, consistently guiding students to top-tier universities, including the Ivy League and competitive BS/MD programs. Her expertise is both comprehensive and strategic, encompassing every facet of the application process—from crafting compelling personal narratives and maximizing financial aid to expertly navigating the Common App and executing successful transfer applications. This breadth of knowledge is underpinned by her own impressive academic background, with degrees from UT Austin and Brown University, providing her with a unique blend of academic rigor and insightful advising.

The consistent acceptance of her students at prestigious institutions like Columbia, Brown, Harvard, and Yale stands as a testament to Sara's ability to unlock their full potential. Her approach is deeply personalized, strategic, and empathetic, empowering students to present their most authentic and compelling selves to admissions committees. More than just an advisor, Sara acts as a dedicated mentor, fostering the critical thinking and communication skills essential for success in higher education and beyond. Fluent in Spanish and actively engaged in educational leadership, she demonstrates a passionate commitment to student achievement.

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Take The Next Step With College Advising

Kaplan College Advising offers guidance from a seasoned college admissions consultant who can take the stress out of the journey on the road to college acceptance. Our experts can provide assistance with developing an action plan based on your student’s goals, interests, strengths, and target schools. They can provide assistance with testing strategies and essay writing. Our advising experts can also help you make sense of financing for college. 

Help your student rise to the top with 1-on-1 guidance through admissions consulting.