Resources
Free guidance, from someone who just did it.
Short videos from Cindy and the Dion team on getting in, writing essays, and building a profile that's truly yours. No fluff, no paywall.
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Meet Cindy, founder of Dion Academy
First-gen, Harvard '25, ex–Goldman Sachs. The story behind Dion, and how we think about admissions.
Supplemental essays
The supplements that make or break an application.
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The personal statement, demystified
Structure, voice, and the mistakes to avoid.
Getting in
How admissions really works, and how to stand out.
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Building a standout profile
Depth over breadth, and the spike that gets noticed.
Activities & projects
Turning a real interest into a passion project.
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What makes an activity stand out
From club member to founder: showing real impact.