The Wiser Way: College Admissions Explained

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The Wiser Way is Collegewise’s weekly podcast dedicated to cutting through the chaos of college admissions. Hosted by Na’ama Landau and Paul Kanarek, the show offers an honest, grounded look at what actually matters in this ever-changing landscape. Each week, we unpack trends, debunk myths, and share story-behind-the-story insights from more than 40+ years in the admissions world. Whether you're parenting a stressed-out student, supporting your counseling caseload, or navigating your own admissions journey, you're in the right place.

Episodes

  1. 07/22/2020

    Episode 08 - Rapid-Fire Myth Destruction

    Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    44 min

  2. 06/29/2020

    Episode 07 - You don't need a title to be a leader.

    "Take me to your leaders: What college admissions deans are looking for" by Brennan Barnard Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    50 min

  3. 06/22/2020

    Episode 06 - The sticker price is not the price.

    Bonus viewing: Is College Still Worth It? | Patriot Act with Hasan Minaj on Netflix Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    53 min

  4. 06/15/2020

    Episode 05 - Every year of high school matters.

    Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    53 min

  5. 06/08/2020

    Episode 04 - Test scores are never the most important thing.

    Free test prep: https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    48 min

  6. 05/25/2020

    Episode 03 - Community service is not about the hours.

    Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    37 min

  7. 05/18/2020

    Episode 02 - What you do is more important than what you study.

    Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    45 min

  8. 05/11/2020

    Episode 01 - There is no magic formula.

    Follow Arun on Twitter: @ArunWise Follow Collegewise on Instagram: @collegewise Get admissions-related updates and resources at collegewise.com/covid Get Wise: College Admissions Explained  is produced by Collegewise, the nation’s largest admissions counseling organization. With over 60 expert counselors and 40 testing and curriculum tutors, we’re out to change the way families approach college admissions. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    49 min

  9. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introducing Get Wise

    Introducing Get Wise: College Admissions Explained. Want to learn more about the Wiser Way? Follow us @collegewise or visit collegewise.com for guides, webinars, and in-person events.

    2 min

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The Wiser Way is Collegewise’s weekly podcast dedicated to cutting through the chaos of college admissions. Hosted by Na’ama Landau and Paul Kanarek, the show offers an honest, grounded look at what actually matters in this ever-changing landscape. Each week, we unpack trends, debunk myths, and share story-behind-the-story insights from more than 40+ years in the admissions world. Whether you're parenting a stressed-out student, supporting your counseling caseload, or navigating your own admissions journey, you're in the right place.

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