Your College Bound Kid | Admission Tips, Admission Trends & Admission Interviews

Mark Stucker

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Admission Tips, Admission Trends & Admission InterviewsAdmission Interviews Our mission is to "make college knowledge available to all." Each Thursday, the "Your College-Bound Kid" podcast will discuss a hot college topic in the news; we will answer a question or two that listeners send in, we will interview a "thought leader" in the world of college admissions, and do a "deep-dive," we call Spotl... more

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	500	Founded	8 years ago
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YCBK 625: Does Taking a Gap Year Increase Your Chances of Getting in College

In this episode you will hear: (02:35) In our Question from a Listener-Carter joins me to ask a question from a college counselor from New York who wants to know if taking a gap year increases a student's chances of college admission. (29:02) Mark in... more

26 Mar 2026 • 1 hr 18 min

YCBK 624: 15 Questions to Ask When Deciding Who To Ask for a Teacher Rec

In this episode you will hear: Mark shares 15 questions to ask yourself when you are trying to decide who to ask for your teacher recommendation Interview-Student Athlete Advisors-Part 4 of 4 o Our 4 experts answer three questions that one listener s... more

23 Mar 2026 • 51 min

YCBK 623: Do Colleges Treat an A at a Rigorous HS the Same as an A at a Typical HS

In this episode you will hear: (02:08) In Our Question from a Listener-Hilary joins me to ask a question about how colleges can use GPA to evaluate students when the high schools can vary so much in rigor, selectivity and grade inflation. (25:01) Mar... more

19 Mar 2026 • 1 hr 5 min

YCBK 622: Tips Athletes Need If They Want to Play Their Sport in College-Part 3

In this episode you will hear: Mark shares insights from a few articles that discuss which jobs AI will displace and which ones AI will not replace. Mark shares what is going on with changes ot the University of Florida and their admission policy Int... more

16 Mar 2026 • 58 min

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Recent Guests

Barbara Kalmas

Counselor and advocate focused on student mental health and language in admissions

Counseling/CBO programs (svcs for underserved communities)

Episode: YCBK 623: Do Colleges Treat an A at a Rigorous HS the Same as an A at a Typical HS

Grace Robertson-Lloyd

Associate Director, Grinnell College; Regional admission officer in Denver

Grinnell College

Episode: YCBK 621: What Can I Learn from a College Based on How They Communicate with Me

Katie Anderson

Based in Dana Point, California; co-founder of Student Athlete Advisors; college counselor

Student Athlete Advisors

Episode: YCBK 618: Tips Every Athlete Needs If They Want to Play Their Sport in College

Joe Slater

Sacramento-based college counselor and former baseball coach

Student Athlete Advisors

Episode: YCBK 618: Tips Every Athlete Needs If They Want to Play Their Sport in College

Amy Bryant

Based in Decatur, Georgia; former Emory University coach

Student Athlete Advisors

Episode: YCBK 618: Tips Every Athlete Needs If They Want to Play Their Sport in College

Reed Meyer

Houston, Texas-based; IEC professional; former pitcher

Student Athlete Advisors

Episode: YCBK 618: Tips Every Athlete Needs If They Want to Play Their Sport in College

Stephen Burd

Senior Writer and Researcher at New America

New America

Episode: YCBK 617: How Is Boston University Different From All The Colleges in Boston

Kelly Walter

Associate Vice President of Enrollment and Dean of Admissions at Boston University

Boston University

Episode: YCBK 617: How Is Boston University Different From All The Colleges in Boston

Elliot Felix

Author of The Connected College

Episode: YCBK 613: What Do Colleges Think About Students That Just Want to Play Video Games?

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Mark Stucker

Founder and Producer, actively involved in bringing diverse college admission insights to listeners.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 442 ratings

Great College Admissions Podcast
I found this podcast a few months ago, and I’ve listened to a bunch of the current and past episodes. I appreciate the way Mark and the other hosts break down a big process into smaller pieces. My daughter is currently a junior, so I’ve taken a bunch of notes! Thanks for all you do!
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ilgirl51
United States2 months ago
YCBK ROCKS!
As an IEC I follow a lot of companies and podcasts. The ones I trust snd respect are listed on our website for our students. YCBK has been in the #1 spot now for almost 600 episodes! Thank you Mark and your amazing team!
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GoAKALA
United States5 months ago
Best College Admissions Podcast
I love YCBK podcast. It is an interesting listen and covers a full range of topics. The hosts are very personable. They give great insight into the college admissions process. I am constantly referencing their podcast when other parents are looking for info. Very timely topics with honest insights. Highly recommend!
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CometgirlK
United States7 months ago
So angry…. Remove your IEC episode!!
I am writing as a listener, parent of an autistic/ADHD son, and IEC, who loves working with neurodivergent students.
I am writing with unbelievable disappointment and anger with the latest episode about IECs. It was wildly misinformed and harmful to all families, particularly those that have children with different/specific/special needs.
My son is autistic and has ADHD and I believe it is important to validate parents who want additional support for their children and offer options for them ... more
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greensami3
United States8 months ago
Absolutely Shocked
I’m writing as a listener and a parent of two students in college who graduated from an independent day school in Southern California. Both of my children worked closely with two different experienced and highly ethical independent educational consultants (IECs), and I can say without hesitation that these professionals provided more consistent, personalized, and supportive guidance than what was available through their school-based counselor—despite her being capable and well-intentioned.
That... more
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FloatDownTheLiffy
United States9 months ago

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The conversational style of the hosts makes complex information more accessible and engaging.

Listeners appreciate the practical and knowledgeable approach to college admissions, highlighting the informative discussions and expert insights.

While many find the content extremely valuable, there are mentions of disagreements with specific opinions presented in some episodes.

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Apple Podcasts	#30	United States/Kids & Family/Education for Kids
Apple Podcasts	#143	United States/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#90	Canada/Kids & Family/Education for Kids
Apple Podcasts	#217	United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Education for Kids
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YCBK 623: Do Colleges Treat an A at a Rigorous HS the Same as an A at a Typical HS

Q: Hi, YCBK team. Quick questions about grades. I've heard that 70 to 80% of kids in the United States are getting A's... is that A the same as at a more rigorous school?

The differentiation is more nuanced; transcripts alone don't tell the whole story. It's about the context, the school's rigor, the rest of the application, and holistic review to determine true readiness and fit.

YCBK 621: What Can I Learn from a College Based on How They Communicate with Me

Q: Can you extrapolate from how personal or impersonal a college is when they recruit you, what the experience will be like when you actually get there?

The panel discusses that you should look for warmth, personal attention, and active engagement as indicators of a college culture that will care for students once enrolled; it's not just about the recruitment phase but about ongoing responsiveness and the campus environment.

YCBK 622: Tips Athletes Need If They Want to Play Their Sport in College-Part 3

Q: How direct should students be with coaches about their level of interest?

Be direct but respectful; show genuine interest, but rely on coach responses and progress in the recruitment process rather than pressing too hard for a ranking.

YCBK 619: How Can I Tell If a College Has a Commuter School Culture?

Q: How can I tell if a campus has a commuter culture beyond statistics?

Ask current students or recent grads, use Zoom with ambassadors, check social media and campus events, and consider the housing requirements and weekend activity patterns to gauge whether life centers on campus or elsewhere.

YCBK 617: How Is Boston University Different From All The Colleges in Boston

Q: What is financial aid leveraging and why is it controversial?

It is a strategy where colleges use all available financial aid to attract certain students, often aiming to improve rankings and net tuition revenue, which can leave low-income families with larger funding gaps and increased reliance on Parent PLUS loans.

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