399. Inside Brown University Admissions with Logan Powell, Dean of Admission
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In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, Dr. John Durante welcomes back Logan Powell, Associate Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admission at Brown University, for an inside look at one of the nation's most distinctive and selective admissions processes.
Logan explains how Brown identifies students who are ready to become the "architects of their own education," discussing the university's renowned Open Curriculum, holistic application review, the return of standardized testing, and the importance of authenticity throughout the admissions process.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
- How Brown's Open Curriculum empowers students to design their own academic journey.
- What holistic admissions really means—and why Brown evaluates every application within the context of a student's opportunities and environment.
- Why Brown reinstated standardized testing and how test scores are considered alongside the rest of an application.
- The importance of aligning your academic interests with your high school coursework, even when applying undeclared.
- What admissions officers look for in extracurricular involvement beyond a long list of activities.
- Why authentic personal essays consistently stand out over AI-generated writing.
- How Brown approaches its waitlist and the best way for students to demonstrate continued interest.
Memorable Quote:
"Where you get into college is just the next step in the journey. It doesn't define who you are." — Logan Powell
Whether you're applying to Brown University or simply want to better understand how highly selective colleges evaluate applicants, this conversation offers valuable insights for students, families, and school counselors alike.
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