Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

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.

Earning & Learning During Holiday Breaks; The Engineer’s Guide: Finding Your Perfect Fit 11/20/2025

College Admissions In The Media; Putting Merit In Your College List 11/13/2025

Questbridge Scholarships; Glimpse Videos; Does Your College Essay Need a Hook? 11/06/2025

Don't Be Scared To Hit Submit On Early Apps; Making The Bone-Chilling Decision To Apply Early Action; Financial Aid Frights: Avoiding The Ghoulish Mistakes 10/30/2025

The Cal State Application; University of California PIQ's; Federal & Private Education Loans: Credit Underwriting Differences 10/23/2025

What's Supp, Columbia, Barnard and University of Chicago; Understanding Financial Aid Acronyms 10/16/2025

Studying Abroad: Parent POV; Tackling Tough Supplements; Financial Focus Areas for Seniors 10/09/2025

ArborBridge Standardized Testing Updates; Harvey Mudd & CalTech Essay Strategies; CSS Profile Tips 10/02/2025

Experimenting With Extracurriculars; Social Media in the Admissions Process; FAFSA Facts You Need to Know 09/25/2025

Rethinking Popular Majors; Funding Career & Trade Programs 09/18/2025

Demonstrated Interest: What Colleges Really Want; Supplemental Essays: What’s the Point?; One Big Beautiful Bill’s Impact on Student Loans 09/11/2025

Part-Time Jobs, Lifelong Impact; Admission Interview Tips; One Big Beautiful Bill Finance Updates 09/04/2025

Jenny West Anderson, Author of The Disengaged Teen 08/28/2025

President of Kettering University; Getting Organized for the School Year; Saving Smart at College Orientation 08/21/2025

Debating a Liberal Arts Education: Relevance, Demise, and the Financial Upside 08/14/2025

What’s Happening in Higher Ed; Exploring AI Through Academic Lenses; Making College Dreams Financially Real 08/07/2025

Landscape for International Students: Conversation with Founders of Elite Scholars of China; Attending College in California? 07/31/2025

Interested in Law School?; Myth-Busting Law School; Tips for Your Scholarship Search 07/24/2025

Wellesley College Deep Dive: Benefits of a Women's College; Setting Financial Aid Expectations 07/17/2025

College Admissions Changing Landscape; College Options in Hawaii; Tips on Saving for College 07/10/2025

The Best College Traditions; Listener Questions with College Admissions and Finance 07/03/2025

Navigating Top Scholarships: Insights from Experts; Student Loan Repayment Options 06/26/2025

Kris Crummet's Alternative Path to Music; Exploring Majors & Careers pt. 2; Mastering Interviews 06/19/2025

College Admissions in the Media: What's Hollywood and What's Accurate; How to Secure a Job on Campus 06/12/2025

Common App Essay Tips; Important Supplemental Essays; Interest-Free Ways to Pay for College 06/05/2025

Creating Your Common App Activity List; Colleges NOT Accepting Common App; National 529 Plan Day! 05/29/2025

Considering a Summer Job?; Dr. Christie Fox of Westminster University; Approaching College as a Student with Disabilities. 05/22/2025

Kyra Tyler Inaugural Show; What To Ask An Admissions Officer; First Year Abroad Programs & It's Affordability 05/15/2025

College Research Tips; Government Resources For Career Searches; What Is NIL? 05/08/2025

Meet Our Newest Team Members; Trends Seen In The Past Admission Cycle 05/01/2025