Send us a text Whether you're looking to graduate early, get a taste of college level learning or simply challenge yourself with an advanced class, taking an AP, IB or dual enrollment course could take some work off your plate once you get to college. Courses like these often earn students transfer credits, which can be applied to your college transcript and count towards certain required university courses — all before you’ve even arrived. On this episode of College Admissions Insider , we'll f...
Aug 08, 2023•21 min•Ep. 70
Send us a text Life is full of firsts, from our first steps to our first car, to the first time we leave home to attend the college of our choice. But no one faces life's milestones alone. Experiencing every new phase alongside us are the family members who nurture and cheer us on. This episode of College Admissions Insider is for those family members who are preparing to send their student off into their next new phase: college. We'll hear advice for navigating the emotions, shifting dynamics a...
Jul 10, 2023•23 min•Ep. 69
Send us a text College is more than a place to learn, meet interesting people and grow. For most students, it's also where you'll live — perhaps for four years of your life. Young people who may be accustomed to living in their own room at home will suddenly be sharing a room (and bathroom) with others. That fact makes finding the right housing fit just as important as finding the right academic fit. So how do you do it? In this episode of College Admissions Insider , we'll swing those doors wid...
Jun 19, 2023•24 min•Ep. 68
Send us a text Maybe you've spent years volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, helped establish a community garden in a food desert or raised a significant amount of money for a medical organization close to your heart. These kinds of passions can follow you to college, where you can continue to get involved and even receive funding to do it. In this episode of College Admissions Insider , we are talking about how you can translate your passion for service into amazing college experiences. We'l...
May 30, 2023•23 min•Ep. 67
Send us a text There's no singular path when it comes to continuing your education. For many, heading to a four-year residential university is a natural leap. For others, pursuing trade school or other professional training might be the next logical move. Then there's the option of community college, which gives students the opportunity to ease into college life, explore a variety of academic disciplines and earn a degree—all in preparation for the next big step. This episode of College Admissio...
May 08, 2023•33 min•Ep. 66
Send us a text By now, high school seniors have probably received the college admissions letters they've been waiting for. While you may have gotten into one, two or several of the colleges on your list, you may have also received a different kind of decision: one that's placed you on the waitlist. Many colleges take advantage of waitlists in the admissions process, giving certain applicants who weren't admitted in the first round a shot at still attending the institution. In this episode of Col...
Apr 17, 2023•28 min•Ep. 65
Send us a text You researched every fact and figure about your choice institutions, wrote and rewrote the perfect admissions essay, and connected with everyone from current students to admissions counselors — all in hopes of receiving that life-changing notification that says, “Congratulations! You’ve been admitted.” Well done! You should be quite proud. But after the confetti settles to the floor, there's still work to be done. Receiving an acceptance letter on Decision Day is far from the end ...
Apr 03, 2023•23 min•Ep. 64
Send us a text Succeeding in college is about much more than what you accomplish in the classroom. Truly thriving as a student means growing through self-discovery, intellectual exploration, community relationships and more. That kind of success requires an ecosystem of support that not only encourages a student throughout their journey but opens up doors for them along the way. On this episode of College Admissions Insider , we're taking a look at how universities are increasing access and enha...
Mar 20, 2023•32 min•Ep. 63
Send us a text In our last couple of episodes, we spent time chatting with engineering and management faculty about what students should be looking for in a business or engineering education. But what about all of the majors beyond and in between? You might find diverse disciplines like anthropology, neuroscience, studio art and many more housed together in a College of Arts & Sciences. At some schools, this college may be where the majority of students find themselves studying, discovering ...
Mar 06, 2023•37 min•Ep. 62
Send us a text What comes to mind when you think of the word engineering? A hardhat and paper blueprints, a computer with complex modeling software, or maybe a bunch of wires, gears and other technical parts? Engineering can involve all of those things and so much more. When looking for the engineering major, you might want to study in college, you might find that they're grouped together in a school of engineering within a larger university. On this episode of College Admissions Insider , we're...
Feb 20, 2023•42 min•Ep. 61
Send us a text With myriad majors and courses to choose from, the possibilities of a college education are limitless. But these programs don't exist on islands all on their own. Oftentimes, you'll find similar majors grouped together in colleges or schools within a larger university — like a school of medicine, or a college of art and design, or a school of business. On this episode of College Admissions Insider , we're talking all about that last type: a school of business or management. We'll ...
Feb 06, 2023•43 min•Ep. 60
Send us a text We believe that there is no limit to what you can accomplish with an innovative outlook and a curious spirit. But you don't have to just take our word for it. On this podcast, we look for every opportunity to let real college students do the talking — which is why we're inviting students from all three of Bucknell's colleges to tell you about their experiences conducting research as undergrads. In this follow-up to our last episode on undergraduate research, we're asking current s...
Jan 23, 2023•25 min•Ep. 59
Send us a text The universe is full of mysteries. What worlds lie in galaxies beyond our own? Why was Stonehenge built? How do the connections in our brains really work. Every day, countless theorists, analysts, investigators and more chase down answers to fascinating questions like these. But they aren't the only ones. Students at colleges and universities across the globe are also hard at work researching some of humanity's biggest curiosities – and discovering new groundbreaking solutions. On...
Jan 09, 2023•23 min•Ep. 58
Send us a text Our world today is bursting with endless choices and possibilities. We like to believe that with a combination of drive, talent and optimism, there's so much that a person can do with their life. So in a world where you might do virtually anything, why go to college? On this episode of College Admissions Insider , we're spending some time considering that essential question. After all, determining why you might want to go to college is the first step in any student's college admis...
Dec 26, 2022•36 min•Ep. 57
Send us a text What do you want to be when you grow up? It's a question many of us are asked from the time we're little. For a college student, deciding what to study for four years might feel like finally choosing an answer. But with so many disciplines to choose from, it can feel stressful or even dissatisfying to toss all of your eggs into one academic basket. After all, no one is interested in just one subject or topic — which is what makes the option to declare a minor in college so powerfu...
Dec 12, 2022•19 min•Ep. 56
Send us a text You don't have to look very far to find tons of guidance on just about every aspect of your life — from social media videos on what to wear and articles about keeping healthy to podcasts on how to maximize your chances on getting into the school of your dreams. On College Admissions Insider , we focus on providing expert advice on what you can do to make the most of your college admissions journey. But today we're turning the podcast on its head a bit, as we discuss what not to do...
Nov 28, 2022•25 min•Ep. 55
Send us a text If there's anything we know about securing financial aid at college, it's that it can be a pretty complex process. That's why we've dedicated the past few episodes of College Admissions Insider to outlining each aspect of the financial aid process to help you and your family fund your dream education. Today, we're rounding out our discussion on financial aid by chatting about what happens after your financial aid offer has been calculated. How do you find out what you've been awar...
Nov 13, 2022•24 min•Ep. 54
Send us a text The choice to attend college isn’t just one decision. It’s a whole matrix of considerations, each one a crucial part of the journey to pressing submit on an application form. Perhaps, none is more important than the ability to finance your education. Today, we’re diving into part two of our financial aid series on College Admissions Insider : how to apply for financial aid. In this episode, we're breaking down acronyms like FAFSA and CSS, discovering just how student’s financial a...
Oct 30, 2022•25 min•Ep. 53
Send us a text If you've begun your college search, then you know there are myriad types of schools. But what's the one thing all of these options have in common? They all cost money to attend. While higher education is one of the best investments you can make, figuring out how to fund that journey can also be one of the most daunting aspects of the college process. But it doesn't have to be! This episode of College Admissions Insider is the first in a three-episode series about financial aid. W...
Oct 17, 2022•32 min•Ep. 52
Send us a text What better way to get an idea of what studying abroad is like than talking to those who've taken the journey themselves? In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're welcoming a few Bucknell students on the podcast to share their study abroad experiences with you — including how they chose their destinations, their preparation processes and the biggest lessons they learned while abroad. The students joining us are chemistry major and Spanish double-major Jake Kozora '23; ...
Oct 03, 2022•26 min•Ep. 51
Send us a text Imagine you're on an airplane — one of those big ones designed for international flights. You're moments away from jetting off on your biggest adventure to date. Where are you going? More importantly, what are you going there to learn? For many college students, traveling abroad is an enriching experience — academically, culturally, and personally. It's also a big decision that requires plenty of thought and planning. In this episode of College Admissions Insider , we're giving yo...
Sep 19, 2022•20 min•Ep. 50
Send us a text Standardized test scores are just one data point of many that college admissions committees consider. At some schools, like Bucknell, test-optional policies empower students to decide whether their SAT or ACT scores are included in their application at all. For other applicants, completing these tests is still essential step in the college admissions process. In this episode of College Admissions Insider , we're providing some helpful info for students who will be taking tests lik...
Sep 05, 2022•24 min•Ep. 49
Send us a text Whether we're hard at work, pursuing fun, or spending some much-needed downtime with friends, we all want to be surrounded by people who truly see us and all we have to bring to the table. At college, feeling seen, heard and supported by people who value your unique identity and perspectives is key to a fulfilling four-year experience. So how do you find a school where diversity, equity and inclusion are not just promises but practices? In this episode of College Admissions Inside...
Aug 22, 2022•22 min•Ep. 48
Send us a text You might hit up the athletics center to exercise your body, the academic assistance office to sharpen your study skills or a weeknight social event to build strong bonds with friends and classmates. But where on a college campus do you go to care for your mind? The answer is the counseling center, a place dedicated to helping students support their mental and emotional health. In this episode, we're covering the types of services a counseling center might offer, the process of re...
Jul 25, 2022•34 min•Ep. 47
Send us a text You're probably familiar with the age-old proverb that "it takes a village to raise a child." Well, a similar sentiment is true of college, too. It takes a whole support system to help a student get the most out of their college education and experience. For many, that support comes in the form of accessibility resources that promote the wellbeing, productivity, and confidence of students with unique academic, physical or mental health needs. In this episode, we're talking all abo...
Jul 11, 2022•24 min•Ep. 46
Send us a text College isn't a path that your student travels alone. Walking right beside them is a whole community of professors, classmates, alumni and, of course, you — the family members who have guided and nurtured your student their whole lives. Your support doesn't stop the moment you drop your student off on campus for the first semester. In fact, there are numerous ways that you can continue to advocate for your student, whether they're in their first year of college or rounding out the...
Jun 27, 2022•36 min•Ep. 45
Send us a text What do you like to do in your free time? If you're the adventurous type, maybe it's exploring the outdoors or trying a new sport. Or catching a concert or theatre performance if you're into the arts. Or maybe you love working with others to better your community. Whatever your extracurricular interests and passions are, college is the ultimate time to dive even deeper into the things that you love. At most colleges, you'll find a whole administrative division dedicated to enhanci...
Jun 13, 2022•20 min•Ep. 44
Send us a text College is much more than a place for academic advancement, or a pit stop on the fast track to a well-paying job. It's a four-year journey marked by mental, social and, sometimes, spiritual growth. This episode is all about the spiritual form of personal development and the role faith can play in a student's college experience. What does it mean if a college has a religious affiliation in the name? What should students of faith look for in religious resources on campus? How can pa...
May 30, 2022•27 min•Ep. 43
Send us a text You know the familiar movie scene: A family car pulls up to a cluster of old brick buildings and out jumps a bright eyed-student and their parents. After a drawn-out, emotional goodbye the family car drives off, leaving the student to start this exciting new chapter in their life called “college.” Plenty of first-year students will experience a move-in day like on the Silver Screen. But many others won't, opting to live away from campus and commute to their school instead. In this...
May 16, 2022•26 min•Ep. 42
Send us a text There are somewhere around 15 or 16 million high school students in the U.S. But not all of them walk through locker-lined hallways, sit in 20-person classrooms and count down the seconds until lunch period in the cafeteria. Instead, many students and their families opt for high school learning that happens at home. In this episode, we're offering helpful insights for home-schooled students who are navigating the college process. What are the curriculum requirements to qualify for...
May 02, 2022•24 min•Ep. 41
