College Admissions Consulting New Ways of Evaluating College Applications; Listener Q&A Written by Elizabeth Heatonon November 20th, 2023 I began my admissions career at the University of Pennsylvania, where I chaired university selection committees, evaluated potential athletic recruits as one of the school's athletics liaisons, and oversaw the university's portfolio of admissions publications. I also served as second chair in the selection committee for the school's flagship interdisciplinary Jerome Fisher Program in Management & Technology. A frequent contributor to USA TODAY and The Huffington Post and a graduate of Cornell University, I bring exceptional skills to the craft of essay writing paired with experience reading and evaluating thousands of admissions essays. I can offer expert advice on a wide range of college admissions topics, from colleges' expectations for high school curriculum choices and standardized test scores to choosing the right extracurricular activities and essay topics. Prior to joining the University of Pennsylvania, I worked as a public relations professional and served for a decade as a member of the Cornell Alumni Admissions Ambassador Network. Learn More About Elizabeth getting in, college applications, college admissions process, Today we welcome Benjamin Baum, Vice President of Enrollment at St. John’s College, renowned for its Great Books curriculum. He and host Beth Heaton discuss new ways of evaluating applications amidst the ever-changing landscape of admissions. Later, College Coach finance expert Michelle Smoley joins Beth to answer listener questions. To listen to other episodes, visit Getting In: A College Coach Conversation on VoiceAmerica or search for us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. While you’re there, please leave us a rating or review! We appreciate your feedback. < Related Resources Read | Posted on July 22nd, 2025 Class of 2025 College Admissions Recap: Trends, Wins, and What's Next Read | Posted on July 16th, 2025 Am I competitive for medical school? Read | Posted on July 9th, 2025 Why College Students Should Consider Renter's Insurance: Protecting Your Belongings on Campus and Beyond
