College 4 ALL
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Sharing college insights from experts in the field on college admissions, financial aid and so much more. We are here to help students and their families make college a reality because "Nothing is impossible unless YOU think it is impossible." College needs to be 4 all. For more information go to Twitter & Instagram @college4allamv and www.college4all.com
Episodes
- What Should I Email My College Rep? E102
Reaching out to a college admissions rep can feel intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of College4All, “What Should I Email My College Rep?”, we break down exactly how students can craft thoughtful, professional emails t…
- Dont Get Stuck In The Storm - Pick your Campus E101
Choosing the right college can feel overwhelming—like getting caught in a storm of options, opinions, and pressure. In this episode of College4All, “Don’t Get Stuck in the Storm,” we help high school seniors confidently decide which campus…
- USC - Go Trojans! E100
"Fight On, For Real" -- The show is hosted by AMV interviews a current USC student who gives prospective students and families an honest, insider view — warmth and Trojan pride intact, but with eyes wide open. Here's the data she'd arm eve…
- Senior College December & January Checklist E99
As seniors wait for early application decisions, December and January become the most overlooked but powerful months in the college admissions journey. In this episode, we break down exactly what students should be doing right now to stay…
- Biggest Mistakes on the College Admissions Process E98
College4All Podcast: The Biggest Mistakes in College Admissions Think you know the college admissions process? Think again. In this episode of College4All, host AMV—with over 30 years of experience guiding students through the maze of appl…
- Wake Forest University - Real Students' on STEM, Business & Campus Life E97
Wake Forest University is a private research university in North Carolina with 9,121 students on a 340-acre campus. Offering more than 50 undergraduate majors and 60 minors across Arts & Sciences, Business, Medicine, Law, Divinity, Graduat…
- Biggest Mistakes on College Financial Aid E96
It is imperative to use knowledge as power and use planning towards wisdom. So let's learn and do so you can go move ahead so college is for all!
- Point Loma Nazarene University – Ocean views + programs in Nursing, Business, and Kinesiology in San Diego E95
Point Loma Nazarene University – San Diego, CA Located on a stunning oceanfront campus, Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) combines rigorous academics with a strong Christian foundation. Known for programs in Nursing, Business, and Kine…
- Questions to Ask Colleges - Find that Good Fit! E94
Questions you need to ask colleges before you apply or enroll: Cost, Aid, and Transparency What is the total four-year cost of attendance, including expected increases? How do you determine who receives merit aid? Are there scholarships th…
- Lehigh University - A Student Point of View w/ Mia Delaney ’28 E93
If you are a subscriber - this is a special episode with Mia Delaney being back and more experienced as a college student! She talks about her experience in college, as a Posse Scholar and so much more! Let's go!
- Catholic University - CUA in DC w/Grace Brady '27 - Why Medium Campuses are the BEST! E92
What’s it really like to attend a Catholic university in the heart of D.C.? We sat down with Grace Brady, a proud St. Ignatius graduate and rising senior at the Catholic University of America (CUA), Class of 2027. Grace gives us the inside…
- It is COMMON APP TIME - NOW!!! E91
Whether you never heard of Common App or you have been hesistant about starting your college journey -- ready or not -- it is time to begin your college application whether you are a freshmen or senior - let's go! Let's start the process t…
- UNC - Chapel Hill with Delaney Broderick E90
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill is well known for many things - its research, sports, innovation ideas and great folks like Michael B Jordan, musicians like James Taylor, former president like President Polk, their famous mascot…
- UC & Cal State Cuts are Coming! What to do next? E89
Are the cuts true? What can that mean? What is the next thing we need to do?
- Enrich Your Life for College & YOU - E88
Learn how doing co-curricular activities outside of the classroom can help you shine not only in the college application process but also provide you with insights about your possible future career and YOU!
- Show Me Don’t Tell Me - A Mindset for College and Life E87
What a gift to watch and witness students rise and rise again despite it all. However, after 30 years of doing college counseling you do see hiccups along the way that are blocked not because of one's intelligence, but one's mindset and do…
- Howard Univ w/ Raven Shaw '27 E86
What a honor to listen to the wisdom and greatness of Raven Shaw. A graduate from St. Ignatius College Prep in San Francisco, a soon to be graduate from Howard University and future legend in the making. It is great to interview a current…
- GW - George Washington Univ w/ Ann Anish '27 E85
What an excellent opportunity to meet with my former student - the one and only - Ann Anish. A current leader already in politics and a game-changer in life. Check out her journey and advise other students about making a difference at Geor…
- College Admissions Isn't Over E84
Often, when the relief occurs after submission students forget there are still a lot of next steps. Listen to this quick podcast so you can be on the right mindset on the timeline towards your future!
- Let's Go Blue Devils! Discover Duke University E83
I was so lucky to visit Duke University. It is everything you heard and more - minus the outdated dorms. But the energy, intellect, and beauty are all there. One of the most diverse campuses in North Carolina. So Go, Blue Devils.
- Let's Get Schooled! E82
Let's get schooled with Get Schooled! A non-profit organization focused on helping youth to get ahead whether it be for a job, college or BOTH! A program that does NOT sell young adults' data, information or privacy like those other progra…
- Santa Monica College in California, USA E81
Santa Monica College aka SMC has transferred more students to UC campuses than any other college in the country — for 33 years straight. SMC is also tops in transfers to USC and LMU, and the top feeder west of the Mississippi to the Ivy Le…
- College Money Method E80
Everyone needs to plan early for college admissions, which means financial aid. We are lucky to have Paul Martin from College Money Method. Paul works with all types of families to address their concerns about the crazy maze called college…
- University of Texas, Austin - A Transfer Student Point of View E79
From California to Texas, we get a chance to interview a transfer student at one of the most selective and desired campuses in the nation: the University of Texas, Austin. Teresa, a psychology major from the Bay Area, speaks about her expe…
- Visiting College Tips & Southern CA Colleges E E78
You gotta take the time to visit some colleges to understand what you like and what you need and what you need to avoid. Give yourself a moment to hear from students about their experiences with great tips when they visited six colleges (s…
- College Admissions Q & A 4 U E77
We got answers to the many questions that are out there on admissions. They are also changing to listen so our world can be college 4 all!
- Juniors & Sophomores it is time for College Research - The Countdown BEGINS! E76
As college admissions get earlier and earlier, the time to start college begins now. Listen to tips on how and what you can search for so you can draft your college list NOW!
- College Checklist E75
It is time for every senior in the country to look on what they have not done and what they need to get done like: Final draft list of colleges Their requirements for admissions, interviews, rep visits and financial aid (check this one!) D…
- Tick Tock Tick Tock - Seniors it is SHOW TIME! E74
Seniors it is time to get ready to work on your college applications before applications open up and deadlines approach. There is a lot you can do like statements, interviews, research and so much more. Let's just listen and for more infor…
- A Reflection so We Can Move Onward and Upward TOGETHER E73
Lots of changes are moving fast and forward in college admissions due to the decisions made this June by the Supreme Court of the United States aka SCOTUS. The world of college admissions will be transforming again. Some individuals in soc…
- CHANGE IS COMING in College Admissions ~ Interview w/ Bob Schaeffer from FairTest E72
On June 29, 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) made the decision to stop allowing college admissions across the nation to use Affirmative Action. Since 1978, the Supreme Court has upheld the use of affirmative action as…
- Brainstorming Tips on the College Personal Statement E71
It is time to get starting in writing your personal statement. The key thing to is to start writing, but if you need a little bit more help. Here are just tips on how to start. So let's get going.
- Rice University - Student Point of View E70
Welcome to Rice University in Houston, Texas. This urban campus is located in 300-acre tree-lined area with the most breathtaking research and innovative opportunities. Since 1912, the university has produced doctorates and continued to cr…
- Summer College To Do List E69
It is summer time! Time to rest. Time to connect. Time to have fun. Time for college. Yes, college. Let's make sure you have volunteer, internships or work lined up along with showing your curiosity in subject areas and fields, virtual tou…
- New FAFSA is coming - The Simplification Act E68
We have our wonderful expert in financial aid, Dino Koff, who is the Director of Financial Aid at Dartmouth College. He will address the critical question of how to afford college! As college cost increases, active research on the differen…
- Regis University in Denver, Colorado E67
Welcome to Regis University where we get interview a current student on campus to learn more about this Jesuit university that has been recognized as a college of distinction on Business, Nursing, Equity and Inclusion, Military Support. It…
- First Gen College Students E66
Are you the first person in your family attending college? Are you and your older siblings are the first? Whether you are first or not, learn about how being one of the few and creating a "road never traveled" can feel alone, frustrating,…
- I DIDN'T KNOW THAT || College Admission Topics E65
There are a lot of instructions, information, facts and details. IT IS OVERWHELMING which creates a crazy roller coaster ride for any future prospective college admissions. Thus many topics and critical steps often are overlooked like: ver…
- Chapman University E64
One of our last stops was visiting some great students at Chapman University like Matt. Chapman University is very fortunate to have a student like Matt and it tells. They are a growing popular campus in Orange County in California with be…
- Loyola Marymount University - LMU E63
While on the road, stopped by Loyola Marymount University and visited with one of my former students who is a current student at LMU. Loyola Marymount is one of 28 Jesuit (a Catholic university) colleges that are located in 17th states, th…
- University of California, Riverside - UCR E62
We are back again on the road talking with college students to give you real stories of their experiences. This podcast is about one of the nine University of California campuses - UC Riverside! It is 1,200 acre campus with over 26,00 stud…
- Posse Foundation Scholarship & Leadership Program E61
The Posse Foundation was founded in 1989 by Deborah Bial who received the MacArthur "Genius" Grant for her work to recruit students from across the nation and connect them with partner colleges and universities in the United States as a le…
- UC Scout E60
If you haven't heard about UC Scouts - you need to know about it. We are here to inform you about an online opportunity to help you to remediate a course or advance your skills in subject areas that may not be available at your high school…
- Boston University E59
Let's learn about one of the big leaders in higher education - Boston University. This large university with "endless" amounts of opportunities is the gateway to so many different majors, scholars and fun all around Boston. We will learn f…
- How to Prepare for a College Interview E58
Did you know some colleges offer optional college interviews? Yes, they do! But do not worry we have a student who will share their experiences before, during and post interview along with suggestions on how you can schedule, prepare and h…
- YOU DECIDE! To Test or Not to Test? Part II E57
Changes are still coming your way whether you are a Senior, Junior or even a Sophomore. We are here again to talk about standardized test requirements for U.S. colleges like over 1800 of them. What have they decided since the Fall 2022 col…
- To Share or Not to Share Your College List E56
Have you been asked about your college list? Do folks forget to ask you how you are and rather ask you where you are applying to? Let's listen to a Senior who is going through this process right now and how she is going to decide whether t…
- College Admissions Vocab - Do you know it? Let's find out TOGETHER E55
We are here today to cover some vocabulary words that are often used in college admissions that most folks do not know. There are many out there, but never hesitate to ask the college rep or your counselor because YOU ARE NOT THE ONLY ONE!
- College Visit Advice and Tips for YOU E54
We are bringing over twenty years of experience of planning, coordinating and following up on college visits with high school students with a school counselor and a coach, award winning Coach Nicole Dinas, who really just want their amazin…
- Seattle University Student Interview with Ed aka Sullivan Leader E53
So honor to interview with St. Ignatius Magis Alum Ed who is a current student at Seattle University in Washington. He is also a Sullivan Leadership Scholarship winner and is a great example of how to make an impact in college both inside…