Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
In previous shows we’ve covered how to negotiate for more merit money and appeal financial aid packages. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Help—it’s almost May 1, and we can’t agree on a college! You won’t be the first student and parent not to be on the same page when it comes to college choice, and we’re pretty sure you won’t be the last. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
In previous shows we’ve covered how to negotiate for more merit money and appeal financial aid packages. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Students with no acceptances will want to tune in to this week’s show, in which we will help you best handle an admissions season gone awry and offer suggestions for moving forward with your college plans. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Devastated about not getting into your dream school? There’s no doubt this is a tough time, but you can’t abandon college just because your top choice didn’t come through. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
There’s snow on the ground and more to come, but believe it or not, summer planning starts now! We’ll be talking through some things to think about as you get started. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
If you or your student are interested in a career in the arts, you might be concerned about your ability to earn a living in such a difficult field. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
If you’re about to submit all of your applications or your last few, we’ll take you through the nuts and bolts of submitting your applications and necessary follow up. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Last week we covered the FAFSA, and this week we’re diving into what you need to know about completing the CSS Profile, required in addition to the FAFSA by a number of colleges. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
As admissions professionals, we’ve seen students make lots of mistakes when it comes to college applications. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Our podcast focuses on getting in to college, but what happens when it’s finally time to send your students off to school? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Timing is everything, especially when it comes to the college admissions process. This week we’re providing tips and suggestions on the best time to take standardized tests. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
A handful of colleges have begun offering special programs in which students spend the first year studying abroad. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
It’s down to the wire for this year’s seniors, with deposits due to the college of their choice by May 1. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
There are two important parts of every college lists: finding the best fit colleges where the student can get in and pay for. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Is it better to be a small fish in a big pond or a big fish in a small pond? And what does aquatic life have to do with college anyway? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Whenever major changes are made to a standardized test, there’s a transition period during which colleges are receiving scores from both the old and new tests. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Introducing a new Getting In series: Summer Programs! We’re kicking off the inaugural episode with a focus on summer programs for students interested in STEM. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Students who are turned down by their first choice college sometimes hatch a plan to take a gap year and reapply in the hopes of a different decision. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
If there was a group of colleges focused on a personalized, student-focused college experience, would you be interested? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Our latest in the Standing Out series looks at how the choice of where to apply to college can be a big factor in helping students stand out in the applicant pool. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
In this week’s Office Hours segment, we’ll be exploring the University of California application. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
In this week’s Office Hours segment, we’ll be offering tips for making the most of your college visits this summer. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Whether you’re getting ready to attend your first college fair or already have walked through a few, we have tips for making the most of that time. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Can your social media presence affect your offers of acceptance? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Ever wonder how a college like Reed goes about making admission decisions? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
There has been a lot of conversation in the traditional media and social media around the type of education students pursue in college. Should students pursue more pre-professional degrees such as business or physical therapy? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Curious about what holistic admissions means and how it’s practiced at different colleges and universities? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Many students come to us looking for a “rah rah” environment in their college—or convinced that a sports culture will negatively impact their college experience. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
In the second segment of our State System Spotlight, we’re exploring the different campuses of the SUNY system, including the differing levels of selectivity, specific strengths and focuses, and the culture and feel of the schools. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Ever wonder what life is like as an admissions officer? Understanding what they’re doing on a daily basis can be especially valuable in understanding who will be reading your application. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
It’s that time of year again: National Merit Scholarship finalists have been announced, and students are scrambling to update schools with their new status. How did those students qualify? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Have an aspiring veterinarian in your household? In another segment in our High School Plan series, we’ll review the best courses and extracurricular activities for potential pre-vet students. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Most colleges have released their decisions for the early round, whether that is Early Decision or Early Action. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
What are the consequences of missing a financial aid deadline? Does that mean you definitely won’t receive any money? Or is it not really a big deal? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
A few weeks ago, we ran a Facebook contest asking for your most pressing college admissions and finance questions. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
There are a lot of companies and organizations out there making big promises when it comes to scholarships and student loans. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Worried that family debt might affect financial aid eligibility? Don’t miss our session discussing this very issue. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Last week we welcomed an international student studying in the US to our show. This week, we’re going to be discussing the ins and outs of applying if you are an international student interested in attending college in the US. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
It should be an easy thing to compare financial aid offers from different schools. But between loans, grants, merit scholarships, work study, and other different components, it can often feel like comparing apples to oranges. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Extracurricular activities are important. After course selection, grades, and test scores, applicants' activities outside of the classroom can be a significant factor in admissions process at many colleges. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Much of the college process seems to focus on either getting into college or paying for it, as if these two things are mutually exclusive. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Ever wondered what colleges mean when they say they are need blind or need aware? Or, more importantly, how those terms affect admissions chances? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
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Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Early decision is a way for students to show commitment to their top choice college and get an early answer at the same time. Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Ever heard that junior year is the most important of all when it comes to college admissions? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
While applying to college can be long and arduous and figuring out the financial piece is often just as challenging Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Ever wonder how you or your child can stand out in the ultra-competitive Ivy League admissions process? Listen Now
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Standardized tests are a key component of most college applications. But when should students start taking the SAT or ACT Listen Now
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