
The College Admissions Process Podcast
Welcome to "The College Admissions Process Podcast," your ultimate resource for navigating the journey to higher education while receiving application tips and other college advice. I am your host, John Durante, and I am here to introduce you to college admissions representatives, and other professionals in the field of college admissions. Our purpose is to serve you the students and parents, so that you may gain insight straight from the people who ultimately make the decisions. Regardless of whether you will apply to a particular school being highlighted in a given podcast episode, you should listen to all of them, as each guest will give you tremendous insight and advice on every aspect of the college admissions process.
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Latest episodes

Oct 18, 2023 β’ 32min
167. University of California - San Diego - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Pamela Franco - Admissions Officer
UC San Diego Admissions------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Oct 16, 2023 β’ 39min
166. University of Pennsylvania - Sara Cohen & Barkley Barton
University of Pennsylvania - Admissions & AidIn this episode of "The College Admissions Process Podcast," we had the privilege of speaking with Sara Cohen and Barkley Barton, admissions representatives from the renowned University of Pennsylvania. Join us as we dive deep into the world of college admissions and gain invaluable insights into what sets UPenn apart from other institutions and how students can navigate the admissions process successfully.Segment 1: Overview of the University of PennsylvaniaHistory, Mission, ValuesWhat sets UPenn apartKey highlights of the institutionSegment 2: Popular Academic and Extracurricular ProgramsUPenn's most sought-after programsUnique and renowned examples of academic and extracurricular offeringsSegment 3: Secrets to UPenn's High Retention RateThe magic behind a 95% retention rateStrategies to attract and keep students happySegment 4: Holistic Application Review ProcessOverview of UPenn's comprehensive approachKey components, deadlines, and requirements for applicantsSegment 5: Transcript EvaluationThe pivotal role of transcripts in the applicationDifferences based on the student's intended majorSegment 6: Deferred vs. Waitlisted: What's the Difference?Understanding what deferred and waitlisted meanHow interested students can improve their chancesSegment 7: Teacher Recommendations and Personal EssaysImportance in the application processTips for crafting compelling essays and securing strong recommendationsSegment 8: Supplemental QuestionsUPenn's supplemental questions and their purposeGaining unique insights into studentsSegment 9: Standardized Testing PoliciesUPenn's stance on SAT/ACT scoresRecent changes and adaptations in light of evolving testing landscapeSegment 10: Evaluating Students with Varying AP OfferingsAddressing disparities in AP course availabilityHow the evaluation process differs for these studentsSegment 11: Financial Aid and ScholarshipsUPenn's approach to financial aidNavigating the application process and available resourcesSegment 12: Expert Advice for College AdmissionsParting words of wisdom for students and parentsPreparing for a successful college admissions journeyThank you for joining us in this enlightening episode as we unravel the mysteries of the University of Pennsylvania's admissions process and gain expert advice for prospective students and their families. Stay tuned for more episodes of "The College Admissions Process Podcast"!----------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ---------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Oct 11, 2023 β’ 27min
165. Columbia University School of General Studies (GS) - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Matthew Rotstein - Director of Admissions
Columbia University School of General Studies - Admissions ------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Oct 9, 2023 β’ 19min
164. Florida Gulf Coast University - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Yasmin Galindo - Admissions Counselor
Florida Gulf Coast University Resources:FGCU - Merit AwardsFGCU - Grandparent WaiverFGCU - Undergraduate AdmissionsVisit FGCU------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Oct 4, 2023 β’ 45min
163. University of New Hampshire - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Mahmoud Sowe - Senior Assistant Director of Admissions
University of New Hampshire - Undergraduate AdmissionsUNH Admissions Application & RequirementsUNH Accessibility Services----------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Oct 2, 2023 β’ 35min
162. Le Moyne College - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Dr. Timothy Lee - Vice President for Enrollment Management
Le Moyne College - Undergraduate Admission------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Sep 27, 2023 β’ 38min
161. Seton Hall University - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Katherine Fainer - Director of Admissions
Seton Hall - Admissions------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Sep 25, 2023 β’ 1h 3min
160. Siena College - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Anthony Pelliccia - Associate Director of Admissions & Athletic Department Recruitment Coordinator
Siena College AdmissionsContact Anthony Pelliccia: apelliccia@siena.edu------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Sep 20, 2023 β’ 29min
159. Glion & Les Roches - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Riana Pizzi - Admissions Representative
Riana Pizzi -North east education counselor for Les Roches and GlionDo you dream of earning your degree in Europe? Join our upcoming webinar to find out what itβs really like to live and study with us in Switzerland, or Spain, the UK & France from 4 admissions experts, plus get answers to all your questions about student life abroad. Register now to reserve your place.https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3939966211648332118Glion Institute of Higher Education www.glion.eduLes Roches Global hospitality Education www.lesroches.eduscholarshipowl.com------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com

Sep 18, 2023 β’ 16min
158. Loyola Maryland University- Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Joann Wang - Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment
Loyola University Maryland - Admissions------------------------------π This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores. For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com π―πβ-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:π Get the Print Copy Hereπ Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with LinksClick Here To Join The Podcast Email Listwww.collegeadmissionstalk.com