The College Admissions Process Podcast
The College Admissions Process Podcast
John Durante
237. Lehigh University - Playback Wednesdays - Bruce Bunnick - Director of Admissions
53 minutes Posted Aug 28, 2024 at 4:00 am.
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πŸ“šπŸŽ“ In this episode of "The College Admissions Process Podcast," I had the great pleasure of interviewing Bruce Bunnick, who is the Director of Admissions at Lehigh University. Bruce and I explored their unique academic offerings, holistic application review process, while gaining valuable insights into the vibrant campus life at Lehigh.

🌟 Some Key Takeaways:

Academic Distinctions: Discover Lehigh University's standout academic programs and unique opportunities that set it apart from other institutions. 🏫

Extracurricular Experiences: Learn about the diverse extracurricular activities and campus life experiences that await students at Lehigh. πŸŽ‰

Holistic Application Review: Gain insights into Lehigh's holistic approach to application evaluation, covering academic records, extracurriculars, recommendation letters, and more. πŸ“š

Crafting Standout Essays: Get expert advice on crafting standout essays that authentically reflect a student's personality and aspirations. πŸ“

Impactful Recommendation Letters: Understand what makes a recommendation letter truly impactful and how students should approach choosing recommenders. πŸ’Œ

Test-Optional Trend: Explore the test-optional trend and its impact on admission, along with Bruce Bunnick's predictions for the future. πŸ“Š

Addressing Educational Disparities: Learn how Lehigh considers the variation in available Advanced Placement courses among different high schools. πŸŽ“

Support for Students with IEPs: Discover the opportunities Lehigh offers to students that had Individualized Education Plans (IEP) in high school for continued success on campus. 🌈

Homeschooling Application Process: Gain insights into the unique aspects of the application process for homeschooled students and the review process from the admissions office. 🏑

Bruce's Insights: Explore topics not covered in the questions, as Bruce Bunnick shares additional insights and perspectives. πŸ€”

Top Three Pieces of Advice from Bruce: Wrap up the episode with Bruce's top three pieces of advice for students and parents navigating the college admissions process. πŸš€

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