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Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
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 fo...
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Direct Admissions Demystified: Insights from Pacific Lutheran University
Today's podcast is very exciting because host Ian Fisher will be interviewing Hillary Powell, Director of Admissions at Pacific Lutheran University, t...
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation - January 15th, 2026
Are you considering applying to schools in the United Kingdom? If so, definitely listen in on this episode when Host Ian Fisher interviews Mubarak Ibr...
Steps to Stay Safe on Campus, Homeschooling and Interpreting Financial Aid Package
While college campuses are, by and large, very safe places, we know that crime can happen anywhere. Host Sally Ganga will be joined by Jessica Mertz o...
Common App; D3 Athletic Recruitment; Paying for College: Let's Talk
Join us for an in-depth conversation on navigating the college admissions process and financial planning. In this episode:
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Getting In: A College Coach Conversation - December 25th, 2025
Merry Christmas! As soon as you're done opening presents, consider your New Year's Resolutions with host Sally Ganga and College Coach colleague Kimbe...
EF Language Abroad Programs; National Merit Scholarship Program
Are you interested in experiential, educational travel? Listen in, as host Kyra Tyler will be talking with Durban Rose Ripley of EF Language Abroad pr...
Unusual College Mascots; Early Decision Results—What's Next?; The Financial Side of Early Decision
Did you know there is a college whose mascot is the Banana Slugs? And another whose mascot is the Poet? Listen in to the December 11th show when host...
Honors Programs; Computer Science Majors; Student Loan Grace Period: Now What?
Are you looking for a big university with of lots of school spirit but also small class sizes and lots of research opportunities? An honors college at...
Earning & Learning During Holiday Breaks; The Engineer's Guide: Finding Your Perfect Fit
Many students are interested in an engineering career, but some don't know what studying to be an engineer requires or about the different kinds of en...
College Admissions In The Media; Putting Merit In Your College List
Hopefully you caught our first edition of College Admissions in the Media, which went live on June 12th of 2025. Today host Kyra Tyler is continuing t...
Questbridge Scholarships; Glimpse Videos; Does Your College Essay Need a Hook?
Are you a high-achieving, low-income student? Listen in as our host Ian Fisher discusses the Questbridge Scholarship with College Coach Finance expert...
Don't Be Scared To Hit Submit On Early Apps; Making The Bone-Chilling Decision To Apply Early Action; Financial Aid Frights: Avoiding The Ghoulish Mistakes
Working frantically to finish up your Early Decision application? Host Shannon Vasconcelos will be joined by College Coach colleague Karen Spencer to...
The Cal State Application; University of California PIQ's; Federal & Private Education Loans: Credit Underwriting Differences
Celebrating our 500th (!!) episode
If you're applying to the Cal States or University of California schools, listen to today's show. Host Kyra T...
What's Supp, Columbia, Barnard and University of Chicago; Understanding Financial Aid Acronyms
Applying to Columbia University, Barnard College, or the University of Chicago? Host Sally Ganga, who worked in admissions at the University of Chicag...
Studying Abroad: Parent POV; Tackling Tough Supplements; Financial Focus Areas for Seniors
Is your student considering studying abroad in college? Host Kyra Tyler will be joined by College Coach colleague Jay Bonham, who will give a parent's...
ArborBridge Standardized Testing Updates; Harvey Mudd & CalTech Essay Strategies; CSS Profile Tips
Here it is, thanks! Interested in Cal Tech and Harvey Mudd, but not sure how to approach their supplemental essays? Host Shannon Vasconcelos will be j...
Experimenting With Extracurriculars; Social Media in the Admissions Process; FAFSA Facts You Need to Know
Students, are you beginning high school and trying to think ahead about your extracurricular activities? Concerned that you have to choose all your ac...
Rethinking Popular Majors; Funding Career & Trade Programs
We're very excited for the return of Taryn Andrea, College Coach's career expert. She'll be talking with host Ian Fisher about alternatives to saturat...
Demonstrated Interest: What Colleges Really Want; Supplemental Essays: What’s the Point?; One Big Beautiful Bill’s Impact on Student Loans
Today we go over some frequently asked questions about admissions. Ever wonder what colleges mean when they say they track demonstrated interest? Thin...
Part-Time Jobs, Lifelong Impact; Admission Interview Tips; One Big Beautiful Bill Finance Updates
Do you know that college admission officers value part-time jobs on a students resume? Host Shannon Vasconcelos will be joined by new College Coach co...
Jenny West Anderson, Author of The Disengaged Teen
Host Ian Fisher has the remarkable good fortune to welcome guest Jenny West Anderson, author of The Disengaged Teen. If you're a parent, this episode...
President of Kettering University; Getting Organized for the School Year; Saving Smart at College Orientation
For this episode, Host Sally Ganga is so honored to have guest Dr. Robert K. McMahan, here to tell us about the institute where he is president, Kette...
Debating a Liberal Arts Education: Relevance, Demise, and the Financial Upside
What even is a liberal arts education? Hasn't it gone the way of the dodo bird? Colleagues Zaragoza Guerra and Carrie Lewis will be joining host Sally...
What’s Happening in Higher Ed; Exploring AI Through Academic Lenses; Making College Dreams Financially Real
Keeping up with the evolving world of higher education can be overwhelming, but host Ian Fisher is here to help. In this episode, Ian is joined by Col...
Landscape for International Students: Conversation with Founders of Elite Scholars of China; Attending College in California?
The landscape for international students hoping to attend a US college has been changing rapidly in recent years, and there is still a lot of uncertai...
Interested in Law School?; Myth-Busting Law School; Tips for Your Scholarship Search
Interested in attending law school? Host Sally Ganga will be joined by the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Drake Law School in Des Moines,...
Wellesley College Deep Dive: Benefits of a Women's College; Setting Financial Aid Expectations
Interested in a women's college, or even Wellesley College in particular? If you're a women, our guests on this day will give you good reasons to add...
College Admissions Changing Landscape; College Options in Hawaii; Tips on Saving for College
Does it seem like the college admissions landscape has been changing particularly rapidly in recent years? Host Kyra Tyler will be joined by College C...
The Best College Traditions; Listener Questions with College Admissions and Finance
Join host Kyra Tyler and Bright Horizons College Coach's Jennifer Simons as they delve into the unique traditions that define college and university c...
Navigating Top Scholarships: Insights from Experts; Student Loan Repayment Options
Given the cost of college, many students are looking for scholarships. Some of the most generous include the Posse, Questbridge, Coca Cola, Taco Bell,...
Kris Crummet's Alternative Path to Music; Exploring Majors & Careers pt. 2; Mastering Interviews
Back on March 27th 2025, Host Ian Fisher talked with Taryn Andrea and Leigh Pinkston, College Coach colleagues in the career counseling space, about...
College Admissions in the Media: What's Hollywood and What's Accurate; How to Secure a Job on Campus
Have you ever wondered how accurate media portrayals of the college admission is? Pondered whether Legally Blonde is a real representation of the b...
Common App Essay Tips; Important Supplemental Essays; Interest-Free Ways to Pay for College
Rising seniors! Hopefully you're already thinking about your college applications, and some of you may be asking just what kinds of essays you'll need...
Creating Your Common App Activity List; Colleges NOT Accepting Common App; National 529 Plan Day!
Host Ian Fisher will be back again for the second show in a row to welcome colleague Abigail Anderson to discuss how to create the Common Application'...
Considering a Summer Job?; Dr. Christie Fox of Westminster University; Approaching College as a Student with Disabilities.
Are you considering a summer job? College Coach Finance Expert Zachary Gries will be joining host Ian Fisher to discuss the reasons why that can be im...
Kyra Tyler Inaugural Show; What To Ask An Admissions Officer; First Year Abroad Programs & It's Affordability
First, we want to introduce Kyra Tyler, our brand new host! This is her inaugural show.
Do you have plans to visit a college campus or attend...
College Research Tips; Government Resources For Career Searches; What Is NIL?
Seniors and parents, you probably know that researching colleges is important when creating a list of colleges for your upcoming applications. But did...
Meet Our Newest Team Members; Trends Seen In The Past Admission Cycle
Interested to know just who works at College Coach, and how they came to their roles as college admissions or finance educators? Host Sally Ganga will...
Benefits Of A Carefully Targeted List; Addressing Which College is Your Best Fit; Interviewing A Current College Student
Is your plan to apply to all the Ivies plus some additional highly selective colleges because you think it will increase your odds of being admitted?...
Parent Panel; Navigating the College Process; Borrowing Too Much To Pay For College?
Join us today for a return of our parent panel! Learn more about how our team of college experts navigated the college process for their own students...