Getting into college isn’t just about grades. It’s about finding the right fit emotionally, socially, and academically. In this episode, Dr. Pamela Ellis shares how families can approach the high school-to-college transition with more clarity, less stress, and renewed confidence. From building trust with your teen to letting go of outdated expectations, you’ll walk away with a fresh perspective on what success really looks like for them and for you.

What to expect in this episode:

The overlooked framework that helps teens find their perfect college fit
Why believing in your kid might matter more than their GPA
The surprising reason parents struggle most with letting go
What many families get wrong about gap years and how to use them right
How to support your teen’s independence without losing your influence

About Dr. Pamela Ellis
Dr. Pamela is the founder of Compass College Advisory and a Stanford-educated expert in the high school-to-college transition. With decades of experience as a researcher, advisor, and parent, she helps families navigate the college admissions process with confidence, clarity, and heart. Known as “The Education Doctor,” Dr. Ellis empowers complex kids and their parents to find the right college fit without the stress.

Connect with Dr. Pamela

Website: Compass College Advisory
LinkedIn: Pamela Ellis, PhD, MBA

Get Dr. Pamela Ellis’s free College Confidence Blueprint by messaging “blueprint25” on LinkedIn.

Related Links:

It’s All About Control: Are You Ready?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-135-its-all-about-control-are-you-ready/id1565976964?i=1000634092094
Helping Young Adults get back on Track https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-144-helping-young-adults-get-back-on-track/id1565976964?i=1000641123620
Parenting & Hope: Helping Kids Navigate an Uncertain Future
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-186-parenting-hope-helping-kids-navigate-an/id1565976964?i=1000674953062

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