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Episode #8 - January 2008 College tuitions are at an all-time high. Parents are asking themselves how they are going to be able to afford to send their child to college without going deep into debt. Even if a family doesn’t qualify for need-based financial aid, they have a variety of options available to them. |
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Episode #7 - December 2007 Competition is part of the American landscape. Whether they’re selling soft drinks or cell phones, companies find themselves in an increasingly competitive marketplace. The same holds true in the world of college admissions. |
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Episode #6 - November 2007 As the world of admissions becomes more competitive, parents and students are turning to these rankings to help assess colleges that the students should apply to. Students, and their parents, often assume that to receive a quality education you must go to a big-name college. |
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Episode #5 - October 2007 Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, Rolling Admissions — what exactly do these terms mean? For seniors applying to college, knowing the answer is crucial. |
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Episode #4 - September 2007 The SAT and the ACT are the two nationally recognized tests considered in the college admissions process. Many colleges rely on these two standardized tests to predict how well a student will perform beyond high school. |
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Episode #3 - August 2007 Now more than ever it’s important for students to visit college campuses as part of their college planning process. To get a true feel for the school, nothing beats an actual campus visit. |
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Episode #2 - July 2007 Your application essay is your opportunity to stand out among thousands of other applicants. In this episode you'll learn the key points of writing an essay or personal statement that will grab the attention of admission representatives. |
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Episode #1 - June 2007 Springwell's first Confident College Prep podcast episode provides tips on filling out your college applications with special attention on writing your college application essay. Download this podcast for reviewing when you're ready to begin filling out your college applications or writing your essay. |