Inside Stanford Admissions: How Applications Are Really Read

What a former Stanford admissions officer wants families to understand about the process

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Join ESM Prep Managing Director Dr. Carley Nuzzo for a conversation with Rielly Wieners, ESM College Coach and former Assistant Director of Admission at Stanford University.

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Drawing on her experience reviewing applications at Stanford, Rielly will share a firsthand perspective on how admissions officers evaluate students in an exceptionally competitive applicant pool, and what families often misunderstand about the process.

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What You’ll Learn

• What Stands Out: How admissions officers distinguish among highly qualified applicants
• Why Context Matters: How a student’s opportunities, choices, and experiences shape the review
• How the Pieces Work Together: The role of academics, activities, essays, and recommendations
• What Families Often Get Wrong: Common misconceptions about highly selective admissions

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If you’re not able to attend live, register anyway and we’ll send you a recording.