Acing College Admissions With Dr. Pamela Ellis
Episode Summary
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daunting task of navigating the college application process for your teen? Wondering how to find the perfect fit without breaking the bank? Then this episode is for you. Stay tuned as we dive into expert advice on finding, applying to, and paying for college.
Our special guest, Dr. Pamela Ellis, MBA, PhD, aka The Education Doctor®, is here to share her invaluable insights. Dr. Pamela has helped over 1,000 families successfully navigate this journey, with a whopping 95% admission rate to top-choice colleges and an average scholarship of $75,000. Are you ready to discover the secrets to college success?"
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Start the college application process by understanding the student's why and focusing on their interests and goals.
Let go and trust your teen to take ownership of the process, while providing support and guidance.
Encourage your teen to tell an authentic story in their college applications to stand out.
Explore strategies for paying for college, such as negotiating offers and seeking outside scholarships.
Meet Dr. Ellis
Pamela Ellis, MBA, PhD—The Education Doctor®— partners with busy parents to help their teen find a college that feels like home without over-paying. She founded Compass College Advisory in 2010 and has served over 1,000 families. 95% of their students have been admitted to their top-choice colleges and the average scholarship is $75,000. Dr. Pamela is a highly sought-after speaker and author of the best-selling book What to Know Before They Go: College Edition. Dr. Pamela graduated from Stanford University and the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, and she earned a doctorate from the Stanford University School of Education.
Connect with Dr. Ellis on LinkedIn
Watch the Full Interview
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:24 The Impact of Words and Teenage Brain Development
05:13 The Importance of Validating Teenagers' Feelings
07:18 Allowing Teens to Feel Difficult Emotions
10:34 Handling Teenagers' Anger and Emotion Dysregulation
12:27 Reflecting on Our Own Teenage Years
16:55 The Influence of Social Media
21:16 Accepting Apologies and Allowing Redemption
24:04 Balancing Social Media and Parental Influence
26:12 Not Taking Things Personally and Seeking Help
27:18 Action Item: Ask Teens How They Know You're Listening
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Free College Prep Toolkit
Scholarship calendar ($12)
FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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