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College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.

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Are you trying to understand how financial aid actually works, how to get into the best fit college, why some students receive merit scholarships, or how families can pay for college without jeopardizing retirement?

On the College Knowledge Podcast, we break down the financial side of college—how colleges price tuition, how financial aid packages are built, and how families make smart decisions a... more

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In this episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, host Joe Kerns sits down with renowned sociologist Dr. Sara Goldrick‑Rab to uncover the real drivers behind rising college costs and the policies shaping higher education today.

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In this episode of College Knowledge, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns are joined by Tim Griesdorn, Ph.D., an associate professor of finance, for a practical conversation on optimizing college financial planning.

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Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group. In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns (Joe the College Pro) sit down with Harry J. Holzer, a leading expert ... more

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🎓 In this episode of College Knowledge, co-hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns welcome Melissa A. Rowe, M.Ed., author of Scholars Get Dollars and founder of Capture Greatness! Scholarship & College Coaching. With over a decade of experi... more

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Sara Goldrick-Rab
Sociologist, founder of Real College Movement, author of Paying the Price
Episode: 173. The True Cost of College & Why the System Is Broken | Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab
Timothy Griesdorn
Associate Professor of Finance, Tom Benson Endowed Chair for Finance
University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX
Episode: 172. Optimizing College Financial Planning | Insights from Dr. Tim Griesdorn
Harry J. Holzer
John Lafarge Jr. SJ Professor of Public Policy, McCourt School of Public Policy, Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: 171. Education, AI, and the Future of Jobs | Insights from Harry J. Holzer
Mike Nietzel
Senior Forbes contributor; former university president
Forbes
Episode: 169. Navigating College Economics: Higher Ed Financial Stability with Dr. Mike Nietzel
Jamie Smith
Author of The Complete Guide to College Transfer; certified education planner
Transfer Savvy (transfersavvy.com)
Episode: 168. Navigating College Transfers with Jaime Smith
Dr. Robert Zemsky
Chair of the Learning Alliance for Higher Education; longtime higher-ed scholar
University of Pennsylvania; College-in-3 initiative
Episode: 167. Rethinking College: Innovation & Reform with Dr. Robert Zemsky
Dave Becker
CEO and co-founder of CampusESP
CampusESP
Episode: 166. Enhancing Parent Engagement in Higher Education with Dave Becker
Cole Frank
Co-founder of UFlex, platform for student remote work
UFlex
Episode: 165. UFlex: Remote Jobs for College Students with Cole Frank
Dale Bittinger
Assistant Vice Provost at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County
UMBC
Episode: 164. Enrollment Management and Student Success with Dale Bittinger

Hosts

Dave Kozak
Host of College Knowledge Podcast; frequent discussions on admissions, financial aid, and college pricing.
Joe Kerns
Co-host of College Knowledge Podcast; guides families through admissions timelines, financial planning, and navigating the college search.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Love it

    I appreciate the quick hits of news and the fun/positive story at the end. I appreciate the black history segments but would love if black/minority stories were intertwined more often!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    iRecklessEbony
    United States3 years ago
  • Fun and informative

    Fun, informative, and down to earth. Dave and Joe do a great job of bringing things to light and helping families understand more about the college process and potential majors.

    I wish this was around years ago!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kerinsmom
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic resource for parents and students alike!

    College is a serious choice that needs to be really carefully considered. Joe and David do a great job of offering great content and an enjoyable interview format! Looking forward to further episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChuckFanUK
    United States4 years ago

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Audience finds interviews informative and approachable, helping families understand complex topics.
Viewers value actionable tips on FAFSA, financial aid, and debt management for college planning.
Listeners appreciate quick, practical takes on news and the college process.

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157. Decoding College Admissions: Expert Insights with Jeff Selingo, Author of Dream School
Q: How should families handle early commitments and potential merit aid offers from colleges?
Be cautious about committing too early; negotiate and compare offers, and use early deadline incentives as leverage while aiming for lines of communication that ensure you don't leave money on the table.
157. Decoding College Admissions: Expert Insights with Jeff Selingo, Author of Dream School
Q: What is the core message of Dream School in practical terms for families?
The book reframes dream schools as fits—academic, social, and financial—and emphasizes broadening the search beyond prestige to include schools that offer strong mentorship, outcomes, and affordability.
157. Decoding College Admissions: Expert Insights with Jeff Selingo, Author of Dream School
Q: How did your career shape your views on how families should approach college admissions?
Jeff explains he started in high-visibility national outlets and saw how misperceptions and lack of transparent data affect families, which motivated him to push for clearer, more actionable information and mentorship in the process.
165. UFlex: Remote Jobs for College Students with Cole Frank
Q: What exactly does UFlex do, and is it only for students or can local companies also participate?
UFlex connects college students with businesses for short‑term projects and longer‑term jobs, offering paid, flexible work that aligns with students' schedules; it can deliver local or remote opportunities based on employer needs and student preferences.
165. UFlex: Remote Jobs for College Students with Cole Frank
Q: So start at the beginning for me, tell me how the origin story of UFlex began.
The idea came from observing a friend who left a low‑paying campus job and realizing college students can and should have access to flexible, paid work that fits their schedules, which inspired the creation of a platform to connect students with real projects and jobs.

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This show focuses on the economics of higher education, including how financial aid is designed, how tuition is priced, and how families can plan for college without compromising retirement. Episodes frequently feature higher-ed policy experts, finance professors, and admissions/college-planning professionals who translate complex pricing, aid, and enrollment strategies into practical guidance for families and students. Notably, the program often pairs policy commentary with actionable tips on FAFSA, CSS Profile, financial planning, and college selection, making it a useful resource for listeners navigating finance-heavy admissions decisions. A consistent strength is tying outsize costs to real-world outcomes and providing frameworks for ev... more

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1. Sara Goldrick-Rab
2. Timothy Griesdorn
3. Harry J. Holzer
4. Mike Nietzel
5. Jamie Smith
6. Dr. Robert Zemsky
7. Dave Becker
8. Cole Frank

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