Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better Life

College Bound: Expert Tips for Admissions, Scholarships, and Finding the Perfect Fit - Dr. Pamela Ellis

Linda Bjork/Dr. Pamela Ellis Season 6 Episode 18

Dr. Pamela Ellis is the Education Doctor.  She helps college bound students navigate the college admission process, earn scholarships, and find a college that is a perfect fit for success.  Dr. Ellis is a consultant, award winning author, highly sought after speaker, and CEO.  In the past 5 years, 95% of her students have been admitted to their top choice colleges, receiving an average of $75,000 in scholarships. Her mission is clear: to guide students and parents through the complex college preparation process, ensuring a successful and affordable educational journey.  You can reach Dr. Ellis at her website https://compasscollegeadvisory.com

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Some of the highlights Dr. Ellis shares:

  • As a grade school student, a teacher told Pamela that she'd never amount to anything.  Pamela chose to prove that teacher wrong and help other students succeed and "amount to something" as well.
  • The 5 criteria for a "great fit" for college
  • Academic - what is the student interested in studying and what is their learning style?
  • Social - how does the student make friends and what activities do they enjoy?
  • Financial - what makes a college affordable for that student?
  • Vocational - what are they interested in doing after college?
  • Cultural - find a place where the student feels celebrated not tolerated
  • How to reduce the financial burden of college through scholarships
  • Don't procrastinate college prep until a student's senior year
  • Learn how to build a portfolio for scholarships
  • Discover the wide variety of scholarships available
  • Where to find access to data bases of available scholarships
  • What does your child need to thrive?
  • Boost math and writing skills
  • How a positive mindset for the student and parent enhances success 
  • Allow the student to take ownership for college admission and applying for scholarships
  • Helping students learn life skills like self-advocating and making new friends
  • And more


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