Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

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Planning for college? Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to learn what colleges are really looking for and how to highlight your hard-won achievements for the best chance at success. Every week, we gather former admissions and financial aid officers as well as other expert guests for candid, behind-the-scenes talk. New episodes drop every Thursday.

  1. 2일 전

    What's Supp, Columbia, Barnard and University of Chicago; Understanding Financial Aid Acronyms

    Applying to Columbia University, Barnard College, or the University of Chicago? Host Sally Ganga, who worked in admissions at the University of Chicago, will be interviewing colleague Mary Sue Youn, who worked at Barnard, about Barnard and Columbia’s supplemental essays. Then Mary Sue Youn will turn the tables and interview Sally about Chicago. Let’s see if Sally can handle the change in roles.   In addition, College Coach Finance Colleague Chrissy Foran will be there to help us understand what all the many financial aid acronyms, like FAFSA, FSAID, SAI, etc, mean.   Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

    54분

  2. 10월 9일

    Studying Abroad: Parent POV; Tackling Tough Supplements; Financial Focus Areas for Seniors

    Is your student considering studying abroad in college? Host Kyra Tyler will be joined by College Coach colleague Jay Bonham, who will give a parent’s perspective on his experience when his son studied abroad. Interested in applying to Yale, Harvard, or Stanford? Colleague Jen Simons will be there to give tips on completing their challenging supplements. In addition, College Coach finance colleague Zach Gries will be there to discuss what the families of high school seniors should focus on now.  Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

    56분

  3. 10월 2일

    ArborBridge Standardized Testing Updates; Harvey Mudd & CalTech Essay Strategies; CSS Profile Tips

    Here it is, thanks! Interested in Cal Tech and Harvey Mudd, but not sure how to approach their supplemental essays? Host Shannon Vasconcelos will be joined by Kimberly Ortiz, a College Coach colleague who is also a former admission officer at both institutions. Also, if you are looking for updates on the ever-changing world of standardized testing for college admissions, in addition to some tips and tricks, friend of the pod Meghan Stubbendeck of Arborbridge will be there to fill us all in. Last but not least, if you’re applying for financial aid at an institution that requires the CSS Profile, you’ll want to listen in on finance colleague Beth Feinberg-Keenan’s explanation of the methodology used by the College Board for that form.    Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

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  4. 9월 25일

    Experimenting With Extracurriculars; Social Media in the Admissions Process; FAFSA Facts You Need to Know

    Students, are you beginning high school and trying to think ahead about your extracurricular activities? Concerned that you have to choose all your activities now? Colleague Tova Javetz is happy to let Host Ian Fisher know that the early years of high school is the perfect time to experiment with a variety of pursuits in order to find out which you find most fulfilling. Once you’ve established your preferences, it’s okay to drop some of them!   Ian will also be chatting with colleague Serena Frisena about how to use, and not use, social media in the admission process. It has a place, but caution is advised.  Last, finance colleague Aimee Yorsaner will be there to provide five facts about the FAFSA.  Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

    54분

  5. 9월 18일

    Rethinking Popular Majors; Funding Career & Trade Programs

    We’re very excited for the return of Taryn Andrea, College Coach’s career expert. She’ll be talking with host Ian Fisher about alternatives to saturated and very popular majors in fields like healthcare, engineering, law, and computer science, some of which will not require a full four year or Bachelor’s degree.  In addition, College Coach finance expert Michelle Smoley will join Ian to talk about financial resources for career, trade, and apprenticeship programs.  Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

    57분

  6. 9월 11일

    Demonstrated Interest: What Colleges Really Want; Supplemental Essays: What’s the Point?; One Big Beautiful Bill’s Impact on Student Loans

    Today we go over some frequently asked questions about admissions. Ever wonder what colleges mean when they say they track demonstrated interest? Think that maybe sending weekly emails to the college admissions representative at your favorite college is a good idea? Host Sally Ganga is welcoming colleague Gabbi Tobias, who will not only define “demonstrated Interest,” she’ll tell you how much “interest” is too much and how much is just right. In addition, she’ll cover colleges that do not track interest. (Hint: Stanford and Harvard are two of them.) Sally will also be talking with colleague Jen Simons about the purpose and some of the different kinds of supplemental essay topics, and Michelle Clifton, college finance expert, will be giving updates regarding the One Big Beautiful Bill’s impact on student loans.  Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

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  7. 9월 4일

    Part-Time Jobs, Lifelong Impact; Admission Interview Tips; One Big Beautiful Bill Finance Updates

    Do you know that college admission officers value part-time jobs on a students resume? Host Shannon Vasconcelos will be joined by new College Coach colleague Shayla Bezjak-Martinez to talk about how part-time jobs can set you up for success in many ways, not just for college. In addition, Shannon will be talking with colleague Jonathan Wickremasinghe-Kuhn about admission interviews. Are they required? How do you prepare? Last, finance colleague Laurie Peltier will be there to discuss finance updates from the federal One Big Beautiful Bill.  Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

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  8. 8월 28일

    Jenny West Anderson, Author of The Disengaged Teen

    Host Ian Fisher has the remarkable good fortune to welcome guest Jenny West Anderson, author of The Disengaged Teen. If you're a parent, this episode is a must-listen, especially if you've seen any indication that your student is losing their excitement for learning or is in danger of academic burnout. Our guest will help you identify your student's attitudes towards learning and give strategies to help them find their spark. In addition, College Coach Finance Consultant Chrissy Foran will join Ian to clarify the difference between the sticker price versus the net price of a college education.   Learn More About Bright Horizons College Coach

    52분
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Planning for college? Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to learn what colleges are really looking for and how to highlight your hard-won achievements for the best chance at success. Every week, we gather former admissions and financial aid officers as well as other expert guests for candid, behind-the-scenes talk. New episodes drop every Thursday.

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    Bright Horizons College Coach
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    2015년 - 2025년
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