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Ivy Track vs. Every Track (Considering Summer Activities for Your College App)

Kristi Steele Season 4 Episode 50

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What does a great college-prep summer actually look like — and does the answer change depending on where your student wants to apply?  In this episode, we walk through two versions of the same student's summer: one optimized for highly selective schools, and one perfectly suited for a great-fit college at any tier. Neither path is wrong — but intentionality is non-negotiable.  You'll learn: 

• What highly selective schools are actually looking for in summer activities 

• Why a part-time job and consistent service can be just as powerful as a prestigious program 

• The one question every student should be able to answer before September 

• A special word for globally mobile and expat families navigating an unconventional summer  

Want summer ideas? Download the free KC360 Summer Student Guide HERE. (Please remember these are ideas and are not a directive for your whole summer!)

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