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Episode 25: Preparing for Your First Semester
In this episode, we'll uncover the exhilarating new set of challenges — and opportunities — awaiting students when they arrive at college for their first semester.
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Episode 24: Advice and Support for First-gen College Students and Their Families
In this episode, we offer advice and support to first-generation college students — and the members of their families who might be helping them along this journey.
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Episode 23: Location: Urban or rural, in-state or out-of-state?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we’ll search far and wide to bring you the best advice on how to consider a school's geographic location when planning your college search.
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Episode 22: Public or Private: What’s the Difference?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we examine the differences between public and private colleges and universities.
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Episode 21: A Deep Dive Into GPA Calculation
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we take a deep dive into GPA calculation, including whether, how and when schools recalculate an applicant's number.
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Episode 20: Academic Rigor: Which High School Classes Should I Choose?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we discuss how higher-ed institutions look closely at your transcript to see just how difficult your classes were — something called academic rigor.
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Episode 19: Planning a College Visit Road Trip
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we provide a road map for planning the ultimate college visit road trip.
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Episode 17: How to Select a College That Will Support Your Dietary Needs
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we dive into what should students be looking for when deciding which school will meet their dietary needs and preferences.
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Episode 16: My Application Story
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we invite listeners to our first college admissions roundtable. You'll hear from three current college students about each step of their application process.
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Episode 15: The Role of Social Media When Looking at Colleges
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts discuss the role of social media when looking at colleges, including whether colleges review applicants' posts and how students can use social media when exploring schools on their list.
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Episode 14: Beyond Academics — How to Show Who You Really Are on an Application
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts share how to show who you really are on an application — offering a complete picture that goes way beyond grades.
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Episode 13: Is a Gap Year Right For You?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts offer a complete guide to gap years.
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Episode 12: A Guide to Early Decision and Early Action
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts offer a complete guide to Early Decision and Early Action.
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Episode 11: What International Students Need to Know About Applying to College in the U.S.
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts discuss what international students need to know about applying to college in the United States.
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Episode 10: A Guide to Transferring Colleges
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts offer a guide to transferring colleges.
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Episode 9: What Is a Liberal Arts Education?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts take a closer look at the benefits of a liberal arts education.
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Episode 8: What 9th and 10th Graders Can Do Now to Prepare to Apply
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts share what 9th and 10th graders can do now to get ready for college.
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Episode 7: The Role of Parents When Applying to College
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts share information about the role of parents when applying to college.
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Episode 6: Applying Test Optional
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts share information about applying test-optional.
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Episode 5: Writing a Killer College Application Essay
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, the hosts share proven tips to help students craft a killer application essay.