
Let’s give the college planning game an Ol’ College Try—together. New episodes every Thursday at 12PM ET. Ol’ College Try is your go-to podcast for students, families, and educators ready to tackle the college planning process with confidence. Hosted by Matt Carpenter, Co-Founder of College Aid Pro, and Peg Keough, Director of Education, each episode breaks down the ins and outs of financial aid, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 67 | Founded | a year ago |
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Are you planning college visits but not sure where to start? In this episode, host Peg Keough sits down with CAP financial aid expert Jonathan West to break down everything families need to know about college visits — from sophomore year exploratory ... more
What if the biggest mistake families make in the college process happens before they even apply?
In this episode, Matt sits down with College Aid Pro expert and former USC Director of Financial Aid, JP Schmidt, for an inside look at how colleges rea... more
In this episode of The Ol' College Try Podcast, host Peg Keough sits down with admissions expert Jenna Schebell to pull back the curtain on what really happens after students submit their college applications.
Before diving into the admissions conve... more
Making your final college decision? You’ve got a number—but do you actually have a plan to pay it?
In this episode, Matt and Peg tackle your biggest end-of-month Q&A just days before the May 1 deadline. From 529 strategies to student loans and finan... more
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Thanks so much College Aid Pro for finally moving into the podcast space. I’m at a point in my life where I cannot sit down and watch webinars in the evenings, but I’ve appreciated these weekly updates I can listen to on the go. I appreciate your up to date information and breaking down the latest news. I hope that in the future, you will begin to cover some of your webinar topics in these podcasts. You have a wealth of knowledge, and I appreciate you sharing it with us in this format. My only c... more
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Two hosts guide families, students, and educators through the college funding maze with practical advice on financial aid, loans, scholarships, and planning. Episodes mix how-tos, Q&A, and timely updates on federal rules, aid formulas, and private funding options, often illustrated with real-family anecdotes. The show stands out for translating complex financial aid topics into actionable steps, featuring diverse guests from education, scholarships, and admissions, and maintaining a candid, personable tone that many listeners appreciate for staying up-to-date without the overwhelm.
Compared with peers, this program tends to emphasize proactive planning, transparent budgeting, and negotiation with financial aid offices, making it helpful fo... more
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Recent guests on Ol' College Try include:
1. JP Schmidt
2. Jenna Schebell
3. Dr. Jason Slone
4. Mike Hunsberger
5. Mark Hernandez
6. Jocelyn Pearson
7. Lisa Burfine
8. Mike Hinderman
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