Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchPreparing for this Fall's Redesigned FAFSA
Season 2 Episode 3
This fall's FAFSA (the Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is significantly different from previous years. Typically, the FAFSA opens on Octobe…
2 years, 10 months ago
Writing a Compelling Essay Part 1 Revisited
Season 2 Episode 2
In a recent College App 101 episode, Dr. Riley (from collegeapp101.com) discusses the most important part of a college application, which is a high s…
2 years, 10 months ago
The Most Important Part of a College App
Season 2 Episode 1
A student's college application could be compared to a pie. There are several pieces in the college application pie: transcript, resume, essay(s). Bu…
2 years, 11 months ago
Ready, Set...Go!
Season 1 Episode 32
In a few short days, many college application platforms will begin accepting applications for Fall 2024 admission. In this episode, Dr. Riley (from c…
2 years, 11 months ago
Interview with a High Achieving Student
Season 1 Episode 31
College App 101 helps college-bound students achieve academic success in high school and produce compelling, competitive college applications as a se…
3 years ago
Preparing for the October 2023 PSAT
Season 1 Episode 30
A National Merit® Scholarship is arguably the most prestigious academic award for a high school student. Seniors win National Merit Scholarships. But…
3 years ago
Lessons on Success from Grammar School
Season 1 Episode 29
The college bound student’s principal academic goal is winning admission to their desired colleges during senior year. This objective is fulfilled by…
3 years, 1 month ago
The Admissions Essay: Telling Your Story Well
Season 1 Episode 28
The admissions essay is a very, very important component a senior's college application and goes a long way in helping an admissions committee get to…
3 years, 1 month ago
A Mother's Role in College Admissions
Season 1 Episode 27
A college bound high school student has several guides on the path toward higher education: members of their high school faculty and staff, mentors i…
3 years, 2 months ago
Hats Off to Class of 2023
Season 1 Episode 26
As senior year winds down, a college bound senior needs to focus on exiting high school gracefully and entering higher education successfully. To ens…
3 years, 2 months ago