Best Nacac Podcasts (2024)

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Why Counselors Give Us Hugs at NACAC [Event Replay] 1:08:29

1h ago1:08:29

1:08:29

In this webinar-turned-podcast, hear the experts talk about how Scoir's foundational work with high school counselors benefits the work of colleges, too. Liz McGonigle, Managed Subscriptions Engagement Strategist at Scoir, Chris White from High Tech High, and Sebastian Brown from the University of Oregon share how Visits, Matches, and Parent/Guardi…

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YCBK 480: What NACAC’s State of College Admission Report Reveals About How Admission Decisions Are Made 1:22:11

11d ago1:22:11

1:22:11

In this episode you will hear: Mark and Susan discuss the history of NACAC and Susan shares what stood out to her at the NACAC conference. Mark interviews David Hawkins of NACAC, about factors 5-15 of the things that matter the most when admission decisions are made. Rank these from 1 to 30 according to what is most important to you in a college 1.…

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YCBK 485: Why So Many Colleges Are Accepting A 60-90 Second Glimpse Video 1:19:03

6h ago1:19:03

1:19:03

In this episode you will hear: (02:30) In The News Julia and Mark discuss an article by Eric Hoover from the Chronicle of Higher Education entitled, FAFSA Fiasco Changed Composition of First-Year Classes at Most Private Colleges (13:22) Question from a listener: Hillary and Mark answer a question from a student who wants to know which colleges are …

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YCBK 485: Why So Many Colleges Are Accepting A 60-90 Second Glimpse Video 1:19:03

2h ago1:19:03

1:19:03

In this episode you will hear: (02:30) In The News Julia and Mark discuss an article by Eric Hoover from the Chronicle of Higher Education entitled, FAFSA Fiasco Changed Composition of First-Year Classes at Most Private Colleges (13:22) Question from a listener: Hillary and Mark answer a question from a student who wants to know which colleges are …

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YCBK 484: Everything You Need to Know About Early Decision 1 and Early Decision 2 1:04:02

1h ago1:04:02

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In this episode you will hear: Mark interviews Andy Strickler-Everything you need to know about Early Decision 1 and Early Decision 2-Part 1 of 4 Preview of Part 1 of 4 § Andy answers 20 frequently asked questions about Early Decision in this interview § Andy shares how Early Decision helps colleges § Andy tells us whether having 45-48% of the clas…

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YCBK 484: Everything You Need to Know About Early Decision 1 and Early Decision 2 1:04:02

3d ago1:04:02

1:04:02

In this episode you will hear: Mark interviews Andy Strickler-Everything you need to know about Early Decision 1 and Early Decision 2-Part 1 of 4 Preview of Part 1 of 4 § Andy answers 20 frequently asked questions about Early Decision in this interview § Andy shares how Early Decision helps colleges § Andy tells us whether having 45-48% of the clas…

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YCBK 483: Do Colleges Intentionally Not Accept Students From Certain High Schools 1:20:17

7d ago1:20:17

1:20:17

In this episode you will hear: (04:37) In The News Hillary and Mark examine why some high schools may have a very poor track record of sending kids to a particular college, but how students and parents have to be very careful to not misinterpret what this means. (14:50) Question from a listener: Mark and Susan answer a question from a listener, and…

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YCBK 483: Do Colleges Intentionally Not Accept Students From Certain High Schools 1:20:17

7h ago1:20:17

1:20:17

In this episode you will hear: (04:37) In The News Hillary and Mark examine why some high schools may have a very poor track record of sending kids to a particular college, but how students and parents have to be very careful to not misinterpret what this means. (14:50) Question from a listener: Mark and Susan answer a question from a listener, and…

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YCBK 482: Why Many Colleges Are No Longer Requiring The College Counselor Letter 1:02:40

3d ago1:02:40

1:02:40

In this episode you will hear: Mark shares his thoughts on the election and then he shares the great debate that is emerging about the requirement for students to submit a letter from their college counselor. Mark interviews David Hawkins Link to the articles Dave and discuss Factors impacting admission decisions High School Students perceptions of…

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YCBK 482: Why Many Colleges Are No Longer Requiring The College Counselor Letter 1:02:40

10d ago1:02:40

1:02:40

In this episode you will hear: Mark shares his thoughts on the election and then he shares the great debate that is emerging about the requirement for students to submit a letter from their college counselor. Mark interviews David Hawkins Link to the articles Dave and discuss Factors impacting admission decisions Factors in the Admission Decision -…

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YCBK 481: Tips for Students When An Admission Officer Comes To Visit Your High School 1:22:34

7d ago1:22:34

1:22:34

In this episode you will hear: (03:29) In The News Julia and Mark discuss an Inside Higher Ed Article by Liam Knox, entitled, “Higher Ed’s Antitrust Problem’ (26:48) Question from a listener: Mark and Hillary answer a question from a listener, and they share tips for when an admission officer comes to do an information at your high school (41:33) I…

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YCBK 481: Tips for Students When An Admission Officer Comes To Visit Your High School 1:22:34

14d ago1:22:34

1:22:34

In this episode you will hear: (03:29) In The News Julia and Mark discuss an Inside Higher Ed Article by Liam Knox, entitled, “Higher Ed’s Antitrust Problem’ (26:48) Question from a listener: Mark and Hillary answer a question from a listener, and they share tips for when an admission officer comes to do an information at your high school (41:33) I…

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YCBK 480: What NACAC’s State of College Admission Report Reveals About How Admission Decisions Are Made 1:22:11

17d ago1:22:11

1:22:11

In this episode you will hear: Mark and Susan discuss the history of NACAC and Susan shares what stood out to her at the NACAC conference. Mark interviews David Hawkins of NACAC, about factors 5-15 of the things that matter the most when admission decisions are made. Rank these from 1 to 30 according to what is most important to you in a college 1.…

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YCBK 479: Who Should My Student Ask To Write Her/His Teacher Recommendations? 1:14:29

14d ago1:14:29

1:14:29

In this episode you will hear: (01:48) In The News How does a transcript get to the colleges and whose responsibility is it to get the transcript to the colleges (19:50) Question from a listener: Mark and Hillary answer a question from a listener, and they discuss who a student should ask to write her/his teacher recommendations? (34:00) Interview …

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YCBK 479: Who Should My Student Ask To Write Her/His Teacher Recommendations? 1:14:29

21d ago1:14:29

1:14:29

In this episode you will hear: (01:48) In The News How does a transcript get to the colleges and whose responsibility is it to get the transcript to the colleges (19:50) Question from a listener: Mark and Hillary answer a question from a listener, and they discuss who a student should ask to write her/his teacher recommendations? (34:00) Interview …

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The Power of Advocacy: How School Counselors Can Drive Change in Education 41:39

17d ago41:39

41:39

In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, host Eddie Pickett sits down with three NACAC members—Priscilla Grijalva, Candice Mackey, and Stephanie Brazinsky—to explore the critical role of advocacy in education. They discuss how counselors can use data-driven strategies to make their impact visible, build meaningful collaborations with administ…

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YCBK 478: How Canadian Universities are Different From American Universities 1:01:43

18d ago1:01:43

1:01:43

In this episode you will hear: Mark explains how Canadian universities are different from American universities Rank these from 1 to 30 according to what is most important to you in a college 1. Area Surrounding the College 2. Campus Beauty and Feel 3. Career Outcomes 4. Class Size 5. Clubs, Sports and Extracurricular 6. College Rankings 7. College…

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YCBK 478: How Canadian Universities are Different From American Universities 1:01:43

24d ago1:01:43

1:01:43

In this episode you will hear: Mark explains how Canadian universities are different from American universities Rank these from 1 to 30 according to what is most important to you in a college 1. Area Surrounding the College 2. Campus Beauty and Feel 3. Career Outcomes 4. Class Size 5. Clubs, Sports and Extracurricular 6. College Rankings 7. College…

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Pro Tips for Effective Writing and Communication 40:28

22d ago40:28

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In this episode, Chief Growth Officer at Scoir, Ashley Smith, and former Dean of Admission, Peter Van Buskirk chat all things effective communication! Whether you're a college-bound student writing your college essay or heading into the workforce and want to sharpen your skills, we're sharing our tips for breaking out of the 5 paragraph essay and s…

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YCBK 477: Do You Need to Tell A College If You Drop a Course In the Middle of The 12th Grade 1:12:46

22d ago1:12:46

1:12:46

In this episode you will hear: (02:20) In The News Mark and Julia discuss whether a student needs to tell a college if they drop a course in the senior year after reporting that they would be taking the course in the 12th grade? (08:22) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and M…

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YCBK 477: Do You Need to Tell A College If You Drop a Course In the Middle of The 12th Grade 1:12:46

28d ago1:12:46

1:12:46

In this episode you will hear: (02:20) In The News Mark and Julia discuss whether a student needs to tell a college if they drop a course in the senior year after reporting that they would be taking the course in the 12th grade? (08:22) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and M…

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YCBK 476: 7 Reasons Colleges Are Under Attack And They Fear Their Enrollment Is Going To Decline 1:00:40

1M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

In this episode you will hear: Mark explains the different versions of Direct Admissions. Direct Admissions had so much buzz at the NACAC conference. Rank these from 1 to 30 according to what is most important to you in a college 1. Area Surrounding the College 2. Campus Beauty- 3. Campus is contained, protected, and distinct from the area outside …

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YCBK 476: 7 Reasons Colleges Are Under Attack And They Fear Their Enrollment Is Going To Decline 1:00:40

25d ago1:00:40

1:00:40

In this episode you will hear: Mark explains the different versions of Direct Admissions. Direct Admissions had so much buzz at the NACAC conference. Rank these from 1 to 30 according to what is most important to you in a college 1. Area Surrounding the College 2. Campus Beauty- 3. Campus is contained, protected, and distinct from the area outside …

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YCBK 475: Do Colleges See Your Senior Year Grades When They Make Admission Decisions 1:24:27

29d ago1:24:27

1:24:27

In this episode you will hear: (03:36) In The News Mark and Julia discuss whether colleges see your senior year grades when they made admissions decisions (17:26) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stucker and they answer a question about the use of video submission i…

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YCBK 475: Do Colleges See Your Senior Year Grades When They Make Admission Decisions 1:24:27

1M ago1:24:27

1:24:27

In this episode you will hear: (03:36) In The News Mark and Julia discuss whether colleges see your senior year grades when they made admissions decisions (17:26) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stucker and they answer a question about the use of video submission i…

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YCBK 474: Direct Admissions Is Spreading Rapidly But There Are So Many Versions of Direct Admissions 41:34

1M ago41:34

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In this episode you will hear: Mark explains the different versions of Direct Admissions. Direct Admissions had so much buzz at the NACAC conference. Rank these from 1 to 29 according to what is most important to you in a college 1. Area Surrounding the College 2. Campus Beauty- 3. Campus is contained, protected, and distinct from the area outside …

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YCBK 474: Direct Admissions Is Spreading Rapidly But There Are So Many Versions of Direct Admissions 41:34

1M ago41:34

41:34

In this episode you will hear: Mark explains the different versions of Direct Admissions. Direct Admissions had so much buzz at the NACAC conference. Rank these from 1 to 29 according to what is most important to you in a college 1. Area Surrounding the College 2. Campus Beauty- 3. Campus is contained, protected, and distinct from the area outside …

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YCBK 473: Why Is The Common App Asking My Student About Her Future Plans After College 1:07:11

1M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

In this episode you will hear: (10:50) In The News Mark and Julia discuss SlideRoom, what is it and what tips do we have for students using SlideRoom? (21:40) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stucker and they answer several questions from a mom who wants to know, wh…

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YCBK 473: Why Is The Common App Asking My Student About Her Future Plans After College 1:07:11

1M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

In this episode you will hear: (10:50) In The News Mark and Julia discuss SlideRoom, what is it and what tips do we have for students using SlideRoom? (21:40) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stucker and they answer several questions from a mom who wants to know, wh…

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YCBK 472: If a College Doesn’t Use Test Scores In Decisions, Does it Hurt To Send High Scores 45:52

1M ago45:52

45:52

In this episode you will hear: Mark answers a question from a high school senior, if I did very well on my test scores and I am applying to colleges that do no use tet scores, is it okay if I let them know my scores in a clever way; Erin Wolfe, 18 Reasons why aid awards are all over the place from one school to another; Mark interviews Erin Wolfe P…

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YCBK 472: If a College Doesn’t Use Test Scores In Decisions, Does it Hurt To Send High Scores 45:52

1M ago45:52

45:52

In this episode you will hear: Mark answers a question from a high school senior, if I did very well on my test scores and I am applying to colleges that do no use tet scores, is it okay if I let them know my scores in a clever way; Erin Wolfe, 18 Reasons why aid awards are all over the place from one school to another; Mark interviews Erin Wolfe P…

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YCBK 471: How To Know If A College Your Student Is Interested In Is Struggling Financially 1:06:10

1M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

In this episode you will hear: (06:50) In The News Mark and Julia discuss why some colleges are moving away from requirinteacher recommendations. (28:10) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stucker and they answer a question, how can I know if the college I am interest…

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YCBK 471: How To Know If A College Your Student Is Interested In Is Struggling Financially 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

In this episode you will hear: (06:50) In The News Mark and Julia discuss why some colleges are moving away from requirinteacher recommendations. (28:10) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stucker and they answer a question, how can I know if the college I am interest…

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YCBK 470: 17 Reasons Why What a Student Is Asked To Pay Varies So Much From College to College-Part 2 57:56

2M ago57:56

57:56

In this episode you will hear: Mark shares a tip about applying Early Action. Mark lists the top California colleges that stood out in 20 categories. Erin o Mark interviews Erin Wolfe Part 2-Preview ² Friends, part 2 is going to really get deep in the weeds on how financial aid works as Erin continues to give reasons why if a student gets in six sc…

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YCBK 470: 17 Reasons Why What a Student Is Asked To Pay Varies So Much From College to College-Part 2 57:56

2M ago57:56

57:56

In this episode you will hear: Mark shares a tip about applying Early Action. Mark lists the top California colleges that stood out in 20 categories. Erin o Mark interviews Erin Wolfe Part 2-Preview ² Friends, part 2 is going to really get deep in the weeds on how financial aid works as Erin continues to give reasons why if a student gets in six sc…

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YCBK 469: Should You Send Support An AP Score of 5 To A Highly Selective College 1:23:41

2M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

In this episode you will hear: (02:06) In The News Mark and Andy Stricker (Dean of Admissions at Connecticut College) discuss how does athletic recruiting work for students who are applying to selective colleges. 7 of 7 (18:34) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stuck…

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YCBK 469: Should You Send Support An AP Score of 5 To A Highly Selective College 1:23:41

2M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

In this episode you will hear: (02:06) In The News Mark and Andy Stricker (Dean of Admissions at Connecticut College) discuss how does athletic recruiting work for students who are applying to selective colleges. 7 of 7 (18:34) Question from a listener: Our Roundtable is back; this time it is Hillary Dickman, Vince Garcia, Susan Tree and Mark Stuck…

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Season 10 Premiere 19:56

2M ago19:56

19:56

Season 10 kicks off with exciting news and an audible sneak preview. (And that, dear listener, is what folks in the business call a teaser.) The ALP is supported by RHB. Music arranged by Ryan AnselmentBy Ken Anselment

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YCBK 468: 17 Reasons Why What a Student Is Asked To Pay Varies So Much From College to College 54:20

2M ago54:20

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In this episode you will hear: Mark shares 5 takeaways from this 13 visits so far that he wants listeners to think about when visiting college Mark shares 28 Factors to Rank, from 1-26, according to what is important to your student and your family when you are building a college list 1. Most important factors: Take some time to look at the 28 fact…

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YCBK 468: 17 Reasons Why What a Student Is Asked To Pay Varies So Much From College to College 54:20

2M ago54:20

54:20

In this episode you will hear: Mark shares 5 takeaways from this 13 visits so far that he wants listeners to think about when visiting college Mark shares 28 Factors to Rank, from 1-26, according to what is important to your student and your family when you are building a college list 1. Most important factors: Take some time to look at the 28 fact…

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YCBK 467: How Athletic Recruiting Works at Selective Universities-Part 6 of 7 1:02:31

2M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

In this episode you will hear: (04:40) In The News Mark and Andy Stricker (Dean of Admissions at Connecticut College) discuss how does athletic recruiting work for students who are applying to selective colleges. 6 of 7 (22:48) Question from a listener: Kevin Newton answers a second question from Dale from Virginia about how International Universit…

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YCBK 467: How Athletic Recruiting Works at Selective Universities-Part 6 of 7 1:02:31

2M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

In this episode you will hear: (04:40) In The News Mark and Andy Stricker (Dean of Admissions at Connecticut College) discuss how does athletic recruiting work for students who are applying to selective colleges. 6 of 7 (22:48) Question from a listener: Kevin Newton answers a second question from Dale from Virginia about how International Universit…

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YCBK 466: A Creative Idea To Help You Build A Customized Way of Evaluating Colleges 36:40

2M ago36:40

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In this episode you will hear: 1. Most important factors: Take some time to look at the 27 factors to the left and rank the following things that matter a lot to some students and pick the 10 things from this list that matter the most to you and rank them from 1st to 10th, according to what you value the most in the college you select, 1st means, “…

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YCBK 466: A Creative Idea To Help You Build A Customized Way of Evaluating Colleges 36:40

2M ago36:40

36:40

In this episode you will hear: 1. Most important factors: Take some time to look at the 27 factors to the left and rank the following things that matter a lot to some students and pick the 10 things from this list that matter the most to you and rank them from 1st to 10th, according to what you value the most in the college you select, 1st means, “…

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YCBK 465: David Graves Does a Two Hour Deep Dive on The University of Georgia-Part 1 of 5 1:03:18

2M ago1:03:18

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In this episode you will hear: In The News Mark and Andy Stricker (Dean of Admissions at Connecticut College) discuss how does athletic recruiting work for students who are applying to selective colleges. 5 of 7 Question from a listener: Kevin Newton answers a question from Dale from Virginia about how International Universities look at IB courses …

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YCBK 465: David Graves Does a Two Hour Deep Dive on The University of Georgia-Part 1 of 5 1:03:18

2M ago1:03:18

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In this episode you will hear: In The News Mark and Andy Stricker (Dean of Admissions at Connecticut College) discuss how does athletic recruiting work for students who are applying to selective colleges. 5 of 7 Question from a listener: Kevin Newton answers a question from Dale from Virginia about how International Universities look at IB courses …

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YCBK 464: One Way To Reduce The Stress Of The College Admissions Process 49:05

2M ago49:05

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In this episode you will hear: Mark shares 16 college admission To Do’s that once you complete them, they will reduce your stress Vince interviews Sarah Lovely, an expert in admissions and the arts. 4 of 5 Preview of part 4 ² Sarah continues discussing dance majors and she talks about students who want to dance for a dance company ² Sarah gives in …

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YCBK 464: One Way To Reduce The Stress Of The College Admissions Process 49:05

2M ago49:05

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In this episode you will hear: Mark shares 16 college admission To Do’s that once you complete them, they will reduce your stress Vince interviews Sarah Lovely, an expert in admissions and the arts. 4 of 5 Preview of part 4 ² Sarah continues discussing dance majors and she talks about students who want to dance for a dance company ² Sarah gives in …

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YCBK 463: Why Colleges Tell an Athlete They Have a Roster Spot But Then They Back Out 1:21:28

2M ago1:21:28

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(06:28) In The News Mark and Andy Stricker (Dean of Admissions at Connecticut College) discuss how does athletic recruiting work for students who are applying to selective colleges. 4 of 7 (31:39) Question from a listener: Mark flies solo to answer a question he is getting asked a lot: Which activities do I include in my application? (46:20) Interv…

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