The Ivy League
Playbook
FREE WEBINAR
August 13, 2026 | 5 PM ET
Daniel Mark
Lead Counselor
Former Senior Admissions Officer at
Brown University
Gain a precise, insider understanding of how Ivy League admissions committees evaluate candidates.
Surviving the Ivy Academic Screening
How Ivy League committees evaluate transcript rigor, unweighted GPAs, and high school context during the initial, highly selective phase of the review process.
The "Institutional Fit" Profile
The distinct types of specialized impact, self-direction, and intellectual curiosity that elevate an applicant from merely "highly qualified" to admitted.
Essay Strategy
Strategic frameworks for approaching high-stakes supplemental essays to ensure your child's unique background and narrative resonate directly within competitive committee rooms.
August 13, 2026 | 5 PM ET
Lead Counselor
Former Senior Admissions Officer at Brown University
Daniel Mark
Meet Your Host
Daniel Mark brings five years of admissions experience to Empowerly, having served as a Senior Admissions Officer at Brown University and Assistant Director of Admissions at Connecticut College. With over 5,000 applications reviewed, hundreds of students interviewed, and 50+ admission committees under his belt, Daniel has evaluated applicants for highly selective programs including Brown's PLME BS/MD and the Brown/RISD dual degree. He also counsels students on essays, college lists, and testing strategy.
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