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The college admissions landscape is undergoing massive change. Our mission is to help you navigate these changes and get into your dream school. We give you tips and tactics for mastering the college admissions process, from application essays, to acing the ACT and SAT exams, to campus visits, mental health, and much more. Whether you’re just starting your college search or ready to submit your ap... more

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What really matters beyond the college brochure? Howard Freedman, founder of Financial Aid Consulting, has been helping applicants get financial aid for over 20 years. In this episode, Howard shares his insights on what to look for during campus tour... more

Test-optional doesn’t mean test-irrelevant. Eric Rath is the founder of Rath Tutoring and an experienced educator and test preparation expert. For over two decades, Eric has helped students strengthen their academic skills, build confidence, and deve... more

Do you know your teenager as well as you think? Danny Ruderman has been a college counselor for over 25 years, helping thousands of students around the world get into top colleges. He is the author of The Ultimate College Acceptance System and his ne... more

What should you actually be thinking about when choosing colleges? Steph Shyu is the founder of Admitsee, a crowdsourced database of college applications, including college applications, essays, and reviews from thousands of students. In this episode... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Rath
Founder of Rath Tutoring, test-prep expert with ~22 years in the field
Rath Tutoring
Episode: College Admissions in 2026: Do SAT and ACT Scores Still Matter?
Danny Ruderman
Independent college counselor
Independent practice
Episode: What college counselors know about teenagers that parents don’t
Steph Shyu
Founder and CEO of Admitsee
Admitsee
Episode: Hidden factors in choosing schools
Lance Morgan
Founder of College Funding Secrets
College Funding Secrets
Episode: The Hidden Financial Decisions That Can Make College More Expensive
Nat Crawford
Education consultant focusing on English prep and college admissions
Improve Your English; Elite STEM Coach
Episode: College admissions essays in the age of AI
Kathy Hart
Independent educational consultant with JRA Educational Consulting, part of Score At The Top family
JRA Educational Consulting / Score At The Top
Episode: Why some high-achievers underperform on standardized tests
David Blobaum
CEO of Summit Prep, focuses on SAT/ACT tutoring
Summit Prep
Episode: The Future of College Readiness
Louis Newman
Former dean and head of academic advising at Carleton College; ran academic advising at Stanford
Stanford University, Carleton College
Episode: Preparing for college in high school (what you can do now to succeed)
Wendy Raynor
ACT-SAT tutoring company founder; Consultation on accommodations
WRH College Prep and Accommodation Simplified
Episode: How to get testing accommodations for the SAT & ACT

Hosts

Cassandra
Host focusing on interview guidance and topic framing for shifts in college admissions
Tyler
Host of the show and interviewer, aligned with Achievable brand and college prep partnerships

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Not good at all

    I listened to one episode on preparation for the night before and morning of the ACT. It was basic and generic info. Sure it was good but “Don’t go to a party or drink alcohol.” Ummm, ok, wow, I really didn’t see that one coming.

    I tried a second episode on ACT error logs. The host couldn’t even pronounce the word Potomac. I mean WOW! How on earth do I get college prep info from a dude that can’t pronounce Potomac.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sealord11
    United States3 years ago
  • The best college info podcast out there

    Love Taylor, the host, his guests are amazing college experts, super useful info that I was not able to find anywhere else, absolute gold, highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    .~.
    United States4 years ago

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The Hidden Financial Decisions That Can Make College More Expensive
Q: What are some strategies beyond saving in a 529 to increase financial aid eligibility?
Consider legitimate tax strategies to reduce reported income, asset repositioning, and understanding how different schools treat losses and AGI. Also, selecting schools that offer more free aid can significantly affect affordability.
The Hidden Financial Decisions That Can Make College More Expensive
Q: When should families start planning for college funding?
It's never too early; ideally start before birth, but practically many clients begin in high school. Early planning helps avoid paying more later and allows exploration of strategic options like recognizing how aid may change with different decisions.
The Hidden Financial Decisions That Can Make College More Expensive
Q: What are the biggest misconceptions families have about saving for college and financial aid?
The main issue is focusing on the amount of money rather than the structure of paying for college, including how assets, income, and aid interact, and recognizing that the cost is driven by the payment method as much as the sticker price.
College admissions essays in the age of AI
Q: Could proctored essays become a standard to verify writing ability?
Yes, some schools may implement proctored essays with identity checks and live responses to assess the student's own writing ability, complementing traditional essays and other application components.
College admissions essays in the age of AI
Q: What are colleges saying about essay writing in the age of AI?
Colleges, including Yale and Princeton, view AI-generated essays as potentially dishonest or lacking authenticity; they emphasize digging into the student's own voice and ideas, and warn that AI can undermine the individuality that admissions committees look for.

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