Hi everyone 🤍 When I started this group, the goal was to give ambitious students real, strategic admissions guidance for free — not just generic tips. And it’s been amazing to see so many of you take advantage of it. But as things have grown, I need to focus my time on students I work with directly — so this group will now function as a resource hub only, without active Q&A. ✅ How to Use This Group Now You still have access to two core resources: - 70+ strategy posts (all organized in the “One-Stop Hub” pinned post) - The free course module (located in the Classroom tab) Both are incredibly valuable and cover the kind of guidance students usually pay counselors for — so I highly recommend making the most of them. I may still share occasional updates or resources here, but I’ll no longer be answering individual application questions. 📲 Want to Keep Learning? That’s all happening on Instagram — @theivywizard. I post new tips, strategy breakdowns, and student examples there every week. If you’re serious about improving your application, make sure you’re following — that’s where most of the new content will be. 🎓 Want Personalized Support? If you're applying soon and genuinely want guidance, you're welcome to book a free strategy call to explore a potential fit with my Ivy Blueprint coaching program. It's a structured, step-by-step system for building a standout application — with personalized coaching and feedback from me throughout the process. 💬 Don’t Forget — One of the main reasons I started this group was to help students connect. You're always welcome to post, share progress, and support each other here — that part hasn’t changed. Thanks again for being part of this community 💜 / Lisa (The Ivy Wizard)

please can a counselor submit the documents through his personal Gmail. My school doesn't have a domain email, they use normal Gmail account, should the counselor submit it using his normal Gmail account.

I hope you’re doing well. I wanted to inform you about an important detail related to my university application through the Common App platform. In Algeria, I studied my first year of secondary school at one high school, and then transferred to another school for my second year. Additionally, I have transcripts starting from Grade 9, which in our system corresponds to the last year of middle school. When I collect all my transcripts from Grade 9 through my current studies, I have a total of 9 separate documents. However, the Common App allows the conselor to upload a maximum of 4 transcripts and assign only one counselor. Could you please advise me on the best way to organize and submit my academic records in this case? Also, I would like to know: Is the conselor allowed to upload only the transcripts from our current school, or is it possible for him to upload all of my transcripts, including those from my previous school, if I provide them to him? Thank you very much .

I’m so glad you’re here! This space is designed to give you access to high-quality admissions insights, tools, and structure — all for free. 🤍 Whether you’re just starting your journey or deep in the process, you’ll find valuable resources here to help you move forward. Here’s how to get started: ✅ Step 1: Introduce Yourself (to gain points & unlock level 2) 👋 Share your name and where you’re from in the “Introductions” tab! Connecting with others on the same path can make the process feel less overwhelming. ✅ Step 2: Explore the One-Stop Hub 📌 Check the pinned One-Stop Hub hub — it links to 70+ strategy posts on topics like essays, activities, transcripts, and more. ✅ Step 3: Watch the Free Module 📚 Head to the Classroom tab and start with Module 1 of the course. It covers the entire admissions process with insider tips, plus a timeline and checklist to help you stay on track. ________________________________________________ 🎓 Want Personalized Help? If you're applying soon and want 1:1 support, you're welcome to book a free strategy call to explore a potential fit with my Ivy Blueprint coaching program. It's a step-by-step system to build a standout application — with personalized feedback and coaching from me throughout the process. Thanks again for being here — and don’t be shy about posting to support one another or share progress! That’s what this space is for. 💜 / The Ivy Wizard

The list of my admission strategy posts is growing by the day 🤍 Exciting but overwhelming. To keep things easy to navigate, below is a complete list of my posts so far, linked and organized by category. I’ll keep this updated as new posts are added. Categories covered in this list 👇 🇺🇸 College Applications (Checklists, Timelines & More) 🧩 Application Strategy 📌 CommonApp & Application Platforms 🏆 Extracurriculars (Activities & Honors) 📝 Essays (Personal & Supplemental) 🔎 School Research & Strategy (+ Major/Minor) ✉️ Recommendation Letters 💰 Financial Aid & Scholarships 🎤 Interviews 🔄 Transfer Options 🇬🇧 UK Universities 🩺 Medical Degrees 🎥 Q&A Videos 💫 The Ivy Wizard MasterPath Community 🇺🇸 College Applications (Checklists, Timelines & More) 👉 US Applications 101: WHAT You Need to Submit! 👉 US Applications 102: WHEN To Do What (Timeline & Milestones!) 👉 Why U.S. College Applications Are So Complex (And What It Actually Means for You) 👉 What the U.S. College Academic Year Actually Looks Like 👉 Feeling Behind in 11th Grade? Here’s What to Prioritize 👉 July College App Check-In: 5 Things You Should be Doing NOW 🧩 Application Strategy 👉 Application Strategy 101: What's Your Application Narrative? (and Why it Matters!)