College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.
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On the College Knowledge Podcast, we break down the financial side of college—how colleges price tuition, how financial aid packages are built, and how families make smart decisions about getting into and paying for higher education.
Hosted by experts from Elite Collegiate Planning, Paradigm Financial Group, and College Planning Network, the show features conversations with admissions leaders, financial aid professionals, and higher education experts including voices like Jeff Selingo & Michael B. Horn.
Each episode helps families understand the real economics of college, financial aid strategy, and how to navigate the admissions process without making costly financial mistakes.
College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.
139. College Admissions Insights for High School Students and Families
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Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🌟 Whether you're searching for the right fit college, navigating the application process, or figuring out how to afford it all, you're in the right place.
In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and guest host Clayton Kovatch interview Ian Harkness, the Director of College Counseling at Malvern Preparatory School and a former admissions officer at Gettysburg College. Ian shares his valuable insights on guiding students through the college admissions process, the importance of self-awareness in choosing the right college, and the current landscape of higher education.
📌 Key Discussion Points:
- Transitioning from college admissions to high school counseling
- The competitive nature of college admissions
- Understanding the right social, academic, and financial fit
- The impact of early exposure to college campuses
- Navigating the pressures and challenges of the admissions process
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