College Admissions
Undergraduate
Holistic Admissions: What Actually Matters
Rupesh RegmiMay 8, 2026 — 11 min read
In this blog
1. What holistic admissions really means
2. How academics are really evaluated
3. Standardized tests in a test optional world
4. Essays: turning facts into a story
5. Extracurriculars and impact
6. Recommendations and counselor input
7. Demonstrated interest and fit
8. Building a realistic college list
9. Common myths about holistic admissions
10. Action plan by grade
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