Earn your way into Occidental College (also known as Oxy), which is in Los Angeles, California, by following the detailed advice that I provide in this video.

When you’ve finished your Common App for Oxy and want to know if it’s as strong as possible, get My Pre-Read at http://MyPreRead.com/

Highlights Discussed & MORE:

How to Build a Strong Foundation
Those serious about getting into Oxy will first read my article “How to get into the Ivy League – Ethically.” While Oxy is not an Ivy League college, many of those applying to Oxy for Regular Decision will be doing so after having just gotten rejected from Ivy League colleges. These are high achieving students, so you need to compete with them. This article sets the table for how to maximize one’s chances of getting into any highly selective college or university: https://admissions.blog/how-to-get-in...

Bonus: How to Differentiate Your Common App Essay
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How to Differentiate Your Accomplishments
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Occidental Supplemental Short Essay Prompts (Expert Tips Included in Video)
1 (REQUIRED). Why are you applying to Occidental? Why do you think Occidental is the right place for you to pursue your interests? (150 - 200 words)

2 (REQUIRED). Please answer one of the following questions — your choice (200 - 300 words):
Choice 1. Oxy’s central mission emphasizes the value of community amidst diversity. What do you value in a community and how do you see your perspectives and life experiences enhancing it?

Choice 2: Briefly describe a current event or social movement that is affecting a place that is important to you. Describe its significance to you and the future implications for that community. How do you anticipate an Oxy education helping you better understand and respond to that event/movement?

Choice 3. Research is an integral part of an Oxy education. Completing a senior comprehensive is a requirement of every Oxy student and there are a myriad of opportunities for research throughout your four years. Imagine you were just awarded one of our research grants for a project of your choice. What are you researching and why?

3 (REQUIRED). What is the first song you would play for your Oxy roommate on move-in day? (20 words)

Final Important Note:
INTERVIEW if you can! While interviews are not required, they are recommended for Oxy's admissions team to get to you know you better. They really do want to get to know the person behind the application at Occidental. Here are my past videos specifically about college admissions interviews:

   • The Two Most Important Parts of a Col...  
   • College Admissions Interview: Dress f...  
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   • Never Say This During Ivy League Admi...  

Good luck getting into Oxy!

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