College Unfiltered: What It’s Like at Today’s Hottest Campuses
Choosing a college is about more than just the aesthetic — it’s about where you’ll actually live, learn, and grow for four years

Top Tier Admissions and Her Campus Media team up to host College Unfiltered: What It’s Like at Today’s Hottest Campuses, a virtual event for students and families who want honest, unfiltered answers about life on today’s most in-demand campuses. We know you’ve seen these schools all over your TikTok feed, but choosing a college is about more than just the aesthetic — it’s about where you’ll actually live, learn, and grow for four years.

Our panel will include students from Case Western Reserve University, Texas A&M, Penn State, Cornell University, and Barnard College.

Our student panelists represent colleges nationwide — SEC, Big 10, liberal arts, and more — and are experts in the lived campus experience, offering honest perspectives that admissions offices can’t always provide. We’re diving deep into what it’s actually like to attend some of the nation’s hottest campuses, from the reality of Greek life and rush culture to the vibrant energy of game days, the true academic workload, and the daily social scenes. This conversation is designed to go beyond the brochures and promotional videos to answer the questions students actually have about the modern college experience.

Crafting a Strategic Summer
Craft a summer that allows you to recharge even as you pursue your academic and personal goals

A purposeful summer can be a game-changer in the college admissions process. Join us to discover how to craft a summer that allows you to recharge even as you pursue your academic and personal goals, whether through residential academic programs, online classes, civic engagement, community activism, or independent projects.

This interactive webinar, led by Dr. Tina Brooks, Senior Private Counselor with Top Tier Admissions, will include time for Q&A to answer your specific questions. All registrants will also receive a recording of the session.

Get Your Money’s Worth: How To Make the Most of Your College Experience Before You Graduate
How current and rising college students can maximize the return on their college investment

Join Dr. Kristen Willmott, Senior Private Counselor & Graduate School Admissions Director at TTA, for a strategic session designed to help current and rising college students maximize the return on their college investment.

This session will cover how to:

• Select high-impact courses and build a research foundation
• Secure faculty mentorship and meaningful recommendations
• Strategically plan summers, internships, and key milestones
• Align academic decisions with graduate school and career pathways

Whether you’re aiming for consulting, medicine, law, or PhD programs, this session will help you move from passive participation to intentional design.

The Benefits of High School Research
Understand how research fits into college applications for students applying in 2026 and beyond

“Research” is increasingly cited as a differentiator in college admissions — yet it’s often misunderstood. This focused webinar offers a clear, practical look at what research actually means in today’s landscape and how students can approach it thoughtfully.

We’ll cover:

• What colleges mean by “research” — and how it differs from advanced coursework
• Why it’s valued across STEM, the humanities, and social sciences
• Research opportunities by grade level and how families can help

AI & College Admissions: What Families Need to Know
A strategic briefing for families planning ahead

AI isn’t just the future; it’s transforming college admissions right now. From new majors to fast-growing career paths, students need to understand how artificial intelligence is reshaping the academic landscape.

Learn which AI-focused pathways offer real ROI, what skills admissions officers now prioritize, and how students can build standout profiles through the right courses, activities, and strategies. Families will leave with a clear, actionable plan to thrive in an AI-driven admissions world.

The State of College Admissions
A strategic briefing for families planning ahead

The college admissions landscape is shifting—again. Acceptance rates at highly selective institutions remain historically low, early decision outcomes are sending mixed signals, and families are hearing conflicting narratives about what really matters.

This timely webinar offers a clear-eyed look at what’s happening now, and what it means for students applying in 2026 and beyond.

Office Hours with Dr. Michele Hernández
A special session designed to bring clarity and calm to the college admissions process

Top Tier Admissions Co-Founder Dr. Michele Hernández hosts an open forum offering transparency, expert insights, and thoughtful guidance on every aspect of applying to college.

Whether you’re curious about this year’s early application results, preparing regular decision applications, making the most of winter break, or exploring trends in higher education, this discussion will leave you feeling informed, confident, and ready for the season ahead.

Is Your Student Stanford Ready?
Learn how to position yourself for success when applying to highly selective universities

Join us for an exclusive college admissions strategy session featuring Kate Rossetti, former seasonal application reader for Stanford University.

In this informative webinar, you’ll learn how to position yourself for success when applying to highly selective universities like Stanford, with expert guidance on building an academic and extracurricular profile that stands out.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to receive valuable advice from an insider with firsthand experience reviewing applications at one of the nation’s top universities!