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Destination YOUniversity is a podcast for parents of college bound teens and the mentors and educators who support them. If you are looking to learn quality tips, true tales of real applicants, and candid behind-the-scene truths about the college admission process, you've come to the right place. College dreams and EXPERT college advice is distributed here, no matter who you are, where you live, or where your teen attends high school. Join us!

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Destination YOUniversity is a podcast for parents of college bound teens and the mentors and educators who support them. If you are looking to learn quality tips, true tales of real applicants, and candid behind-the-scene truths about the college admission process, you've come to the right place. College dreams and EXPERT college advice is distributed here, no matter who you are, where you live, or where your teen attends high school. Join us!

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#217 - The 5 Levels Of Student Involvement vs. Leadership

3/28/2024
TIP: Top Academics punches your ticket to the dance. Impact Leadership gets you admitted. TALE: When you take a look at the March Madness brackets for the NCAA Men’s and Women’s tournament, you learn that they ALL have winning records. These are the AQs: Academic Qualities. They are the best in their athletic conference, be it Pac 12, Big 10, Atlantic 10, Atlantic Coast, Big 12, Big East, etc. Their stats and overall winning records earned them a ticket to the “dance.” Was it a fluke that #13 seed Yale Men’s team beat #4 seed Auburn? Or that #14 seed Oakland Men’s team beat #3 seed Kentucky (with 8 National titles)? How about my Lady Trojans headed to the Sweet 16 for the first time in 30 years and will face the Baylor Bears who have 3 national titles under their belt? NO. These are the best teams around the country, and each comes with the “goods” of what it takes to win. So what is the difference? How a team shows leadership, endurance, and teamwork throughout the game is critical. Their preparation, work ethic, dedication, commitment, and longevity are paramount. The intangibles such as, passion, grit, belief, and how a team succeeds under pressure and adversity, are without a doubt instrumental to winning any game. These are the PQs, Personal Qualities of a team. TRUTH: When applying to college, every student shows up with the same “numbers,” high school GPA, test scores, and a transcript to show the rigor of the courses you chose. These “stats” are YOUR AQs. So what makes you stand out? Well, today is your lucky day! Like Coach Wooden had his Pyramid of Success, well, I have Dr. C’s Hierarchy of Co-curricular Involvement. I’m breaking down for everyone exactly what you need to do to stand out from among the other 2M students applying to 4-year colleges!! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/ TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY Follow On: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcynthiacolon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcynthiacolon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cynthia-colon/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/2j5mudfkrzw2jjbeocvc0k0pnhsee5/?invite_code=d92e88ca0f6041ebaed391a763d4c075&sender=990299542970899812 Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19

Duration:00:28:30

#216: Why Students Need A Passion Project

3/27/2024
Well, it’s Ivy Week and all the college acceptance letters have come, are coming, or… not. In a time where college admissions has become more and more competitive, it’s time to think about what to do and how to stand out. Think of it this way, how many people are on IG and TikTok? How many catch your attention? Not many. Today, Vince Garcia joins me to talk about why students need a passion project. Trust me, if you are (or have) a high school freshman, sophomore, or junior, you need to listen up!! Enjoy! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/ TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY Follow On: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcynthiacolon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcynthiacolon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cynthia-colon/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/2j5mudfkrzw2jjbeocvc0k0pnhsee5/?invite_code=d92e88ca0f6041ebaed391a763d4c075&sender=990299542970899812 Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:31:43

#215: Pink Hair. Don’t Care. My Mom Is All The Things And More.

3/22/2024
Full Disclosure Fridays. I talk about my MOM a lot on my podcast and in my social media posts. It took a long time for us to have the relationship we do now, so that’s something I’m proud of and happy about. What you may not know is that she is a hairdresser. And her favorite thing is coloring hair, including her own. I’m calling this episode pink hair don’t care, because literally, the first time she came to speak with me she had Pink Hair. She has a great message for any parent who did not attend college and therefore, doesn’t believe they can help their child get admitted to college. YOU can. In this episode, I share Mom’s secret. Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/ TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY Follow On: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcynthiacolon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcynthiacolon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cynthia-colon/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/2j5mudfkrzw2jjbeocvc0k0pnhsee5/?invite_code=d92e88ca0f6041ebaed391a763d4c075&sender=990299542970899812 Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:24:32

#214: The Before and After Winning Notre Dame Essay

3/21/2024
Every fall a family comes to me and wants me to review a college essay their daughter or son drafted and give feedback before it’s submitted. 99% of the time, the essay is no bueno. By “No Bueno,” I mean, please do NOT turn this in. The worst is what I call the kitchen sink essay. It’s got too many topics wrapped in one essay and it is way too confusing for the reader. In today’s episode, Dina Petringa and I unpack the “before and after” of the winning Notre Dame essay, otherwise known as the “Sports Journalism” Essay. Dina has worked with me for over 5 years and we’ve read thousands of essays. If you’ve ever wondered what the heck will my child write about? This episode is for you. If your child is thinking about writing about sports, and you’ve heard me say, “Do NOT write about sports,” This episode is definitely for you. Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/ TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY Follow On: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcynthiacolon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcynthiacolon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cynthia-colon/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/2j5mudfkrzw2jjbeocvc0k0pnhsee5/?invite_code=d92e88ca0f6041ebaed391a763d4c075&sender=990299542970899812 Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:29:12

#213: 5 Steps To Productive College Visits No Matter The Age of Your Child

3/20/2024
We are talking about all things College Visits! Does anyone remember when the pandemic hit? Nobody could go anywhere and we were forced to visit colleges online and make college decisions, one of the BIGGEST decisions of your life, forced to decide based on the internet. Thank goodness that is behind us. Today I’m going to talk about TWO types of college visits: ONE: For families with younger students, I’m talking middle school and early high school years. Or even as early as elementary school. TWO: For families with high school students, typically in sophomore and junior year. Either way - I’ll give you the 5 Steps you need to be most productive on each visit. Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/ TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY Follow On: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcynthiacolon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcynthiacolon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cynthia-colon/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/2j5mudfkrzw2jjbeocvc0k0pnhsee5/?invite_code=d92e88ca0f6041ebaed391a763d4c075&sender=990299542970899812 Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:21:00

#212: Lessons From My Obsession with Amy Porterfield

3/15/2024
Full Disclosure Fridays. Does anyone know Amy Porterfield? Please comment if you do, because I am obsessed with all things Amy. If you are a goal setter, dreamer, someone who loves a good planner and color-coded office supplies – you are with your people today!! Today I’m sharing a few lessons I learned from Multi-Millionaire entrepreneur: Amy Porterfield. Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success: https://a.co/d/fq1xH3W Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión!: https://a.co/d/b91hMSD FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/admit Book a Free Mini Strategy Call: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/schedule Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/10-sample-college-essay Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/offers/2RyFN5AB/checkout Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/dca Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th): https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/essaycamp Visit our website: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/ TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFTU-Qg9sPY Follow On: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcynthiacolon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcynthiacolon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cynthia-colon/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/2j5mudfkrzw2jjbeocvc0k0pnhsee5/?invite_code=d92e88ca0f6041ebaed391a763d4c075&sender=990299542970899812 Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:12:59

#211: The 5 HS Academic Courses Help Increase College Admission Success

3/14/2024
TRUTH TALK THURSDAY!! THIS IS A GOOD ONE!! TODAY YOU’LL LEARN: 1 - 5 Academic Food Groups: What are the 5 subject areas admission officers are looking for on your transcript that will help increase college admission success? 2 - An example of an Academic Plan and tips for how to plan your own. 3 - Your Major. If you listened to yesterday's episode, Coach Vince told you the FIVE most popular majors that students should avoid. I will go over those and I’ll give you an example of how to find an alternative. Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:24:02

#210: 5 Majors To Avoid To Increase College Admission Success

3/13/2024
Today I’m joined by Coach Vince Garcia. OMG! Coach Vince has over 20 years of College and ADMISSIONS​ & APPLICATION READER​ EXPERIENCE at Occidental, Pomona, Cal Lutheran, UCLA, and UC Berkeley. He knows a thing or two about which majors to avoid, how to select majors that help increase success and still help students achieve their long term goals. He is my go-to person when I have a question. I have Coach Vince on speed dial for sure. Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:27:34

#209 - What In Life Is Actually Worth The Wait?

3/8/2024
Have you ever been to a Farmer’s Market? That’s what Mom and I did on a Saturday morning in San Diego. It was HUGE! I mean, it rivaled my favorite farmers market on Sundays in Hollywood, it goes on for blocks and blocks! There we were with no choice but to walk the entire farmers market while we waited two hours to have brunch at Morning Glory. The great advantage of having time to kill meant that we stopped and tasted everything at almost every booth. We had the best nuts, tried some cool probiotic yogurt, homemade soup, and ate the sweetest and juiciest oranges. Today’s episode is about trying new things, expanding your mind, and asking yourself the ultimate question, what in YOUR life is worth waiting for? To date, this day remains one of my favorite days of 2024. Enjoy my trip down the streets of San Diego! Every senior has a story to tell. The problem is, they just don’t know how to get started. More than that, students do not understand that the college essay is NOT written in the style of an English or research paper. After 20+ years in the business of college admissions, we’ve developed a teen proofed and battle tested formula that helps every student turn their story into interesting, engaging and compelling essays. Truth Talk Thursdays is where me and my guest take a deep dive in 1-2 essays unpack why it works and what makes it stand out. Tune in to today’s Destination YOUniversity podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Or, if you prefer to watch, find us on YouTube @dr.cynthiacolon71. The essays described today are found in the Free Sample Packet or 40+ Winning Essay Packet are all from Essay Campers! I highly recommend snagging your copy today! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:18:38

#208 - What To Look For On A College “Coffee Speed Date”

3/7/2024
You might know by now that I use sports and dating as metaphors to all things college. And although I never actually went to one of those speed dating events, I remember the episode with Miranda on “Sex And The City.” OK, I digress. If you listened to my episode two weeks ago about how I hate inefficiency, you’ll understand why I came up with a speed date exercise for my students. Bottom line is this: with nearly 3000 4-year colleges to choose from, nobody has time to spend an hour with each potential college. That could be as many as 50 - 70 colleges. Today, I’ll not only teach you how to go from 3000 to 50 colleges, but I’ll show you the exact exercise we use to go from 50 down to 25 - 30, before ultimately cutting it down to a final 10 - 14 colleges. Think of it this way, you first go on a speed coffee date, before going on a lunch date and finally a dinner date. Got it? Let’s do it! Every senior has a story to tell. The problem is, they just don’t know how to get started. More than that, students do not understand that the college essay is NOT written in the style of an English or research paper. After 20+ years in the business of college admissions, we’ve developed a teen proofed and battle tested formula that helps every student turn their story into interesting, engaging and compelling essays. Truth Talk Thursdays is where me and my guest take a deep dive in 1-2 essays unpack why it works and what makes it stand out. Tune in to today’s Destination YOUniversity podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Or, if you prefer to watch, find us on YouTube @dr.cynthiacolon71. The essays described today are found in the Free Sample Packet or 40+ Winning Essay Packet are all from Essay Campers! I highly recommend snagging your copy today! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:33:21

#207 - How To Make The Most of Spring and Summer Break

3/6/2024
IF YOU are like most parents and students, you might not have even realized that some application deadlines for summer programs have passed. Yep - that’s right. When students talk about one of those Stanford, MIT, Johns Hopkins summer programs, they often come with an application due before Valentine's day. But don’t fret, we’ve got you. Our guest today, Julia Byrd, is going to offer some hot tips for parents and students, of all grade levels, who want to know how to make the most of Spring and Summer break!! It’s around the corner, so let’s get to it!! Every parent wants the best college options for their child. The problem is school counselors are not easily accessible until late junior year. At Destination YOUniversity, we know families need key information and actionable to-dos in order to access top 100 colleges. That is why I started the podcast, Destination YOUniversity. Every Wednesday, I interview former parents, school leaders and college admission folks that offer key tips and strategies on how to become a better parent, educator, mentor or student. Whether your college bound teen is in middle school or high school, you will leave with valuable information and golden nuggets to apply immediately! Thanks for joining us today! Check out our Website! Have a happy and sunny day!! Dr. C Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:21:49

#206 - Becoming a TEDX Speaker Was Worth The 6 Year Wait.

3/1/2024
Nothing happens overnight. Success does not come quickly. It is a slow process, but to the observer of the final outcome, it can seem “easy.” Becoming a TEDX speaker took six years for me to finally get on stage. In today’s episode I share what happened six years ago to put me on this journey. I reveal exactly the steps I took, what I needed, who I needed, and how I finally landed a TEDX invitation. This achievement was my equivalent of getting admitted to a top 25 college, you know, the colleges that admit under 10% of their applicant pool? Yeah, like that. If you’ve ever had a big dream, this episode is for you. If you’ve ever coached or mentored someone to achieve their dream, this is definitely for you. If you are currently dreaming of something bigger than yourself, this episode was made for you! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:42:16

#205 - The Cornell Essay: Fast Food Never Tasted So Sweet!

2/29/2024
The power of a college essay is the simplicity. A simple, simple topic can often make the best essays. Ironically, we tell our essay campers to NOT go home and tell their parents their essay topic. By Day 2, we’ve already labeled the essays by the topic, “The Cheese Essay,” or “The Taco Bell Essay,” “The Chocolate Essay,” etc. Without the context, parents often don’t get it and underestimate the beauty of simplicity. In today’s episode, Dina Petringa and I unpack “The McDonald’s Essay.” This simple essay about the nuts on a sundae won the hearts of admission officers at Georgetown, Cornell, Boston College and Northwestern. Dina has worked with me for over 5 years and we’ve read thousands of essays. If you’ve ever wondered what the heck will my child write about? This episode is for you. If you’ve asked, “Can a fast food job lead to an acceptance letter at an Ivy League institution?” This episode is definitely for you. In this episode you will learn how a short 140 word essay can transform into a 350 word UC essay and 350 word business school essay. Moreover, you will understand WHY it works so well and gained so much success! Every senior has a story to tell. The problem is, they just don’t know how to get started. More than that, students do not understand that the college essay is NOT written in the style of an English or research paper. After 20+ years in the business of college admissions, we’ve developed a teen proofed and battle tested formula that helps every student turn their story into interesting, engaging and compelling essays. Truth Talk Thursdays is where me and my guest take a deep dive in 1-2 essays unpack why it works and what makes it stand out. Tune in to today’s Destination YOUniversity podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Or, if you prefer to watch, find us on YouTube @dr.cynthiacolon71. The essays described today are found in the Free Sample Packet or 40+ Winning Essay Packet are all from Essay Campers! I highly recommend snagging your copy today! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:28:40

#204 - Ken Starks saved my TEDX speech! True Story.

2/28/2024
When I interviewed my TEDX speaking coach, Ken Starks I asked him this simple question, “What is the one tip you give to all your speakers? What does every speaker need to have?” “Authenticity.” He paused and in that pause I thought, “Well, duh.” But then the words that fell out of his mouth floored me, “Because they don’t know where authenticity lives within them.” Mic drop. YESSS! OMG YESS! So true. When I set out to interview Ken I could not have imagined the numerous parallels there are in speaking and essay writing. It’s all about storytelling, finding your voice, and excavating your authenticity. Whether your child is writing an election speech, preparing for a class presentation, or preparing to write the most important piece of writing to date, the college essay, this episode is for you. And, as a bonus, Ken reveals all my flaws and shortcomings as I was preparing for my TEDX talk last summer. He didn’t hold back, and I’m glad he didn’t! Cheers! Visit our website! Oh, and BTW, here is the link to my TEDX talk! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:40:58

#204 - On Track To Greatness with Dr. Early

2/28/2024
Every parent wants the best college options for their child. The problem is school counselors are not easily accessible until late junior year. At Destination YOUniversity, we know families need key information and actionable to-dos in order to access top 100 colleges. That is why I started the podcast, Destination YOUniversity. Every Wednesday, I interview former parents, school leaders and college admission folks that offer key tips and strategies on how to become a better parent, educator, mentor or student. Whether your college bound teen is in middle school or high school, you will leave with valuable information and golden nuggets to apply immediately! Thanks for joining us today! Have a happy and sunny day!! Dr. C #betterwewednesday #destinationYOUniversitypodcast #becommittedgetadmitted #drcynthiacolon #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #happysuccessexpert #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:30:35

#203 - I hate inefficiency. A week in the life of Dr. C.

2/23/2024
I may not have ever shared this, but I’m a huge fan of Amy Porterfield. She is thorough, efficient, and my kind of a minute-to-minute girl. The term “Time Batching” came from her (I think), however, as an educator, who was part of the team when we moved the academic schedule from 6 periods a day to block schedules, I get it. It makes sense. People ask me how I get so much done in one week. Well, here is a week in my life. Enjoy! Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:18:28

#202 - 3 Easy Fixes To Avoid Multiple Rejections

2/22/2024
Every senior has a story to tell. The problem is, they just don’t know how to get started. More than that, students do not understand that the college essay is NOT written in the style of an English or research paper. After 20+ years in the business of college admissions, we’ve developed a teen proofed and battle tested formula that helps every student turn their story into interesting, engaging and compelling essays. Truth Talk Thursdays is where me and my guest take a deep dive in 1-2 essays unpack why it works and what makes it stand out. Tune in to today’s Destination YOUniversity podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Or, if you prefer to watch, find us on YouTube @dr.cynthiacolon71. The essays described today are found in the Free Sample Packet or 40+ Winning Essay Packet are all from Essay Campers! I highly recommend snagging your copy today! Download your FREE 10 Sample EssaysPurchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 CollegesVisit our website Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:31:38

#201 - Start From Scratch: Build A Resume

2/21/2024
Every parent wants the best college options for their child. The problem is school counselors are not easily accessible until late junior year. At Destination YOUniversity, we know families need key information and actionable to-dos in order to access top 100 colleges. That is why I started the podcast, Destination YOUniversity. Every Wednesday, I interview former parents, school leaders and college admission folks that offer key tips and strategies on how to become a better parent, educator, mentor or student. Whether your college bound teen is in middle school or high school, you will leave with valuable information and golden nuggets to apply immediately! Thanks for joining us today! Visit our Website! Have a happy and sunny day!! Dr. C Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:18:39

#200 - After rejection: I ate my weight in chocolate.

2/16/2024
Full Disclosure Fridays: After rejection: I ate my weight in chocolate. Today I’m sharing how I recently took a huge blow to my ego!! I lost. Big Time! A huge rejection shocked the shit out of me. Yep. Sure did. If you’ve ever lost a big game, a big competition, had your heart broken, or been rejected from anything you’ve dreamt of, this episode is for you. Best Selling Author. TEDx Speaker. College Admission Expert. Football Enthusiast. Dr. Cynthia Colón is the Amazon Best Selling author of Be Committed! Get Admitted., and the Spanish version, Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! She is the national host of Destination YOUniversity podcast and founder of College Essay Bootcamp and Dream College Academy. “Cyndie” grew up with 14 Tíos and Tías with advice on everything except how to get admitted to college. Cynthia's immigrant mother had the courage to ask for help and changed the trajectory of her life. Because of Lydia (Mom), Cynthia is an alumna of USC, Columbia University, and UCLA. Dr. Colón is on a mission to help more public school students get private school service to access top 100 colleges. Dr. Colón delivered her first TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair,” in Los Angeles in 2023. She has been featured on KTLA, ABC, NBC, FOX 5, KCAL, WGN, WPIX. Be Committed. Get Admitted!: 7 Steps to College Admission Success Con Determinación. ¡Logra la admisión! FREE Download: How Admission Officers Choose Who To Admit Or Reject Book a Free Mini Strategy Call Download your FREE 10 Sample Essays Purchase 40+ Winning Essays To Top 100 Colleges Register for Dream College Academy (9th - 11th) Register for College Essay Bootcamp (11th - 12th) Visit our website TEDx Talk, “College Admissions Is NOT Fair” Follow On: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Essay Camp Dates 2024: JUNE: 17 and 24 JULY: 15, 22, 29 AUGUST: 5, 12, 19 #drcynthiacolon #author #tedxspeaker #collegeadmissionexpert #dreamcollegeacademy #collegeessaybootcamp #essaycamp #becommittedgetadmitted #highschoolparents #highschoolstudents #collegecounselor #collegedreams #top100colleges #publicschoolstudentsprivateschoolservice #destinationYOUniversity #collegecounselor #collegeadmissions

Duration:00:11:55

#199 - Cosette was rejected 10 times. My interview with her.

2/15/2024
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