Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

Oglethorpe University: "One Who Does Not Give Up"

Host Ian Fisher hosts several staff members from Oglethorpe University during a deep dive exploration of the school. In the first segment, Ginger Fay, Vice President of Enrollment, and Dr. Gabriel Bar...

2026-04-23

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Is Applying Early Decision the RIGHT Decision?

Host Shannon Vasconcelos opens this episode with College Coach Blair Dixon and finance expert Chrissy Foran for a deep dive into Early Decision. They explore how to determine whether applying ED makes...

2026-04-16

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All About The Classical Learning Test

Host Kyra Tyler kicks off this episode with College Coach Brian Swann, who introduces listeners to the Classical Learning Test (CLT). Brian explains what the CLT covers, who it's designed for, how it ...

2026-04-09

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The College Admission & Finance Year in Review

Host Sally Ganga wraps up another pivotal admissions cycle with a two-part Year in Review episode, tackling the questions and trends families cared most about over the past year. In Segment 1, Sally...

2026-04-02

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The Cost of California Colleges; How to Choose from the Schools You've Been Admitted to; Why are Colleges Sending Me So Much Mail?

Host Ian Fisher kicks off this episode with finance expert Pati Pineiro‑Goodenberger to unpack some California‑specific financial aid and residency questions. She explains how the Cal State and UC sys...

2026-03-26

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BS/MD Programs; Answering Admission & Finance Listener Questions

Host Shannon Vasconcelos kicks off this episode with College Coach Lauren DiProspero, who pulls from her experience in both undergraduate admissions as well as her work with Columbia and Stanford's me...

2026-03-19

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What Financial Aid Offices Wish Families Knew; What Admission Offices Wish Students Knew; What Students Wish College Knew - Featuring a Current High School Senior

Host Ian Fisher kicks off this episode with BH finance expert Marina Zaretskiy, who shares what financial aid offices wish rising senior families understood before application season begins. From emph...

2026-03-12

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Are Colleges Still Accepting Applications?; How Many APs Do I Need To Take?; Federal Student Loan Update

Host Ian Fisher kicks off this episode with BH College Coach Carrie Lewis, who answers a question many families have this time of year: Are colleges still accepting applications? Carrie walks listener...

2026-03-05

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February Admit Programs; How to Demonstrate Interest if Tours aren't Available; Finance Questions to Ask on College Tours

Host Kyra Tyler kicks off this episode with BH College Coach Caroline Damon, who breaks down February admit programs—those special events colleges host for admitted students to help them dig deeper in...

2026-02-26

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Advice to Juniors for their Spring Semester; Advice to Seniors for their Spring Semester; Financial Aid Notifications & Award Letters

Host Ian Fisher kicks off this episode with BH College Coach Cesar Contreras, who talks about what juniors should be doing right now in the spring semester to stay on track. Spoiler alert: It's defini...

2026-02-20

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Paying for College; Financial Aid Methods; February's Financial Aid Awareness Deep Dive

Are you one of the 99% concerned about how to pay for college? If so, the great news is that this episode of Getting In is devoted entirely to that topic. Host Shannon Vasconcelos will be joined by Co...

2026-02-12

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Building a Smart College List; Summer Planning Starts Now; Financial Aid Basics for February

Here at College Coach we have a resident college list expert, Nial Rele, who is joining our host, Kyra Tyler, to discuss how to create your list of colleges. This is more complicated than you may anti...

2026-02-05

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Considering an HBCU in D.C.? Admissions, Student Life, and Merit Aid Explained

If you are interested in attending an HBCU (historically black college or university) or being in Washington, D.C. for your college years, be sure to tune in to this show when host Sally Ganga will be...

2026-01-29

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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, to discuss both Pac Lu and explain what direct admi...

2026-01-22

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Applying Abroad? Your Essential Guide to Studying in the UK

Are you considering applying to schools in the United Kingdom? If so, definitely listen in on this episode when Host Ian Fisher interviews Mubarik Ibrahim of University of York, Amanda Lunberg of Univ...

2026-01-15

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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 of the Clery Center, an organization dedicated to h...

2026-01-08

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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: Common App Deep Dive with Michaela Acorn from Common App – Learn tips and s...

2026-01-01

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Setting Your 2026 Goals; Undecided About Your Major?; Scholarships Without the Stress

Merry Christmas! As soon as you're done opening presents, consider your New Year's Resolutions with host Sally Ganga and College Coach colleague Kimberly Asselta, who will be addressing 2026 goals for...

2025-12-25

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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 programs about their philosophy and offerings, which...

2025-12-18

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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 Shannon Vasconcelos discusses college mascots with...

2025-12-11

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