Turn a Passion Project Into an Acceptance
FREE WEBINAR
July 22, 2026 | 5 PM ET
Ford Torney
College Counselor
Former Admissions Officer at
Johns Hopkins University
In this webinar, we’ll explore how to create impactful, unique projects that showcase your interests, skills, and leadership. Whether you’re into STEM, the arts, social impact, or entrepreneurship, we’ll provide expert tips to help you craft a project that truly wows.
The Blueprint for Impact
How to design unique, high-impact passion projects that authentically showcase your skills and leadership across STEM, the arts, entrepreneurship, or social impact.
Inside the Admissions Office
How college admissions officers actually evaluate student-led initiatives and what it takes to align your project with your ultimate college goals.
Translating Action into Applications
Strategies for leveraging your project's journey and achievements to craft compelling essays and application narratives that set you apart from the competition.
July 22, 2026 | 5 PM ET
College Counselor
Former Admissions Officer at Johns Hopkins University
Ford Torney
Meet Your Host
Ford brings over 5 years of experience in admissions at Johns Hopkins University, where he supported 1,200+ applicants annually from the Pacific Northwest and Canada. As a committee member and Assistant Director, he led scholarship selection, revamped the reading process, and launched a Humanities Overnight Program. He holds a BA in Theater from the University of Mary Washington and has helped students gain admission to top schools including NYU, Duke, JHU, Georgetown, and the UCs—specializing in STEM and CS applicants.
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