Not sure how to sort through your rejections and acceptances? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what an acceptance, rejection, waitlist, and referral are, how to handle rejection, and how to make the ultimate decision for what college you'll attend. Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com , and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: Complete List: Colleges With Rolling Admissions What to Do If You Get Rejected Fro...
Aug 19, 2019•55 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Curious about financial aid? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what kinds of financial aid are available to you, why a private education might be cheaper than you expect, and how to make the most of your financial aid offer. Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com , and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: EFC Calculator Simple Guide: How to Apply for Financial Aid Here's Every College That Offers 100% Financial...
Aug 05, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 10
What do you need to know about college interviews? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what colleges are looking for in interviews, how to answer some of the most common questions, and how to dress to impress. Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com , and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: The 14 College Interview Questions You Must Prepare For 6 Top College Interview Tips: How to Prepare Effectively What Are Go...
Jul 22, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 8
How do you write a good college essay? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss how to find balance, when to start essays, and what topics you should probably avoid. Want to win $50 to Amazon? Take our listener survey and you'll be entered to win a free gift card! We're accepting responses through 7/22, so hope on it soon! Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com , and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: How to Write a...
Jul 08, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 7
What should you know before filling out your college applications? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss when you should fill applications out, what colleges rank most important, and whether or not your major choice impacts the likelihood you'll be accepted. Want to win $50 to Amazon? Take our listener survey and you'll be entered to win a free gift card! Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com , and we may answer it on a future epis...
Jun 24, 2019•59 min•Ep. 6
Do your GPA and class choices really matter in college applications? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss choosing a rigorous course load, how to up your study skills, and how to handle the additional stress of AP courses. Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com , and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: What Is a Good GPA? What's a Bad GPA for College? How to Get a 4.0 GPA and Better Grades, By a Harvard Alum Exac...
Jun 10, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 5
How do you find and nurture extracurriculars that colleges really want to see? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what colleges are really looking for in extracurriculars, how to set goals and reach for more advanced positions, and why happiness really does matter. Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com , and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: How to Get Into Harvard and the Ivy League, by a Harvard Alum What ...
May 27, 2019•56 min•Ep. 4
Unsure where you want to go to college? You need a college list. In this episode, PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks discuss what a college list is, how to write one, and how to choose colleges that are within your ability to get into. Further Reading: What Colleges Should I Apply To? Making a College List How Many Colleges Should You Apply To? Expert Guide How to Do College Research Right: Step-by-Step Guide What Is a Reach School? Which Reach Schools Should I Choose? ...
May 12, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 1
Is it worth retaking a standardized test to get a better score? In this episode, PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks discuss how to determine your SAT/ACT target score, when you should start taking tests, and when it's worth retaking to get a better score. Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: When Should You Take the SAT or ACT? Best Test Dates What Is a Good SAT Score? A Bad SAT Score? An ...
May 12, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 2
How do you get the perfect letter of recommendation? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss how to form positive relationships with your instructors, what criteria you're actually evaluated on, and why you shouldn't butter your teachers up just before your letters are due. Got questions for us? Reach out to podcast@prepscholar.com, and we may answer it on a future episode! Further Reading: These 2 Recommendation Letters Got Me Into Harvard and the Ivy L...
May 12, 2019•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 3
