Synopses & Reviews
“I will certainly give you tried-and-true advice on specific aspects of the application processschool selection, competition around tests and grades, extra-curriculars, interviews, recommenders, stress, decisions, and especially the essays. More important, though, I hope this book helps you reframe how you look at applying to college. . . . Use this time to become closer to who you really are. Ideally, you can walk away from this process with not only a school acceptance but also a far more precious gift: self-acceptance.” from the introduction As a graduate of Harvard and Stanford, a consultant for a top admissions consulting firm, and the former admissions director for Teach for America, Katie Malachuk has a wealth of expert advice to share with all academic applicants. Yet her most valuable asset is the wisdom she has gleaned as an instructor at one of the nations top yoga schools. Blending her practical savvy with her keen spiritual insight, she illuminates an inviting new path in Youre Accepted.
Applying for college is a major rite of passage, but too often its approached from an oversimplified perspective: “What is the SAT cutoff?” “How high is the rejection rate?” and, sadly, “How will I face the world if I get rejected?” Taking a much more enlightened approach, Youre Accepted taps into a well of genuinely meaningful questions to uncover concerns that will matter for a lifetime, such as what you value, what makes you happy, and who is important in your life.
Malachuk has dedicated much of her career to helping young adults avoid the angst she experienced as an applicant. Though she was accepted to numerous high-profile universities, she also withdrew from two schools (Northwestern and Georgetown Law School) because they were ultimately not a good fit for the person she was, or the person she wanted to become. In powerful, conversational chapters, she shares her own and her clients moving stories from the front lines to help you get a realistic picture of your chosen schools, while getting in touch with your own unique traits.
Filled with dozens of insider tips on everything from writing The Dreaded Essay to seeing things from the admissions committees point of view, Youre Accepted equips you with first-rate tactics for honing all aspects of your application. Malachuk goes far beyond the tips in other guide books, though, by becoming your guru for the bigger questions represented by this transition. Supplying you with a whole-life philosophy, she tackles the anxiety of waiting for results, helps you identify your natural talents, provides advice for responding to loving but overbearing parents, and illuminates the road to true peace of mindin college and beyond.
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“…You're Accepted aims to help teens turn the application process from a frenzied stressed out situation to something calmer and more meaningful…btw, that Katie graduated magna cum laude from Harvard and has an MBA from Stanford. So clearly she knows what she's talking about!”
TeenVogue.com “Malachuks advice is spot on. Colleges want individuals, not clones, and Youre Accepted provides the tools to help students present themselves powerfully and authentically in the college admission process. With humor and a touch of irreverence, Malachuk asks you to “believe in yourself.” This is Yoda for a new generation of college-goers.” Seth Allen Dean of Admission & Financial Aid Grinnell College
“It's rare that one can say of the same book, ""Kids, give this to your parents if you want them to understand who you are and where you will thrive and grow into who you were meant to be,"" and, ""Parents, give this to your kids if you want to participate with them in this most important rite of passage.""” Elizabeth Lesser, cofounder Omega Institute and author of the New York Times bestseller, Broken Open: How Difficult Times Can Help Us Grow
“This should be required reading for every high school student (and their parents) before they begin the college application process.” Daniel J. Saracino, Assistant Provost for Enrollment, University of Notre Dame
“Amid the chaos of college admissions, Malachuk provides a refreshing step-by-step guide on how to maintain a sense of self in the processthe key to getting into the right college for you.” Kathleen Kingsbury, Time and Daily Beast contributor
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Reviews for Katie Malachuk's
You're Accepted:
Malachuks advice is spot on. Colleges want individuals, not clones, and Youre Accepted provides the tools to help students present themselves powerfully and authentically in the college admission process. With humor and a touch of irreverence, Malachuk asks you to “believe in yourself.” This is Yoda for a new generation of college-goers. Seth Allen Dean of Admission & Financial Aid Grinnell College
It's rare that one can say of the same book, ""Kids, give this to your parents if you want them to understand who you are and where you will thrive and grow into who you were meant to be,"" and, ""Parents, give this to your kids if you want to participate with them in this most important rite of passage."" Elizabeth Lesser, cofounder Omega Institute and author of the New York Times bestseller, Broken Open: How Difficult Times Can Help Us Grow
This should be required reading for every high school student (and their parents) before they begin the college application process.” Daniel J. Saracino Assistant Provost for Enrollment University of Notre Dame
Amid the chaos of college admissions, Malachuk provides a refreshing step-by-step guide on how to maintain a sense of self in the processthe key to getting into the right college for you. Kathleen Kingsbury, Time and Daily Beast contributor
From Amazon.com
""The author provides a road map which is both soulful and savvy, presented in a voice which is wise, hip and at times hilarious. Always asking the reader the essential questions. I consider 'YA' a must read, for any teachers, parents and students who are involved in the college selection process.""
""Ms. Malachuk advises applicants to forget about rankings and status and focus on who they are and what they value. Equally important, she is honest and personal, and writes in a breezy, high energy style that will really resonate with teens... Along with a good college directory, [You're Accepted] is all a student needs to begin to make getting into college a positive and confidence building experience rather than one that is unnecessarily stressful and dehumanizing. You're Accepted is a truly great book that deserves five stars!! ""
Synopsis
Youre Accepted guides applicants step by step through their college applications to reach not only a coveted school acceptance but also something far more valuable: self-knowledge and self-acceptance. The author addresses myths and facts about each phase of the process, introduces user-friendly philosophy to give a new perspective, offers case studies from former clients, and presents exercises to guide the reader through this new approach. While the angle is philosophical and self-reflective, the primary purpose of the book is to help applicants gain admissions; this is a results oriented book. However, with Youre Accepted, applicants will gain not only college admissions but also an understanding that life is bigger than getting into school, a perspective that is often lost during this stressful time. Ultimately the lessons learned from this guide will transcend the application process, as readers gain insight into their gifts, values and passions in order to align their lifes purpose and goals with who they truly are.
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"You're Accepted" guides applicants step by step through their college application process. The author addresses myths and facts about each phase of the process, introduces user-friendly philosophy, offers case studies from former clients, and more.
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One of the country’s top admissions consultants offers a refreshing overhaul to how students and parents think about senior year.“This should be required reading for every high school student (and their parents) before they begin the college application process.”
"Amid the chaos of college admissions, Malachuk provides a refreshing step-by-step guide on how to maintain a sense of self in the process - the key to getting into the right college for you.” - Kathleen Kingsbury, Time and Daily Beast contributor - Daniel J. Saracino, Assistant Provost for Enrollment, University of Notre Dame
College admissions expert Katie Malachuk addresses myths and facts about applying to college, giving readers a fresh perspective on the process. Malachuk shows students how to explore their talents and values, and demonstrate unique offerings to admissions committees. Students will learn how to make themselves more attractive candidates, narrow lists of potential colleges, maximize effects of essays, and seek out mentors for guidance and recommendations. In addition, applicants will find ways to alleviate stress by applying lessons of self-reflection and focus in order to stay well-balanced.
About the Author
Katie Malachuk has seen the admissions process from every angle. She attended Northwestern and Harvard, graduating magna cum laude from Harvard. She received her MBA from Stanfords Graduate School of Business. A former Teach For America teacher, she served as Teach For America's National Director of Admissions where she created the applicant selection model and managed the admissions process for over five thousand applicants each year. Since business school, Katie has worked for a top-tier management consulting firm and an education focused start-up enterprise. Most recently she has been highly successful as an MBA admissions consultant and on a pro bono basis she helps high school students through the college application process. Katie is a yoga instructor for Yoga Works and Equinox in New York, and she is also a certified life coach focusing on career transitions.