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Nick StrohlFormer Yale Admissions Director: How to Get Ahead this Summer as a Humanities / Social Science Student

Speaker: Dr. Nick Strohl, Former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions, Yale University; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison

⏰ Wednesday, March 18 | 5 pm Pacific, 8 pm Eastern

Webinar Highlights

Unlike STEM pathways with clearly defined competitions and benchmarks, humanities and social science students often face a different question: What kinds of activities actually demonstrate intellectual curiosity and depth?

Join us for this FREE live webinar where Dr. Nick Strohl, a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Yale and a social science scholar himself, share expert insights on how Humanities/Social Science students can make the most of Summer 2026! He’ll cover key topics, including:

  • What top universities look for in humanities and social science applicants
  • How to turn your academic interests into impactful summer projects
  • Real examples of successful humanities-focused student profiles
  • Selective Summer 2026 opportunities you can still apply to

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insider advice on building a compelling extracurricular profile. Register now to secure your spot!

Date: Wednesday, March 18
Time: 5 pm Pacific, 8 pm Eastern

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About Dr. Nick Strohl

Nick Strohl is a Former Admissions Officer from Yale University, where he reviewed thousands of applications, traveled across the country to engage with prospective students, and participated in the final admissions decision-making process. He also managed Yale’s on-campus Senior Interviewer program, training and supervising undergraduate interviewers who met with applicants.

Beyond his experience in admissions, Nick has worked as a teacher and advisor at a boarding school, teaching history, economics, and world literature while guiding students through the college application process. Additionally, he served as an academic advisor at a major public research university, helping undergraduates explore majors, develop academic and professional skills, and prepare for career and graduate school applications.

Nick holds a PhD in History and Educational Policy Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he currently teaches courses on the history of education and education policy. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and exploring his hometown of Madison, Wisconsin.