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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast

Amy Seeley & Mike Bergin
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Welcome to THE college admissions industry podcast! Join Mike Bergin and Amy Seeley as they discuss the latest issues in testing, admissions, learning, and education with leading experts. Tests and the Rest is perfect for parents, students, counselors, educators, test prep professionals, college consultants, and just about anyone engaged in the college admissions process. You can subscribe to this... more

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Most college-bound teens tend to focus on core English, history, science, and math classes as the keys to the schools of their dreams. Little do they know how important or influential their language studies can be. Amy and Mike invited educator Rachè... more

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The choices a high schooler makes about how to spend their time outside of classes tell prospective schools a lot about what kind of college student they'll be. However, in terms of admissions, not all activities are created equal. Amy and Mike invit... more

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What if your PDFs could grade and track themselves? with educator Jam Mirzakhalov

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Believe it or not, over one-third of college students transfer at least once while earning their degree. So why do so many students assume their first school will be their forever school? Amy and Mike invited college advisor Jaime Smith to share insi... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Marlena Corcoran
Founder of Athena Mentor International University Admissions Counseling
Athena Mentor International University Admissions Counseling
Episode: 686. BEST & WORST EXTRACURRICULARS FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS
Jam Mirzakhalov
Founder of StudySpaces, a platform designed to enhance study efficiency for students through AI-generated questions.
StudySpaces
Episode: 685. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: STUDYSPACES
Jaime Smith
Certified educational planner and college advisor specializing in transfer admissions
Episode: 684. HOW TO PLAN FOR YOUR COLLEGE TRANSFER
Ed Recker
Director of high school relationship management at Sallie Mae with over 20 years of experience in financial aid and enrollment industry
Sallie Mae
Episode: 683. WHAT DO FEDERAL POLICY CHANGES MEAN FOR FINANCIAL AID?
Matthew Jaskol
Co-founder of Pioneer Academics committed to empowering young scholars.
Pioneer Academics
Episode: 682. CULTIVATING AND RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC CURIOSITY
Dave Peterson
Scholarship coach who assists families in navigating scholarship applications
Scholarship GPS
Episode: 680. SCHOLARSHIPS, MAJORS, AND HOW CLARITY CAN UNLOCK MORE COLLEGE AID
Lisa Marker-Robbins
Career coach focusing on guiding students aged 15 to 25 in finding their purpose
Flourish Coaching
Episode: 680. SCHOLARSHIPS, MAJORS, AND HOW CLARITY CAN UNLOCK MORE COLLEGE AID
Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Hillhouse
Independent educational consultant and founder of Hillhouse College and Career Advising
Hillhouse College and Career Advising
Episode: 678. HOW PARENTS CAN SUPPORT (NOT DERAIL) THE COLLEGE PROCESS
Peter Pitts
Retired college admissions professional with over 42 years of experience
Monmouth College, author
Episode: 677. How Ikigai Can Help To Choose a College Major

Hosts

Amy Seeley
President of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP, helping students to succeed in all kinds of tests from eighth grade to grad school.
Mike Bergin
President of Chariot Learning, helping students with tests, school, and life.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Great Show!

    Mike and Amy are knowledgeable and entertaining hosts and bring on a variety of great guests! A must-listen if you are preparing for college or have a child who is!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johntheoptimist
    United States3 years ago
  • Experts

    Amy and Mike are skillful hosts—they ask the right questions to get the best out of their guests. Both the interviewers and interviewees are knowledgeable, so I learn from all of them in every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anznhshdgsvjs
    United States4 years ago
  • Great resource for parents, educators, and tutors

    Amy and Mike do a phenomenal job of bringing in experts who can easily distill their messages into memorable chunks. Each podcast feels like a conversation between friends instead of an interview — a true testament to the hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VM112358
    United States4 years ago
  • Amy and Mike are experts in their field

    With 50 years of experience between them, Amy and Mike know the right questions to ask their guests. Every episode is smart, on point and professional. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greg Langston
    United States4 years ago
  • Reliable advice from experts

    I have been working full time as an SAT/ACT/AP/TOEFL/IELTS (LMNOPQ) Tutor for over 20 years. The podcast has excellent guests who are invested in this industry not to make a fast buck but to provide real help to parents, students and tutors alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrotteau
    Canada4 years ago

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Hosts Mike and Amy are knowledgeable and entertaining, bringing in a variety of expert guests, making it a must-listen for college admissions preparation.
The hosts ask great questions and leverage their experience to extract valuable insights from their guests, making every episode informative.
The podcast is highlighted as a reliable resource for students, parents, educators, and tutors seeking insights into college admissions and testing.
Listeners appreciate the friendly conversational style, noting that it feels more like a chat between friends than a rigid interview.

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685. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: STUDYSPACES
Q: How do you see StudySpaces integrating with in-person tutoring?
It's more useful online, but it encourages assigning homework digitally, saving time and costs on printing.
685. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: STUDYSPACES
Q: How might somebody implement using StudySpaces into their practice?
They can transform their Google Drive PDFs into a scalable practice platform for tutoring.
683. WHAT DO FEDERAL POLICY CHANGES MEAN FOR FINANCIAL AID?
Q: Are there improvements to the FAFSA process that people should know about?
Yes, the FAFSA process has been simplified to require only a parent's email address for the application invite.
683. WHAT DO FEDERAL POLICY CHANGES MEAN FOR FINANCIAL AID?
Q: How might these policy changes affect students already enrolled in college?
Students previously receiving race-based scholarships may face challenges as universities reassess financial aid offerings to comply with new rulings.
683. WHAT DO FEDERAL POLICY CHANGES MEAN FOR FINANCIAL AID?
Q: What are some of the biggest federal policy changes impacting students right now?
The Supreme Court decision affecting race-based admissions and scholarships, along with caps on indirect costs for grants, are significant changes.

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1. Dr. Marlena Corcoran
2. Jam Mirzakhalov
3. Jaime Smith
4. Ed Recker
5. Matthew Jaskol
6. Dave Peterson
7. Lisa Marker-Robbins
8. Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Hillhouse

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