Your College Bound Kid | Admission Tips, Admission Trends & Admission Interviews

In this episode you will hear: (11:36) In this week's news segment, an article from The New York Times, "The End of College as We Knew It", by Frank Bruni. The public is skeptical that courses of study like the humanities and social sciences lead to jobs. This is making colleges drop these courses because the demand is just not there. We discuss the deleterious impact this will have on society because these subjects are foundational for us to live in a more humane society where we understand each other. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/04/opinion/sunday/coronavirus-college-humanities.html (30:39) We are in Chapter 127 of 171 Answers and we discuss whether paying for college is the student's responsibility or the parent's. (50:47) This week's question from a college counselor in North Carolina and she wants to know how Mark advises his students to answer the new question on the common application about COVID-19. (01:09:20) Mark concludes his interview with Vanessa Didyk, CEO of Zeemee, a company that let's students share their stories and connect with college communities. (01:17:11) Recommended resource: The Book; Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admissions." Jeffrey Selingo (01:27:12) College spotlight: Morehouse College Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! To access and best utilize the transcripts of each podcast, please do the following: Go to yourcollegeboundkid.com Click the Transcripts tab, from the top menu by the Episodes tab Click on the transcript for the specific episode you are interested in, just click on the image or by the word "Transcript" You will see a Share icon, a download option, a link to Apple podcast and you will see a magnifying glass Use the magnifying glass to search for any word. If that word was used in the episode, it will show up, highlighted in yellow. You will also see a timestamp so you can see the exact minute and second this word was spoken. If you click the word highlighted in yellow, the podcast player will start playing right at that word. You can stop it from playing by clicking the pause button. Note: The transcription accuracy is about 90%, so you will see some spelling errors and errors in translation going from voice to print. We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (06:13) In this week's news segment, an article from The Atlantic, "Colleges Are Deluding Themselves", by Michael Sorrell. The President of Paul Quinn College, Sorrell, makes the case on why colleges should not cloud their judgement on reopening this fall, based on financial and reputational worries. https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/colleges-that-reopen-are-making-a-big-mistake/611485/ (34:33) We are in Chapter 126 of 171 Answers and Mark discusses the repayment options for federal loans and why it is important to communicate with your loan service provider. (49:08) This week's question is from Larissa in Colorado. How important should the salary data for graduates be, when I am evaluating colleges? (01:00:46) Mark continues his interview with Vanessa Didyk, CEO of Zeemee, a company that let's students share their stories and connect with college communities. This is part 3 of 4 (01:06:50) Recommended resource: The website: https://joinpack.app/ This website lets you know what the fall re-opening plans are for almost 300 colleges. It is updated multiple times in one day (01:17:13) College spotlight: Virginia Tech University (https://vt.edu/) Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! To access and best utilize the transcripts of each podcast, please do the following: Go to yourcollegeboundkid.com Click the Transcripts tab, which is on the left side, by the Episodes Tab Click on the transcript for the specific episode you are interested in, just click on the image or by the word "Transcript" You will see a Share icon, a download option, a link to Apple podcast and you will see a magnifying glass Use the magnifying glass to search for any word. If that word was used in the episode, it will show up, highlighted in yellow. You will also see a timestamp so you can see the exact minute and second this word was spoken. If you click the word highlighted in yellow, the podcast player will start playing right at that word. You can stop it from playing by clicking the pause button. Note: The transcription accuracy is about 90%, so you will see some spelling errors and errors in translation going from voice to print. We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (13:25) In this week's news segment, an article from Forbes.com, "New Evidence Documents That A College Degree Pays Off – By A Lot", by Michael Nietzel. The College Board has published its latest report about the economic benefits of higher education, showing the strong correlation between more education and larger earnings. https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaeltnietzel/2020/01/15/new-evidence-documents-that-a-college-degree-pays-off-by-a-lot/#2e2665863a98 (31:02) We are in Chapter 125 of 171 Answers and Mark describes the ways in which federal loans are better than private student loans. (58:32) It is time again for bonus content and Mark walks us through how to use LinkedIn to search schools and find out where their graduates are being hired. He also shows us what degrees are the most common from each institution. Finally, Mark shows us how you can research a company you are interested in and you can learn where they are hiring from. Mark believes that LinkedIn is a gold mine and that it should be part of the college research that every students and parent does. (01:20:29) Mark continues his interview with Vanessa Didyk, CEO of Zeemee, a company that let's students share their stories and connect with college communities. (01:28:42) Recommended resource: A great article by Shannon Insler of Student Loan Hero on the 8 best private student loans. https://studentloanhero.com/featured/best-private-student-loans/ (01:37:18) College spotlight: Rose Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana. (https://www.rose-hulman.edu/) Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! To access and best utilize the transcripts of each podcast, please do the following: Go to yourcollegeboundkid.com Click the Transcripts tab, which is on the left side, by the Episodes Tab Click on the transcript for the specific episode you are interested in, just click on the image or by the word "Transcript" You will see a Share icon, a download option, a link to Apple podcast and you will see a magnifying glass Use the magnifying glass to search for any word. If that word was used in the episode, it will show up, highlighted in yellow. You will also see a timestamp so you can see the exact minute and second this word was spoken. If you click the word highlighted in yellow, the podcast player will start playing right at that word. You can stop it from playing by clicking the pause button. Note: The transcription accuracy is about 90%, so you will see some spelling errors and errors in translation going from voice to print. We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (21:49) In this week's news segment, an article from Providence Journal, "Brown University Will Cut 11 of Its Varsity Sports", by Bill Koch. 150 student athletes and 7 coaches will be impacted by Brown's decision to cut 11 of its varsity sports for the 2020-2021 academic year. The decision will result in roughly $500,000 to reallocate to the university's budget. Mark and Dave discuss multiple reasons why Brown may have been prompted to make this decision. https://www.providencejournal.com/sports/20200528/brown-university-will-cut-11-of-its-varsity-sports (39:02) We are in Chapter 124 of 171 Answers and Mark gives 15 reasons why the Federal Direct Loan is unquestionably the best loan that almost all students are eligible for. Mark and Anika go one by one and briefly discuss all 15 of these reasons. (01:05:15) This week's question is from Brendan in Atlanta and he wants to know if it ever makes sense to ask a college faculty member at a school that you are applying to, to write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. Mark answers this question but he also shares some other ways to tap into a faculty member you may know at a school you are applying to. (01:18:34) Mark kicks off his interview with Vanessa Didyk, CEO of Zeemee, a company that let's students share their stories and connect with college communities. Zeemee is an incredible service for prospective students and current students. (01:29:35) Recommended resource: The book, "The College Stress Test" (01:38:44) College spotlight: Union College in Schenectady, NY (https://www.union.edu/) Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (17:52) In this week's news segment, an article from The New York Times, "The 'Public' in Public College Could Be Endangered", by Kevin Carey. As the pandemic drills deeper into the budgets of public institutions, states are having to take even more drastic approaches to funding. Mark and Dave discuss what the consequences of states reducing their appropriations to colleges would mean for students and for colleges. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/05/upshot/public-colleges-endangered-pandemic.html If you really enjoyed this topic, we also discussed the impact state cuts are having on Episode 97. Here is a link to that episode: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/2019/12/05/ycbk-97-why-is-efc-so-important/ (40:01) We are in Chapter 123 of 171 Answers and Mark runs down what he really thinks about the Parent PLUS loan. He shares about a dozen reasons he is concerned about the Parent PLUS loan but he closes by saying when he thinks the Parent PLUS loan can make sense. (01:06:27) This week's question is from Josie in FL, and she wants to know how having multiple kids in college at the same time impacts what she will have to pay for college for each student. (01:18:12) Mark continues his interview with Carmen Chavez, a 12th grader from Miami, in: Reflections on my college admissions process, Part III. Carmen shares what she did right and what she would change about the college process. (01:25:52) Recommended resource 1: The Chronicle of Higher Education is tracking what each school's plans are for the fall. They have an alphabetized list of schools with a hyperlink taking you to their plans and the best news is, they are updating it pretty much every day. Here is the link: https://www.chronicle.com/article/Here-s-a-List-of-Colleges-/248626 Recommended resource: 2 Parent Loan Repayment Calculator https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/loans/parent-loan-repayment (01:39:55) College spotlight: Drexel University (Drexel.edu) Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (06:05) In this week's news segment, an article from Los Angeles Times, "UC Makes Landmark Decision to Drop ACT/SAT Requirement for Admissions", by Teresa Watanabe . A unanimous decision made by the UC regents voted to suspend SAT and ACT testing requirements through 2024. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-05-21/uc-drops-sat-and-act-test-requirement-for-admission (39:51) We are in Chapter 122 of 171 Answers and we are explaining what the Parent PLUS loan is. Anika asks Mark her frequently asked questions about the Parent PLUS loan and Mark answers them. (01:01:51) This week's question is from Patrice and she wants to know of any advice for juniors on activities they could do this [COVID-19] summer to help them stand out on admissions applications. (01:17:39) Mark continues his interview with Carmen Chavez, a 12th grader from Miami, in: Reflections on my college admissions process, Part II Carmen shares where she applied and whether she was admitted and where she was wait listed Carmen also reflects on what she would do differently if she had to do a search all over again Carmen talks about something that so impressed me that it made me say, Carmen, can I interview you about this Recommended resource: The Chronicle of Higher Education is tracking what each school's plans are for the fall. They have an alphabetized list of schools with a hyperlink taking you to their plans and the best news is, they are updating it pretty much every day. Here is the link: https://www.chronicle.com/article/Here-s-a-List-of-Colleges-/248626 (01:36:55) College spotlight: UMass Amherst (umass.edu) Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (19:03) In this week's news segment, an article from Inside Higher Ed, "More Scrutiny of Legacy Admissions", by Kery Murakami. Since the Varsity Blues scandal, preferential treatment in admissions for children of alumni has come under renewed scrutiny. Should legacy admissions be impermissible? Mark and Dave discuss the article and debate the topic. https://www.insidehighered.com/admissions/article/2020/02/24/bloomberg-proposal-renews-debate-over-legacy-admissions (52:09) We are in Chapter 121of 171 Answers and Mark gives us his formula for knowing how much student loan debt a family should take on. Mark reveals the two extreme views when it comes to debt and he explains the flaws he finds in both of these extreme perspectives. (01:10:01) This week's question is from Greg in NY and he wants to know if pre-college summer programs are worth the money and if they will help his child get into the school they want to attend. (01:29:08) Mark kicks-off his interview with Carmen Chavez, a 12th grader from Miami, in: Reflections on my college admissions process, Part I (01:36:08) Recommended resource: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/ Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (16:42) In this week's news segment, an article from The New York Times, "Check This Box if You're a Good Person", by Rebecca Sabky. A college admissions professional at Dartmouth College talks about having to navigate the applications of thousands of talented students that all seem to become indistinguishable. Her ideal candidate embodies kindness above all – a trait that is almost impossible to determine on paper. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/04/opinion/check-this-box-if-youre-a-good-person.html (45:18) We are in Chapter 120 of 171 Answers and Mark describes the TEACH Grant and how aspiring teachers can qualify for close to $4,000 per year of their undergraduate degree. (01:01:44) It is time this week for our bonus content segment and Mark shares 14 ways the college admissions process may be different for the current high school juniors due to COVID-19. (01:38:55) Mark continues his interview with the final segment with Vincent Garcia: Understanding the 23 Colleges in the California State University System, Part IV. There will not be a College Spotlight because Vince's interview is in fact a spotlight on the 23 universities that make up the CSU system. (01:48:03) Recommended resource: http://coplac.org/ The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges Mark also recommended an article by Forbes about college students can get refund money through the Cares Act. My own daughter got $500 back. We were going to do an "In the News" discussion on this but we want to get this information to you right away. https://www.forbes.com/sites/susanadams/2020/04/16/how-college-students-can-get-stimulus-cash/#36d47acf7485 Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (11:42) In this week's news segment, an article from USA Today, "Amid coronavirus layoffs, high school seniors are too uncertain to commit to a college", by Chris Quintana. Colleges have rolled back the traditional May 1 deadline for students to declare their attendance, to June 1. It may be months before colleges know who their students will be, as COVID-19 has caused many job losses for families. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2020/05/01/coronavirus-college-decision-day-2020-fall-semester-seniors/3056314001/ (47:39) We are in Chapter 119 of 171 Answers and Mark explains the FSEOG, The Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, exclusively awarded to low income families. Mark answers many of the FAQs about FSEOG. (01:04:12) This week's question is from Micky in MA, a high school junior who wants to know when she should start her personal statement essay. Many answers this question and he also gives listeners a few tips about what to do in your Personal Statement (01:15:37) Mark continues his interview with Vincent Garcia: Understanding the 23 Colleges in the California State University System, Part III Vince and I discuss how grade point averages are calculated at CSU schools and Vince talks about the CSU eligibility calculator I ask Vince if you can predict CSU decisions in advance) I ask Vince if colleges admit into the University, into a school or college or if they admit by major I ask Vince to explain impacted colleges and programs in case anyone missed our segment last week with Vince I ask what a student can do to get into an impacted program when you are at a college? Vince gives some tips for transfer students who want to attend a CSU university I ask Vince how out of state status impacts the admission process at CSU schools (01:23:17) Recommended resource: the Gap year Research Consortium at Colorado College: https://sites.coloradocollege.edu/gapyearresearchconsortium/ No College Spotlight this week because we don't do college spotlights when our interview is a deep dive into a college or a series of college by a current or former admission officer. Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"

In this episode you will hear: (20:38) In this week's news segment, an article from Lilah Burke of Inside Higher Ed, "The Big If'. The article looks at how colleges are beginning to telegraph what their plans are for the fall. Mark and Dave discuss the five main different approaches that colleges are planning on taking for the fall. Mark and Dave discuss each of these five approaches and they give their thoughts on each approach. (49:11) We are in Chapter 118 of 171 Answers and Mark explains the history and context of the Pell Grant. Mark shares how individuals qualify and disqualify for the funding. The answer may surprise you. (01:10:15) This week's question is from Eric in CO and he wants to know how involved he should be in selecting the colleges that his child applies to. Mark and Anika have a robust discussion about the appropriate role and the inappropriate role for parents in selecting the college list for their kids. (01:26:33) Mark continues his interview with Vincent Garcia, TITLE: Understanding the 23 Colleges in the California State University System, Part II I ask Vince if CSU schools can compete with UC schools at matriculating students Vince and I talk about the graduation rates at the CSU schools Vince talks about what it means for a campus to have a lot of impacted majors and what should you do when the programs you are interested in are impacted We talk about the advantages of starting out at community college if you want to go to a CSU or a UC school or the private California colleges (01:37:48) We have 3 recommended resources this week: https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/use-the-data and https://virtual.gotocollegefairs.com/ and https://www.applerouth.com/blog/admissions-testing-policy-updates-in-response-to-covid-19/ The first resource is a link to help you access IPEDS data that you can use to assess the financial health of each school. The second resource is a huge online college fair and conference from May 4th through May 6th. The final resource is a list of test optional schools that is being updated daily. (01:47:09) College Spotlight: University of Arizona (https://www.arizona.edu/) Don't forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to: questions@yourcollegeboundkid.com If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! We are excited to give our listeners a chance to play a role in shaping what topics we discuss, so please send us your ideas for college spotlights, articles for discussion and recommended resources. You can let your voice be heard by completing this survey. Just put the following link in your browser and give us your honest feedback. We thank you in advance. https://tinyurl.com/YourCollegeBoundKid Every episode of Your College-Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy go to Amazon and click: https://smile.amazon.com/171-Answers-Most-Asked-Admission-Questions/dp/0692953477/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=171+answers&qid=1568305805&s=books&sr=1-1 If you want to place a bulk order, you will save money by purchasing this book at 171answers.com. Every penny goes to The Atlanta Mission, a Christian organization that helps over 1000 homeless residents every day. If you want to see what future episodes will discuss in the book chapter section, just go to 171answers.com and then click the red button "See exactly what 171 Answers covers"