The Grinch Who Saved Her College Dreams (With Hard Truths)

In this episode, Andy Lockwood recounts a recent client meeting that got real—fast. A high-achieving 10th grader wanted to apply to a Top 12 college.

But when Andy reviewed her junior year course load, he gave her the advice no one else had the guts to say: You’re not competitive yet.

✔ Why skipping an AP could cost you an Ivy

✔ What “rigor” actually means to admissions officers

✔ The 60/40 formula elite schools use to evaluate applicants

✔ The extracurricular bar you really need to clear

✔ Why your GPA is just the beginning

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