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The Most Experienced Family in College Admissions

My parents led Ivy League admissions for over 35 years. We turned their experience into a strategy for top college acceptance, and I used it to get into every school I applied to. With this course, your family can do the same.

  • 35+ Years

    Experience leading admissions departments at Harvard and Columbia

  • 7 Elite Colleges

    The schools the author was accepted into - entirely using The Roland Method - including Stanford, MIT, Princeton, and more

  • 50,000+
Applications

    Reviewed as admissions officers leading to the insights in this course
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One Small Mistake Can Mean Rejection

High GPAs and test scores aren’t enough anymore. Elite college admissions has become so complex that rejections often seem random and even counselors can’t explain it clearly.

  • 3%

     Elite college acceptance rates are as low as 3%.

  • 4.0+

    High grades and test scores are no longer enough.

  • Counseling

    College counseling is so common that it’s become the bare minimum

Master our proven admissions method in under 3 hours

As a parent, your insights and decisions can unlock your child’s future. This course - designed by the people who helped write the rules - gives you the key.

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  • 45 minutes of video

  • 60 pages of reading

  • 11 structured chapters

What you will learn:

✅ The exact strategies Ivy League officers actually use
✅ How to choose and maximize counselors and other resources
✅ How to structure high school — from classes to activities — for an unbeatable application
✅ The hidden mistakes that get great students denied
✅ What successful applicants do differently

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The Story Behind The Roland Method

How growing up inside Harvard and Columbia admissions shaped the system I’m sharing with you.

Meet the course creator

Stanford Alum & Founder

Growing up with Ivy League admissions officers as parents, college admissions wasn’t just something I learned—it was part of everyday life. Insights and strategies were normal dinner table conversation.

I applied those lessons myself, was accepted into every school I applied to—Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Columbia, Princeton, and more—and went on to attend Stanford and start an award-winning car safety company.

Now, I’ve turned those insights into a course to help your family do the same.

My Father

Harvard & Columbia Director and Dean of Admissions

My father taught at both public and elite, private high schools. He then became:

  • Assistant Dean and Director of Admissions at Columbia School of Engineering and Applied Science,
  • Dean of Admissions at Columbia Teacher's College, and
  • Director of Admissions at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

He shaped many of the admissions policies which are still in place today, and was honored with the Dean's Outstanding Service Award at Harvard for his transformative work.

My Mother

Columbia Assistant Director of Admissions

My mother received her Masters in Fine Arts, became professor of fine art at two colleges, and served as Assistant Director of Admissions at two schools including Columbia Teacher's College.

What Families Are Saying:

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    “We realized 15 minutes into the course that we’ve been approaching college admissions wrong—and exactly how to fix it.”

    — Parent of a student accepted to Princeton

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    “I finally felt like I knew how to actually help my child—without guessing. Every chapter was focused, clear, and actionable.”

    — Mother of a high school junior

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    “We stopped wasting time on things that didn’t matter—and finally focused on what would move the needle.”

    — Dad of a rising senior

“This course is the clearest, most accurate explanation of elite admissions I’ve ever seen. Columbia should use it to train new staff.”

— Kathleen, Former Assistant Director of Admissions, Columbia University Teacher’s College

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Backed by Our 100% Money-Back Guarantee

We’re confident this course will bring your family clarity, direction, and real results. But if you’re not satisfied for any reason, you can request a full refund—no questions asked—within 7 days of purchase, as long as less than 10% of the course content has been accessed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if we already have a college counselor?

This course is designed to work with or without a counselor. It helps you understand what elite schools are really looking for—so you can make the most of any outside support, or succeed confidently on your own.

Is this course only helpful for students applying right now?

Not at all. The earlier you start, the more powerful the impact. Whether your child is in middle school or about to hit submit, this course will help you understand what matters most—so you can make better decisions starting today.

What exactly do I get with the course?

You'll get immediate access to:

  • 45 minutes of video content
  • 60 pages of written guidance
  • A complete strategy based on 35+ years of Ivy League admissions experience

All designed to be completed in under 3 hours.

How long do we have access to the course?

You’ll get lifetime access. That means you'll have online access for as long as The Roland Method exists and maintains this course. If we ever discontinue access online, we’ll make a downloadable version available for a limited time so you can always keep what you paid for.

What’s the refund policy?

If you’re not satisfied for any reason, you can request a full refund within 7 days of purchase, as long as no more than 10% of the course content has been accessed.

Will this course help if we’re applying from outside the U.S.?

Yes. Elite U.S. colleges evaluate international students through the same core admissions lens: leadership, clarity of purpose, intellectual curiosity, and fit.

This course teaches the exact strategy used to stand out—regardless of where you're applying from.

If your child is aiming for schools like Princeton, Stanford, or MIT, the insights here are just as essential.

Can I give the course as a gift?

Yes! Just enter the recipient's email address at checkout. The course will be tied to that account from the start.

Does this course guarantee admission?

No - The Roland Method is an educational resource, not a guarantee of admission to any school. Our course is built upon decades of admissions strategies so we can provide your family the best possible strategy, insight, and guidance to get into your dream schools.

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In just three hours, you’ll gain insights that have turned rejections into acceptances.

$399 for Lifetime Access*

Includes 24/7 access and our 100% money-back guarantee.

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* Notes & Disclaimers: The Roland Method is for educational purposes only and does not guarantee admission to any college. “Lifetime access” means access to the course online for as long as it is offered, and also a time-limited download opportunity if we choose to discontinue access online so that you can keep it forever. Past affiliations and school logos do not imply endorsement.