Can Social Media Help or Hurt College Applications

The video discusses how college admissions officers often review applicants' social media profiles, with 80% of colleges engaging in this practice. This can be beneficial for applicants who strategically use social media to their advantage. By liking a college's Facebook page or following it on Twitter, applicants can positively influence admissions officers. Additionally, maintaining a personal blog can help demonstrate why an applicant is a strong candidate.

What is the general attitude of admissions offices towards checking social media profiles?

What platforms are mentioned as ways to engage with colleges?