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College Admissions Insider
Bucknell University
104 episodes
2 weeks ago
Send us a text Submitting your application is the ultimate way you'll tell a college you want in. But that's just the end of the story. In the years before you apply, many admissions offices will be on the lookout for something called demonstrated interest. In this episode, we talk about why demonstrated interest has become increasingly important in recent years, what counts as meaningful engagement, and what students should and shouldn't do as they try to stand out. Our guest is Kevin Mathes...
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Send us a text Submitting your application is the ultimate way you'll tell a college you want in. But that's just the end of the story. In the years before you apply, many admissions offices will be on the lookout for something called demonstrated interest. In this episode, we talk about why demonstrated interest has become increasingly important in recent years, what counts as meaningful engagement, and what students should and shouldn't do as they try to stand out. Our guest is Kevin Mathes...
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Education
Kids & Family,
How To,
Parenting
Episodes (20/104)
College Admissions Insider
Episode 94: Demonstrated Interest
Send us a text Submitting your application is the ultimate way you'll tell a college you want in. But that's just the end of the story. In the years before you apply, many admissions offices will be on the lookout for something called demonstrated interest. In this episode, we talk about why demonstrated interest has become increasingly important in recent years, what counts as meaningful engagement, and what students should and shouldn't do as they try to stand out. Our guest is Kevin Mathes...
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3 weeks ago
18 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 93: Crushing the College Interview
Send us a text The application is the main way colleges and universities get to know you as an applicant. But it's not the only way. At some schools, students are invited to share their story in-person through an admissions interview. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll learn why interviews are valuable in the admissions process, what you can do to practice and prepare, and how building interviewing skills can benefit you in the future. Our guest is Alison Slater, founder of ...
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1 month ago
22 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 92: Attending College Far From Home, Pt. 2
Send us a text For some students, college is just a short drive away. For others, it means crossing time zones, states or even coasts. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we’re diving into what it’s really like to attend a college far from home. From culture shock to homesickness to learning how to fly solo (literally and figuratively), we’re sharing stories and insights that can help you decide just how far you’re willing — or excited — to go. Our guests are Bucknell students Clar...
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3 months ago
20 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 91: Attending College Far From Home, Pt. 1
Send us a text For some students, their dream school might be right down the road. While for others, it's a road trip, train or plane ride away. On today's episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll talk about attending school far from home, what that means for your college search, and more importantly, your college experience. Our guest is with my colleague Cameron Walsh, a regional associate director of admissions at Bucknell. Read a transcript for this episode If you have a que...
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4 months ago
21 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 90: How to Use Outcomes in Your College Search
Send us a text When so much of the college search is about what you'll do during university, it can be easy to push off what comes after until, well, after. But knowing what graduates go on to accomplish can be a powerful tool when deciding which schools are on your list. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're diving into outcomes. We'll discover how universities manage and share outcomes data, the best time to start thinking about careers, how parents and families can bes...
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5 months ago
25 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 89: Building Your College List
Send us a text Whether you're just now thinking about college or have been visiting campuses for months, there's a step in the college process that all students arrive at: Building a college list. With thousands of colleges and universities in the U.S., choosing the ones you'd like to attend can feel like a tall order. Good news is you don't have to do it alone. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll discuss how to find schools that match your interests, how to organize th...
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5 months ago
23 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Minisode: Waitlists
Send us a text Spring is officially here, and with it, those long-awaited responses from college admissions. You may think there's only two options. “Congrats, you're in,” or, “We regret to inform you.” But plenty of students will receive a third message, offering them a spot on the waitlist. In this minisode, we'll chat about the most important tips for navigating that outcome. Read a transcript for this episode. If you have a question, comment or idea for a future episode, email podcast...
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6 months ago
10 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 88: Community-Based Organizations
Send us a text From Google to mobile apps to podcasts like this, there are countless resources out there to help students find the school that's right for them and craft a strong application. Many students might find that the ultimate college support is right in their own backyard. On today's episode of College Admissions Insider, we're exploring community-based organizations. We'll define what community-based organizations are, who they serve and the difference they can make in a...
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8 months ago
19 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 87: Pre-College Programs
Send us a text Websites, brochures and social media can only tell you so much about what a college is like. While visiting in person is an excellent way to get a feel for campus life, there are even more immersive opportunities. Today on College Admissions Insider, we're diving into pre-college programs. We'll learn what pre-college programs offer prospective students, what the experience looks like at Bucknell, and how it can help you decide where you'd like to attend. Our guests are Carri...
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9 months ago
20 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 86: Tackling the Application Essay
Send us a text Tell us about a challenge you faced and how you overcame it. Reflect on a moment when your actions made a difference for others. Describe one of your passions and why it lights you up. These aren't just ideas for your next journal entry. They're prompts you might see when you sit down to write your college essay — one of the only places on the application where students use their own voice to tell an admissions committee about themselves. In this episode of College ...
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10 months ago
28 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 85: Breaking down the FAFSA and CSS Profile
Send us a text There's no shortage of acronyms in higher education, but perhaps none are more important for prospective students than FAFSA and CSS. For students and families seeking financial aid, these are the essential forms you'll need to submit. Today we'll break down these financial aid forms, the differences between them and some tips for using the FAFSA and CSS to secure aid at the schools on your list. Our guest is Erin Wolfe, Director of Financial Aid at Bucknell. Read a transcri...
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11 months ago
34 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Minisode: Minimum Requirements for College
Send us a text In this minisode of College Admissions Insider, Brooke and Becca dive into minimum requirements. You'll learn what minimum requirements are, how they might differ between schools, and ways that you can ensure you're on the right preparation track for college. Read a transcript for this episode If you have a question, comment or idea for a future episode, email podcast@bucknell.edu. Please note: Information presented in this episode was accurate at the time of recording, but may...
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1 year ago
12 minutes

College Admissions Insider
(Re-air) Episode 5: Writing a Killer College Application Essay
Send us a text At schools like Bucknell that receive thousands of applications every year, there’s a good chance some applicants will have similar grades, academic rigor, and extracurricular involvement. But there's a place where applicants can stand out — something guaranteed to be found in their application and no other. We're talking about the college essay — an applicant's best opportunity to show colleges who they are. Writing a great college application essay doesn't have to be an int...
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1 year ago
31 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 84: A Parent Perspective from Admissions Professionals
Send us a text While it may be the student who gets admitted to college in the end, they aren't the only ones with a hand in the process. From those initial Google searches to campus visits and beyond, parents and families are discovering and learning right alongside their student. On this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're taking a closer look at the parent and family experience. We'll talk about the role that parents and families play in the college search process. Our g...
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1 year ago
19 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 83: Attending a 4-year College Abroad
Send us a text No two college journeys are the same. For some, it might mean attending college right in their hometown, while others might travel halfway or even to the other side of the country for school. Then, there are those who take their education beyond borders. At the request of one of our listeners, in this episode of College Admissions Insider, we are exploring options for attending college outside of the US. We'll learn where students can begin researching schools, how admissions c...
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1 year ago
20 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Minisode: What to Pack
Send us a text After choosing where to enroll, the next major decision in the college process is, “What is going to live with you in your home away from home?” In this College Admissions Insider minisode, we're sharing some tips and considerations to keep in mind when packing for your first year of college. Read a transcript for this episode If you have a question, comment or idea for a future episode, email podcast@bucknell.edu. Please note: Information presented in this episode was accurate...
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1 year ago
8 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 82: Inside the Mind of an Application Reader
Send us a text If you've been listening to College Admissions Insider for a while, the title of this episode might ring a bell. In some of our early episodes, we invited real admissions counselors here to talk about how reading applications really works. Today, we're doing it all again. We'll be chatting about the process front to back — and then some. Our guest is Kevin Mathes '07, associate vice president and dean of admissions at Bucknell. Read a transcript for this episode If you have a q...
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1 year ago
27 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 81: Tips for Choosing a Major
Send us a text Your grades, extracurriculars and essay responses paint a picture of who you are. But there's another part of your application that colleges and universities pay special attention to: your intended major. On this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're providing tips on identifying the primary discipline you'll study throughout your four years. We'll discuss when students should start thinking about their major, what your intended major tells a university and how it...
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1 year ago
13 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Episode 80: Making the Most of a Visit
Send us a text There's only so much you can learn about a school from Google. One of the best ways to get to know a college is to experience it for yourself. An in-person visit can push a college into dream school territory, or send it falling off your list entirely. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're exploring how you make the most of a college visit from the options available to setting it up and beyond. Our guest is Chris Rowe, admissions specialist for daily campus vi...
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1 year ago
18 minutes

College Admissions Insider
(Re-air) Episode 19: Planning a College Visit Road Trip
Send us a text When exploring colleges, there's only so much you can do online. At some point, you have to see these places for yourself — all five, 10 or 30 schools on your list. Unless a family member has unlimited vacation days (or a teleportation machine), the only way to realistically visit multiple schools in a reasonable amount of time is by planning a college visit road trip. But how do you organize one of these info-gathering trips? How can you keep all these visits straight in yo...
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1 year ago
24 minutes

College Admissions Insider
Send us a text Submitting your application is the ultimate way you'll tell a college you want in. But that's just the end of the story. In the years before you apply, many admissions offices will be on the lookout for something called demonstrated interest. In this episode, we talk about why demonstrated interest has become increasingly important in recent years, what counts as meaningful engagement, and what students should and shouldn't do as they try to stand out. Our guest is Kevin Mathes...