Through a conversation with Admissions Mom, we talk about why it's important to celebrate the big milestone of submitting your applications (and not just celebrating acceptances). Join us as we discuss ways to celebrate, what you can learn from this experience, and more! Admissions Mom Website Admissions Mom on Instagram Admissions Mom on Reddit ApplyingToCollege Reddit Community Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Nov 02, 2022•27 min
⚠️ TIME TO BE REAL ⚠️ in your college application! It turns out you can use humor and show your personality in your application (?!) and we'll tell you how! In this episode, Elena and Tom (from College Essay Guy Team) talk about the secret things you're probably worrying too much about and the things you don't want to forget in your college apps. Tom Campbell is a Community Manager with the College Essay Guy Team. With years of admissions experience at Pomona College and College of the Holy Cros...
Oct 26, 2022•53 min
Looking for that unique twist to make your college essay stand out? 🌟 It might be in your niche laptop stickers or celeb fandom! In this episode, we'll talk with Tom from the College Essay Guy Team about how the little things in your life can be essay inspiration, and small tweaks to make your essay really stand out. Tom Campbell is a Community Manager with the College Essay Guy Team. With years of admissions experience at Pomona College and College of the Holy Cross, Tom brings such valuable e...
Oct 19, 2022•30 min
Are you looking to study someplace new? In this episode, Elena and Tushar continue their conversation about Tushar's experience studying in the U.S. from India! Plus, Tushar will share his advice for other international students beginning the application process! 🌏 The information and recommendations shared in this episode are based on Tushar's personal experience, and your experience may be different; nonetheless, we hope it is helpful to hear from someone who's been through the process! Follo...
Sep 07, 2022•34 min
Applying to college in the U.S.? 🌏 We're here for you! In this episode, Elena chats with her friend, Tushar, who is studying in the U.S. from India. They’ll talk about the motivations, challenges, and positive mindset that you may find as you begin applying! Stay tuned for part two! Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Aug 17, 2022•21 min
Summer is for pizza bagels, long drives with friends, and doing... something cool? Not sure how to spend your summer? In today's episode, Elena chats with a recent grad (aka her sister, Andrea!) about how to get creative with your summer plans! Check out this blog to learn more about making the most of your summer! Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Jun 22, 2022•15 min
Dorm Essentials is BACK with new additions to your Ultimate College Packing List! In this episode, we talk about college must-haves, like photos from home, microwavable food (hello Kraft Mac & Cheese!), and more. :) Timestamps below! 0:58 Conversation with D’Lanna about how pictures can make a space feel like home and always making sure you have medicine. 7:43 Conversation with Ashley about saving space with storage bins and having water on-hand. 13:14 Conversation with Noah about getting cr...
Jun 08, 2022•23 min
Here’s the tea about college: your Future Self will thank you for packing bandaids and a box of Cheez-its, and you’ll NEED to bring flip flops for the shower! 🙏 In today’s episode, we’re spilling the Dorm Room Essentials and the things you’ll definitely want to bring with you to college! Timestamps below : 2:22 Conversation with Caroline about bringing the right snacks to school with you. 5:25 Conversation with Shohom about the importance of shower shoes and keys to making your dorm mattress mo...
Jun 01, 2022•22 min
Scoir welcomes back Peter Van Buskirk to the podcast with a discussion about how colleges are continuing to evolve through COVID, how they're evaluating students, waitlists, the pending enrollment cliff, and more. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
May 25, 2022•41 min
College 101 is BACK with more of the secret tips that colleges definitely didn't tell you on the tour! We reveal the truth about late nights at the library, getting creative with your meal plan, and the secret to sleep in college. Timestamps below! 1:07 Conversation with Caroline about the importance of sleep and how making lists can help you stay on track. 6:17 Conversation with Paul about meal plan alternatives. 9:56 Conversation with Noah about the best time to buy (or not buy) textbooks so y...
May 11, 2022•21 min
We're bringing you to college early with today's episode about College Hacks and the secret tips that colleges definitely didn't tell you on the tour. We'll talk with grads about how to spice up classic dining hall meals, the class times to absolutely avoid, and the truth about switching majors. Timestamps below! 2:11 Conversation with D’Lanna about organizing and taking advantage of a fresh start. 7:58 Conversation with Shohom about make your schedule (and reconsidering that Friday 8am) 12:15 C...
May 04, 2022•27 min
Join us and our special guest, Carolyn Caplan (aka Admissions Mom), for a discussion about how parents and students can come together for a meaningful, collaborative, and transparent admissions journey. Admissions Mom Website Applying to College (A2C) subreddit Admissions Mom on Reddit Email Carolyn: carolyn@admissionsmom.college Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Apr 20, 2022•40 min
And we're back with Part 2 of "What I Wish I Knew Before College!" Y'all loved our first episode in this series so in today's episode, we talk with 5 more college grads about their biggest tips & advice for you. Time stamps below! Time Stamps: 1:10 Conversation with Shohom: 1:45 Social media 6:30 Not getting caught up in what you think you’re “supposed” to be doing 12:20 Conversation with D’Lanna: 12:50 Tips for introducing yourself to your professors 16:09 Changing friends throughout your c...
Mar 30, 2022•39 min
Here’s the tea: the dining hall food may be trash and you might * actually * miss your hometown, but you WILL make friends and join really cool clubs. In today’s episode, we talk with 4 college grads about what they wish they knew before college! Time stamps below! Time Stamps: Conversation with Caroline : 1:55 - 13:40 2:22 Not letting the idea of being a "freshman" get to your head 5:04 Tips for building up confidence when starting at a new school 10:46 Finding a great study spot on campus Conv...
Mar 16, 2022•39 min
Senior Product Marketing Manager at Scoir, Megan Kauffman is joined by Scoir's Chief Experience Officer, Matt Pitone, to discuss how colleges can leverage data and content to create scalable personalized experiences for students during the college search process and why it matters. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Jan 24, 2022•23 min
Scoir Product Marketing Manager, Erin Barnes, is joined by Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, to discuss the challenges of effectively parenting your child through the college process. www.scoir.com Follow us on Instagram! @scoirinc Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Jan 17, 2022•25 min
Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Director of College Partnerships for Mastery Charter Schools, Lance Dronkers, to offer tips for talking finances with your family. This interview was conducted on November 4, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Jan 10, 2022•35 min
Ashley Smith from Scoir talks with special guest Carolyn Caplan (Admissions Mom) about early decision rejection, how to cope, and what to focus on to find your "Dream You." Admissions Mom Website: https://admissionsmom.college/ Blog on Emotional Planning: https://admissionsmom.college/college-decisions/seniors-if-you-applied-early-this-fall-its-time-for-some-emotional-planning-spoiler-youre-gonna-be-ok/ Blog on if Early Decision Didn't go Your Way: https://admissionsmom.college/college-decisions...
Dec 02, 2021•37 min
Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Director of College Counseling & Student Services at University Prep, Kelly Herrington, to discuss tips for underclassmen! Our conversation covers topics such as: applying with a sense of purpose, self-reflection, testing, and course selection. This interview was conducted on October 15, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Nov 27, 2021•32 min
Scoir Strategic Advisor, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Director of College Counseling at Jackson Preparatory School, Malika Lindsay, to discuss building your college list, applying, and making a "plan b" if Early Decision/Early Action did not pan out as expected. This episode was recorded on October 28, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Nov 18, 2021•35 min
Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Diane Anci, Dean of Admission and VP for Enrollment at Kenyon College, to discuss college essays. Our conversation covers topics such as: demonstrating your voice with honesty, the importance of the essay, investing time writing about topics that you enjoy, and much more. This interview was conducted on October 13, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Nov 11, 2021•32 min
Join Ashley Smith from Scoir for a conversation with Brennan Barnard, the director of college counseling at the Derryfield School, and Rick Clark, the director of undergraduate admission at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where they discuss their new book, who it's for, and how it can help students and families better navigate the college search experience. Get your copy of the book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1421442639/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_DJ16ZRYS11GGNZKD1THT Follow us on Inst...
Oct 18, 2021•39 min
Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Varo Duffins, Director of FA at Swarthmore and Lynell Engelmyer of The Hamilton Scholars to discuss student financial aid options. Lynell Engelmyer has worked in college admissions and financial aid for 25 years. She served as a Director of Financial Aid at a small liberal arts college before joining the staff of Alexander Hamilton Scholars, a non-profit that serves talented, low-income college-bound student...
Sep 27, 2021•47 min
Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Director of College Counseling at the Hill School, Ellen Deitrich, to discuss early application strategies and tips. Our conversation covers topics such as: when and why to apply early, different types of early applications, and much more. This interview was conducted on September 2, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Sep 16, 2021•39 min
Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Scoir Counselor in Residence, Julie Kampschroeder, to discuss the senior year timeline. Our conversation covers topics such as: when to apply for financial aid, getting those letters of recommendation, general timeline advice, and much more. This interview was conducted on August 19, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Aug 26, 2021•28 min
Scoir Content Marketing Manager, Erin Barnes, is joined by Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, to discuss the challenges of starting another academic cycle clouded by the uncertainty of COVID. This episode was recorded on August 12, 2021. www.scoir.com Follow us on Instagram! @scoirinc Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Aug 20, 2021•17 min
Scoir Content Marketing Manager, Erin Barnes, is joined by Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, to discuss college rankings and their effect on college culture. Our conversation covers topics such as: when and why college rankings got their start, how college rankings come to arrive at a measure of quality, how that measure of quality affects the culture of higher education, and more. This episode was recorded on August 5, 2021. www.scoir.com Follow us on I...
Aug 13, 2021•26 min
Scoir strategic advisor, Peter Van Buskirk, is joined by Moira McKinnon of Berwick Academy, to provide some insight into test-optional opportunities for students and families. Our conversation covers topics such as: the reality of the student experience with testing, alternative requirements to testing, the nationwide increase of test-optional schools, and much more. This episode was recorded on June 24, 2021. www.scoir.com Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Jul 26, 2021•28 min
Scoir Content Marketing Manager, Erin Barnes, is joined by Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, to discuss building a balanced college list. Our conversation covers topics such as: when and how to start building a college list. More specifically, we talk about how to explore colleges, what to know before visiting a campus, the ideal list number, early applications, and more. This episode was recorded on July 8, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about...
Jul 23, 2021•23 min
Scoir Content Marketing Manager, Erin Barnes, is joined by Former Dean of Admission and Strategic Advisor to Scoir, Peter Van Buskirk, to discuss the college interview. Our conversation covers topics such as: how interviews factor into the admission process, virtual vs in-person interviews, actual interview tips, and more. This interview was conducted on June 10, 2021. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir...
Jul 20, 2021•19 min
