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On November 24th, Mr. Shawn Felton, former Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Cornell University, gave an in-depth analysis of the admissions process and hot topics for all the students at ISA Wuhan.

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Shawn Felton, Cornell's Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions, led and shaped Cornell's admissions strategy and philosophy for twenty-one years. Having held key positions not only at Cornell but also as Assistant Dean of Admissions at the University of Virginia, he has an in-depth understanding and unique insight into the admissions system of American higher education.

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During the event, Mr Shawn Felton gave a detailed introduction to the admissions criteria and process of Ivy League Universities and highly selective universities in the United States, which includes a wide range of considerations such as curricular/academic rigour, GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and so on. He emphasised that academic rigour is key to measuring a student's ability and potential, while a resume with meaningful engagement and involvement is equally indispensable.

At the same time, he further emphasised the importance of personal statements, letters of recommendation and interviews in the admissions process. He pointed out that these materials not only demonstrate students' academic abilities and achievements, but also reflect their personalities, interests and values. He encouraged students to write authentically and thoughtfully, showing their own stories and uniqueness.

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Regarding some hot topics of admissions to Ivy League Universities, Mr Felton launched a detailed explanation and sharing in the admissions application review cycle, the features and advantages of different application methods (e.g. Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, etc.), as well as the policies related to the application of financial aids and scholarships, etc. He provided the most detailed admissions process of the Ivy League Universities for the ISA Wuhan students who are about to face the application season.

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During the Q&A session after the talk, ISA students asked Mr. Felton for advice on curriculum planning, SAT preparation, extracurricular activities, CVs, etc. Mr. Felton patiently answered the questions and provided personalised advice and guidance to each student. Teachers, students and parents expressed their gratitude to Mr. Shawn Felton for his wonderful sharing. At the same time, they also expressed their appreciation and anticipation for the high level of lectures organised by ISA Wuhan and hoped that more similar events would be organised in the future.

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Mr. Shawn Felton's visit to ISA Wuhan not only brought valuable admissions information and tips for teachers, students and parents, but also opened the door for Wuhan students to enter top American universities. It is believed that under Mr. Felton's guidance and the careful cultivation ISA Wuhan, more and more students will successfully embark on the path of studying in Ivy League Universities and realise their dreams and pursuits.