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Sunday, February 8th, 2026 at 9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET

Admissions 2026: Trends, Tactics, & What This Means For Next Year’s Applicants

The college admissions landscape is shifting once again. As application numbers begin to normalize from their post-pandemic peak and key policies evolve, what worked for students last year may not be the most effective strategy for the upcoming cycle. This webinar, including 30 minutes of LIVE Q&A is designed to cut through the noise and provide families with a clear, forward-looking perspective on the most significant trends shaping the future of college admissions.

Here’s What You Will Learn In This Free Webinar…

Get informed. Get accepted.

We help your student craft an authentic, compelling application that top schools can’t ignore.

About the Presenters…

Thomas R. Caleel

Director of MBA Admissions

Sonam Aidasani

Interim Director of College Counseling

Chris Bakes

Senior Counselor

Thomas R. Caleel is the former Director of MBA Admissions at the Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania) and the founder of Admittedly — a college admissions firm led by former Ivy League decision-makers. A Wharton MBA and Penn graduate, that has helped students earn admission to the most selective colleges in the U.S.

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Sonam Aidasani is a former Assistant Director of Admissions at Duke University, where she reviewed thousands of applications and gained an insider’s understanding of what it takes to get into a top-tier university. At Admittedly, she helps students craft authentic and compelling narratives that stand out.

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Chris Bakes served in the admissions offices at both Columbia University and Yale University. His deep experience at two of the most selective institutions in the world gives him a unique perspective on the nuances of the Ivy League admissions process. He specializes in helping students find their voice and tell their story in a way that resonates with admissions committees.
At Admittedly, they lead a team of former admissions officers from schools like Harvard, Penn, and Princeton to help students with strategic, unforgettable applications.