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#143 FAFSA & Financial Aid Delays: Buying College Better with Beth Walker Transcript

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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 01:02 In today’s episode, we’re addressing the recent delays in the FAFSA financial aid application and how you can navigate the college funding process more effectively. I’m thrilled to be joined by Beth Walker, a seasoned financial expert and founder […]

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#143 FAFSA & Financial Aid Delays: Buying College Better with Beth Walker

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In this episode, Lisa and Beth discuss: Update on the recent delays in the 2024 FAFSA financial aid application. Navigating the college funding process more efficiently without being dependent on FAFSA outcomes.  How to navigate financial aid filing deadlines for high school seniors and returning college students.  Strategies to reverse engineer college affordability and align

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#142 SAT, ACT, and Test-Optional Admissions: What Parents Need to Know with David Blobaum

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In this episode, Lisa and David discuss: Understanding how colleges use ACT and SAT scores in admissions. Breaking down common myths about test scores and test-optional admissions. How grade inflation impacts your teen’s GPA and admissions chances. The latest policies for ACT, SAT, AP, and IB exams.  How much focus and time your teen should

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#142 SAT, ACT, and Test-Optional Admissions: What Parents Need to Know with David Blobaum Transcript

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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 01:03 Standardized testing in college admissions has never been more confusing, especially with test optional policies at the majority of schools, parents often wonder whether SAT and ACT scores still matter, and whether they can trust that test optional colleges

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#141 Lessons Learned from 200+ Colleges with John Durante

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In this episode, Lisa and John discuss: Identifying the controllables and the non-controllables during your teen’s college application process.  What your teen should include on the college application to ensure they are accurately representing themself. What should be included on your teen’s activities list in their application.  The accessibility of admissions representatives.  Tips for writing

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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 01:03 In today’s episode, we’re delving into the world of college admissions with insights from over 200 college admissions representatives. I’m thrilled to be joined by John durante, principal of Syosset High School on Long Island, a parent of two

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#140 Avoiding the Pitfalls of College Transfers with Jaime Smith Transcript

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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 00:45 In today’s episode, we’re exploring college transfers, focusing on how to prevent unplanned transfers in your teen’s future and when a planned transfer path might make sense. I’m excited to be joined by Jamie Smith, an independent educational consultant

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#140 Avoiding the Pitfalls of College Transfers with Jaime Smith

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In this episode, Lisa and Jaime discuss: How to prevent unplanned future transfers for your teen. What a “planned transfer” is, when it might make sense, and when it won’t work. Common reasons why over ⅓ of undergraduate students transfer.  Articulation agreements between colleges that can benefit transfers.  Key Takeaways:  More than ⅓ of undergraduate

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#139 Showcasing Leadership in College Admissions with Lee Norwood Transcript

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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 00:26 In today’s episode, we’re diving into common misconceptions about extracurricular activities and how to effectively showcase leadership for college admissions. I’m thrilled to be joined by Lee Norwood of college sharks, an independent educational consultant who supports families navigating

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#139 Showcasing Leadership in College Admissions with Lee Norwood

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In this episode, Lisa and Lee discuss: Why it’s a myth your teen’s college application needs 10 extracurriculars.  Creative ways to demonstrate leadership beyond traditional titles. Ideas for furthering your teen’s leadership experiences, whether they’re just starting high school or beginning their college application process.  How to think about your teen’s activities list as newspaper

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