Jared Epler

About Jared Epler

About Me: Passionate educator and innovator revolutionizing the college admissions…

Experience

1. Co-founder

   Forget The Rankings

   Jan 2024 — Present · Philadelphia, PA, US

   Forget the Rankings: The Values-Driven College Search disrupts the typical college search through two reflective and interactive card-sorting activities and members-only website, helping students prioritize their deepest values instead of chasing arbitrary rankings. The identified values then connect to unique college lists on our website, spotlighting institutions that champion the same values. Students can then explore these colleges in detail, focusing on criteria such as academics, campus life, and the overall environment that best supports their individual needs. Forget the Rankings values-driven approach offers a transformative experience designed to lead students toward colleges where they can thrive academically, socially, and personally, ultimately setting them up for long-term happiness and success.

Education

• Saint Joseph's University

  Doctor of Education - EdD, Education Leadership

• Albright College

  Bachelor of Arts, Communications, Music Performance, Music Business

  2005 — 2009

• University of Pennsylvania

  Masters of Education, School and Mental Health Counseling

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Mental Health Counseling
• Microsoft Office
• Fundraising
• Training
• Volunteer Management
• Community Outreach
• Research
• College Education Planning
• Student Development
• Strategy
• Program Development
• Academic Advising
• Strategic Planning
• Staff Development
• Performance Management
• Resume Writing
• Student Financial Aid
• Admissions
• Social Media
• Networking
• Campus
• Student Affairs
• Nonprofits
• Public Speaking
• Event Planning
• College Recruiting
• Career Counseling
• Leadership
• Student Recruiting
• Interviews
• Higher Education
• College Applications
• Program Management