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Learn How to Navigate the College Admissions Process
Join us for an exclusive webinar series featuring highly respected industry insiders and education strategists. 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.
The Hidden Criteria: How Top Colleges Evaluate Applicants Beyond Grades and Test Scores
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
7:00 pm–7:45 pm ET
You've heard it before: get good grades, score well on the SAT® exam, do some extracurriculars. But students who get into top schools aren't just checking boxes. They're being evaluated on factors most families never see coming.
In this webinar, a Kaplan college admissions expert breaks down what's actually happening inside the admissions office: how colleges assess character, context, and fit; what "demonstrated interest" really means; and why two students with identical transcripts can get very different results. Walk away with a clearer picture of what selective schools are looking for and what you can start doing now to build a stronger application.
Whether you're a junior mapping out your college list, a sophomore starting to think ahead, or a freshman who wants to get it right from the start, this is the inside look that will help you as you figure out what the rest of the journey looks like.
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Hosted By
Sasha Fawaz
Kaplan Admissions Consultant
With 16 years in education and over a decade leading K-12 guidance counselors, Sasha has helped students gain admission to top-tier universities, including Princeton, MIT, and Columbia. Since joining Kaplan in 2009, her students have secured full-ride scholarships and acceptance to elite programs. She specializes in strategic course selection, application crafting, and financial aid, ensuring families navigate the admissions process with confidence and success.
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