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Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

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Planning for college? Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to learn what colleges are really looking for and how to highlight your hard-won achievements for the best chance at success. Every week, we gather former admissions and financial aid officers as well as other expert guests for candid, behind-the-scenes talk. New episodes drop every Thursday.

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Join host Dina Birmingham for an episode focused on life after your undergraduate career by thinking about preparing for graduate school and understanding the financial realities of advanced degrees.

In the first segment, Dina welcomes Career Couns... more

Join host Ian Fisher for a special episode devoted entirely to insights from the recent NACAC Conference in Minneapolis. Ian is joined by College Coaches Kyra Tyler and Abigail Anderson as they reflect on thought-provoking discussions from one of the... more

Join host Kyra Tyler for an informative look at the journey to becoming a physician, from identifying as a pre-med student in high school to planning for the significant financial investment required for medical school.

First, Kyra sits down with C... more

Join host Dina Birmingham for a comprehensive introduction to the U.S. Service Academies. From the unique admissions process to the opportunities these institutions offer, this episode provides valuable insights for students and families considering ... more

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Recent Guests

Abigail Anderson
College admissions counselor at Bright Horizons College Coach
Bright Horizons College Coach
Episode: What Happens at NACAC... Gets Shared on the Podcast
Mary Sue Youn
College Coach counselor and former admissions officer at Barnard College and Whittier College
Bright Horizons College Coach
Episode: A Healthy Dose of Pre-Med Advice
Lauren DiProspero
College Coach counselor and former undergraduate admissions officer at Stanford, Columbia and the University of San Francisco
Bright Horizons College Coach
Episode: A Healthy Dose of Pre-Med Advice
Michelle Smoley
Director of personal and college finance at Bright Horizons College Coach and former financial aid director at Mayo Clinic
Bright Horizons College Coach
Episode: A Healthy Dose of Pre-Med Advice
Alison Hildenbrand
Senior Manager from the Educational Counseling Team
College Coach / Bright Horizons College Coach
Episode: At Your Service: All About Service Academies
Erica Hoff
Senior Manager of Educational Counseling
College Coach / Bright Horizons College Coach
Episode: At Your Service: All About Service Academies
Hailey Barthold
Education Finance Counselor
College Coach / Bright Horizons College Coach
Episode: At Your Service: All About Service Academies
Gloria Crawford
Co-founder and COO at InitialView
InitialView
Episode: Let's Talk About It: College Admission Interviews
Nat Feikes
Former senior admission officer at Brown University
Brown University / College Coach
Episode: Let's Talk About It: College Admission Interviews

Hosts

Ian
Host of Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
Dina
New host introduced on the show; frequently participates in hosting segments
Sally Ganga
Lead host with recurring role across multiple episodes; co-hosts and guest moderator

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 311 ratings
  • Great information

    Very helpful podcast with knowledgeable hosts and guests. I found a nugget in every single episode. I’ve listened to for my college bound teenager.

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    Lifesabre
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very informative

    We learned about the Olin college of engineering from your podcast. It was not on our list of prospective schools, but we visited while we were in Boston looking at other schools, then mentioned it to our college counselor, and he said she should apply. which she did, and was thrilled to have been accepted. She loves it so far. This would never have happened but for your podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hogan894
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful resource for students and families

    The podcast consistently offers valuable insight into each aspect of the college admissions process, including paying for college. Highly recommend for students and their families, regardless of their particular situation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imurt75
    United States3 years ago
  • Less and less helpful - better options don’t than this

    They brag 100 % of their clients get into college - not a high bar at all ! Biased advice

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SPFather
    United States3 years ago
  • Topics could be better older pods were better

    new hosts could use more experience

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nathalie in Connecticut
    United States3 years ago

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Audience enjoys guest variety and real-world examples.
Many comment on the breadth of topics from admissions to financing.
Growing appreciation for updates on policy changes and FAFSA.
Listeners praise the practical, helpful guidance and actionable takeaways.
Some feel the show is biased toward certain providers or methods.

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What Happens at NACAC... Gets Shared on the Podcast
Q: What they actually think it means is that authentic is a type. It is an image. It is a projection. It is a script to follow that if you're being authentic, you're being a certain type of way.
Ian explains that students can interpret authenticity as a reproducible look shaped by social media and peer expectations. The group says counselors and parents can help by asking whether students genuinely like their choices and application writing, instead of pushing them toward a formula.
What Happens at NACAC... Gets Shared on the Podcast
Q: What are the conversations that we're having? And what are the topics that we're exploring?
Kyra describes sessions on university processes, student populations, and managing admissions offices, along with opportunities for professionals to exchange ideas and learn from one another.
A Healthy Dose of Pre-Med Advice
Q: What would you say the ballpark is for someone who is attending their flagship public institution at the undergrad level and a med school?
Michelle estimates that the total can reach well over $500,000 at full price, depending on school choices and scholarships, and describes average indebtedness around $400,000.
A Healthy Dose of Pre-Med Advice
Q: What is pre-med?
It is usually an advising track and a set of courses and experiences for students interested in medical school, not a required major. Students can major in many subjects while completing medical school prerequisites.
At Your Service: All About Service Academies
Q: Could you give us a quick overview of what a Service Academy entails and which schools are included?
Service Academies are the US Naval Academy (Annapolis), Coast Guard Academy (New London), Military Academy (West Point), and Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs); they require an early, multi-step process including nominations and interviews, and they integrate education with a military commitment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

What is Getting In: A College Coach Conversation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers practical guidance for families navigating college admissions and financing, with episodes centered on financial aid basics, application logistics, and campus culture. Hosts and expert guests break down complex topics—like FAFSA changes, the Common App rollover, waitlists, and rollouts of new student aid policies—into actionable steps for planning, budgeting, and choosing the right fit. A notable strength is the blend of admissions experience and financial planning, often featuring practitioners from Bright Horizons College Coach and guest higher-ed leaders. Listeners can expect bite-sized insights across topics, plus real-world anecdotes about college life, costs, and strategies to maximize opportunities at selective and... more

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1. Abigail Anderson
2. Mary Sue Youn
3. Lauren DiProspero
4. Michelle Smoley
5. Alison Hildenbrand
6. Erica Hoff
7. Hailey Barthold
8. Gloria Crawford

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