In this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe talks with expert counselor Terri Koprivnikar about the flaws in traditional college admissions advice—and what families can do instead. Terri shares how her Common Data Decoder system helps students identify their real admissions chances, avoid wasted effort, and secure acceptance to top colleges (often with six-figure scholarships).

Learn why “congruent outliers” win over “well-rounded” students and how timing, testing, and targeted applications make all the difference.

Key takeaways from this episode include a clear explanation of what the Common Data Set actually reveals about your chances of admission, how to craft a compelling and authentic application that reflects your strengths, why colleges are more impressed by students who are exceptional in one area rather than simply good at everything, and how to strategically position yourself to maximize scholarship opportunities.

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