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Accepted - The PrepScholar College Admissions Podcast PrepScholar
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Confused by college applications? Stressed out in high school? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they walk you through the essentials of applying to college and succeeding in high school.
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Episode 10 - Acceptances and Rejections
Not sure how to sort through your rejections and acceptances? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what an acceptance, rejection, waitlist, and referral are, how to handle rejection, and how to make the ultimate decision for what college you'll attend.
Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode!
Further Reading:
Complete List: Colleges With Rolling Admissions
What to Do If You Get Rejected From Your Dream College
College Decision Day: How To Notify Colleges
3 Tips for Writing a Successful Letter of Continued Interest
College Waitlist: What Are Your Chances of Getting In?
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Episode 9 - Financial Aid
Curious about financial aid? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what kinds of financial aid are available to you, why a private education might be cheaper than you expect, and how to make the most of your financial aid offer.
Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode!
Further Reading:
EFC Calculator
Simple Guide: How to Apply for Financial Aid
Here's Every College That Offers 100% Financial Aid
What Is Financial Aid? How To Pay Less For College
The 29 Colleges With the Best Financial Aid
How to Pay for College: Complete Guide
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Episode 8 - College Interviews
What do you need to know about college interviews? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what colleges are looking for in interviews, how to answer some of the most common questions, and how to dress to impress.
Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode!
Further Reading:
The 14 College Interview Questions You Must Prepare For
6 Top College Interview Tips: How to Prepare Effectively
What Are Good Questions to Ask in a College Interview?
College Interview Attire: What to Wear to Your Interview
The Complete List of Colleges That Require Interviews
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Episode 7 - College Essays
How do you write a good college essay? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss how to find balance, when to start essays, and what topics you should probably avoid.
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Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode!
Further Reading:
How to Write a Great College Essay, Step-by-Step
Bad College Essays: 10 Mistakes You Must Avoid
How to Write a Perfect "Why This College" Essay
My Successful Harvard Application (Complete Common App + Supplement)
The 13 Best College Essay Tips to Craft a Stellar Application
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Episode 6 - College Applications
What should you know before filling out your college applications? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss when you should fill applications out, what colleges rank most important, and whether or not your major choice impacts the likelihood you'll be accepted.
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Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode!
Further Reading:
How to Get a College Application Fee Waiver: 3 Approaches
The Complete College Application Process: Expert Guide
How Can You Build The Most Versatile College Application?
The 7 Things That Really Look Good on a College Application
Your Complete College Application Timeline
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Episode 5 - GPA and Coursework
Do your GPA and class choices really matter in college applications? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss choosing a rigorous course load, how to up your study skills, and how to handle the additional stress of AP courses.
Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode!
Further Reading:
What Is a Good GPA? What's a Bad GPA for College?
How to Get a 4.0 GPA and Better Grades, By a Harvard Alum
Exactly How Many AP Classes Should You Take? | AP Experts
Are AP Classes Worth It? Should You Take Them?
What Classes Should You Take in High School? Expert Advice
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Customer Reviews
My favorite College Podcast
I subscribe to about 10 college podcasts. This is my absolute favorite! Allen is a wealth of information and offers practical college admission advice on every episode. Each episode seems to be pertinent to whatever my kids are experiencing at that time. Allen and his co-host are concise with up to date knowledge and suggestions we greatly appreciate. Highly recommend.
Great topics!
I always recommend PrepScholar to my students! Just discovered your podcast and will certainly be sharing it with my high schoolers. :D
Advice you won't find at school!
The advice here is so great because it comes from direct experience. The stories are interesting and incredibly helpful. I wish I had this two years ago as a freshman -- I would have listened to each episode twice and make a number of different choices in high school!