300 episodes

Nationally recognized experts Megan Dorsey and Erin Wilson share tips and tricks about creative study strategies, SAT/ACT prep, college applications, essay writing, teen-friendly time management tools, and more. They will also host experts on a number of subjects including scholarships, parenting, test prep, learning differences, NCAA athletics, and more! About the hosts: Megan is a college admissions consultant and test prep guru who helps students and parents plan and prepare for college admission. Erin in the owner of Seattle Success Coaching where she helps students take the frustration out of learning allowing parents to get back to enjoying, instead of managing, their kids. Together, they are a one-stop shop for how to survive...and thrive!...during the final approach into higher education.

The College Prep Podcast Megan Dorsey & Erin Wilson

    • Education
    • 4.8 • 161 Ratings

Nationally recognized experts Megan Dorsey and Erin Wilson share tips and tricks about creative study strategies, SAT/ACT prep, college applications, essay writing, teen-friendly time management tools, and more. They will also host experts on a number of subjects including scholarships, parenting, test prep, learning differences, NCAA athletics, and more! About the hosts: Megan is a college admissions consultant and test prep guru who helps students and parents plan and prepare for college admission. Erin in the owner of Seattle Success Coaching where she helps students take the frustration out of learning allowing parents to get back to enjoying, instead of managing, their kids. Together, they are a one-stop shop for how to survive...and thrive!...during the final approach into higher education.

    535: Short Summer Series: Megan–Colleges That Change Lives by Loren Pope

    535: Short Summer Series: Megan–Colleges That Change Lives by Loren Pope

    Megan is sharing a special book that is perfect for those who aren’t sure what colleges they might be interested in. Colleges That Change Lives by Loren Pope covers some great colleges that might not be known because they are not at the top of the problematic US News rankings. These colleges will provide a great education and a life-changing experience.







    Colleges That Change Lives website

    • 11 min
    534: Short Summer Series: Erin Suggests Websites and Apps

    534: Short Summer Series: Erin Suggests Websites and Apps

    Erin’s back with more tech stuff for your summer resources! Habit trackers, anti-distraction apps, and an app to help you get out of bed!







    Understood.orgHabiticaFinchI can’t wake up!Cold TurkeyFB erradicator

    • 14 min
    533: Short Summer Series: Megan–SAT & ACT Official Guides

    533: Short Summer Series: Megan–SAT & ACT Official Guides

    Spending your summer doing some test prep? Megan tells us why it is important to check out the SAT & ACT Official Guides. Get yourself ready for the test if you are a junior and if you are a senior, it’s crunch time!

    • 13 min
    532: Short Summer Series: Erin Suggests Travel Stuff

    532: Short Summer Series: Erin Suggests Travel Stuff

    Whether you are traveling to visit colleges, attending a summer program, or just enjoying some time with family, it is good to travel with the right gear. In today’s episode, Erin shares some of her favorite travel stuff. Many of these items are things most students can also take with them to college.







    Power cubeCharger brickSuction cup cell phone holderTowelRumpl (blanket, sit-upon)Collapsible backpack

    • 21 min
    531: Short Summer Series: Megan–Greene’s Guides: Public Ivies & Hidden Ivies

    531: Short Summer Series: Megan–Greene’s Guides: Public Ivies & Hidden Ivies

    You may have noticed the list of “new Ivys” from Forbes this spring. In today’s episode, Megan discusses two resources with a similar approach: Greene’s Guides: Public Ivies & Hidden Ivies. These books highlight “how to get an Ivy League education at a college of comparable excellence.”

    530: Short Summer Series: Erin Suggests Podcasts

    530: Short Summer Series: Erin Suggests Podcasts

    In this episode, Erin shares some of her favorite podcasts.







    No Stupid Questions — Research psychologist Angela Duckworth, the author of “Grit” and tech / sports executive Mike Maughan ask lots of questions.







    Hidden Brain looks into the underlying patterns that drive human behavior to help you understand the world and yourself better.

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
161 Ratings

161 Ratings

AM25* ,

Great podcast

Super informative, I think this should be a must listen for all high school students and parents!

lovetheearththe ,

Thank you so much!!

Oh my goodness, you two helped me so so much with my confidence regarding college!
I am a high school student, and am constantly considering my college options, Always trying to figure out the great mystery of higher education :/
Doing research on the subject, I stumbled across this absolutely AMAZING podcast! Once more, thank you for the tips and information. Also, would you please consider doing more episodes ( if you haven’t already) regarding dorms, housing, and roommates???

mindose ,

Your best friends for pandemic-era (well, any era, really!) college prep!

I’m an academic mentor and college admissions consultant, and I really value the authentic, no-nonsense—yet warm and friendly tone—of this podcast. It’s quite a tough balance to strike within this industry! Also, the *immediately* applicable tips and razor-sharp insights these two consistently deliver make this my favorite podcast to recommend to my colleagues and families I work with!

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