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Back to SearchFall 2025 Financial Tips: FAFSA, Generosity, and More
Season 4 Episode 2
Several factors are required to help a student succeed financially in higher education. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) submission is a key factor, as is personal financial responsib…
Published on 4 hours ago
Admissions Advice from a College Student
Season 4 Episode 1
Now that this year's admissions cycle is underway, it is fitting to hear from a college student, who recently navigated the process. In this episode, Dr. Riley (from collegeapp101.com) interviews a r…
Published on 1 month ago
When to Prepare for Highly Selective Admissions
Season 3 Episode 11
Recently, Julie Ray published an article for Gallup: "Gen Z, Parents Lack Knowledge of Post-High School Options: Less awareness contributes to students feeling unprepared." The article possesses impo…
Published on 2 months ago
The Role of Parents in College Admissions
Season 3 Episode 10
College admissions offices are preparing to receive applications from members of the class of 2026 in a few weeks. Writing essays, completing applications, and submitting them are daunting tasks for …
Published on 3 months ago
Hats Off to Class of 2025
Season 3 Episode 9
What should a college bound senior in high school be thinking about at this time of the year? High school graduation and beginning college are on the near horizon. Should a senior stop applying for s…
Published on 4 months ago
Interview with a Business Owner
Season 3 Episode 8
It takes a lot more than cash on hand to own and run a business. Grit, determination, people skills, endurance, an aptitude for multitasking, and other attributes are required to launch and maintain …
Published on 5 months ago
Admissions Essay Ideas and a Dear Aunt
Season 3 Episode 7
In addition to an applicant's academic profile, college admissions recruiters are eager to know an applicant's character and personal attributes. The admissions essay is a place for an applicant to a…
Published on 6 months ago
Interview with UT-Austin Alumni: Business, Medicine
Season 3 Episode 6
Personal stories of professionals in various career fields are powerful. Parents and college bound high school students do well to listen to them, in order to learn from the experiences of others. In…
Published on 7 months ago
Finding Your Voice in Admissions Essays Part 2
Season 3 Episode 5
College bound seniors often find the admissions essay writing process to be difficult, frustrating, and far from satisfying. Yet the admissions essay is one of the most important features of a colleg…
Published on 8 months ago
Finding Your Voice in Admissions Essays Part 1
Season 3 Episode 4
The college admissions essay is an extremely important component of an application. The essay is the applicant's opportunity to showcase who he or she is in a creative and more extensive way. Because…
Published on 9 months ago