Minisode: Get To Know Your Hosts
We're dropping in mid-week with a special mini-episode to share some recent changes at College Admissions Insider. Bryan Wendell, who cohosted the podcast, is now pursuing new and exciting career opportunities beyond Bucknell — and we wish him the best of luck!
Joining Brooke Thames as the podcast's new cohost is Becca Haupt Aldredge, senior associate director of admissions at Bucknell.
Episode 39: So You Want To Be a Teacher: Preparing for a Career in Education While in College
Whether we met them in elementary, junior high or high school, we all have that one teacher who went above and beyond to mentor and encourage us.
It's easy to think that those wonderful teachers were simply born for the job. But dedicated, compassionate and empowering educators aren't magic — they're made. This episode of College Admissions Insider is for future college students who want to be that wonderful, life-changing teacher someday.
Episode 38: Financial Aid and College Affordability
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we share the truth behind college affordability.
Episode 37: Merit Awards: How Are They Granted?
If you’re a high school student on the track to college, there may be numerous merit scholarships out there for you. Here's how to find one and apply.
Episode 35: What to Do While You Wait for a Decision
Waiting is hard. That's why we rounded up some tips for making the most of the time leading up to decision release day and advice for how to mitigate anxiety while you wait.
Episode 34: Preparing for Your Dream Job While in High School
What's the best path from a dream to a dream job? We stopped by Bucknell’s Center for Career Advancement to help high school students answer that very question.
Episode 33: So You Want To Be a Doctor: Preparing for a Medical Career While in College
In this episode, the hosts are joined by a pre-health adviser who shares can't-miss details for high school students considering a career in the health care profession.
Episode 32: So You Want To Be a Lawyer: Preparing for Law School While in College
In this episode, the hosts are joined by a pre-law adviser who shares must-hear details for high school students considering a career in the legal profession.
Episode 31: How I Crafted a Killer Application Essay
In this episode, two students who wrote killer application essays will read an excerpt and share how they turned their unique story into unforgettable prose.
Episode 30: Inside the Mind of an Application Reader, Vol. 2
In this episode, we'll peek behind the curtain to see how two application readers approach the review process.
Episode 29: Why Bucknell? Students Answer the Top Questions About Bucknell
In this episode, three current students share their "Why Bucknell?" story and answer top-searched questions about the University.
Episode 28: Making the Most of a Counselor Visit to Your High School
In this episode, we'll share our top tips for making the most of counselor visits to your high school.
Episode 27: Last-minute Application Reminders Before You Click “Submit”
In this episode, we'll cover all the last-minute reminders students need before clicking "submit" on their college application.
Episode 25: Preparing for Your First Semester
In this episode, we'll uncover the exhilarating new set of challenges — and opportunities — awaiting students when they arrive at college for their first semester.
Episode 24: Advice and Support for First-gen College Students and Their Families
In this episode, we offer advice and support to first-generation college students — and the members of their families who might be helping them along this journey.
Episode 23: Location: Urban or rural, in-state or out-of-state?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we’ll search far and wide to bring you the best advice on how to consider a school's geographic location when planning your college search.
Episode 22: Public or Private: What’s the Difference?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we examine the differences between public and private colleges and universities.
Episode 21: A Deep Dive Into GPA Calculation
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we take a deep dive into GPA calculation, including whether, how and when schools recalculate an applicant's number.
Episode 20: Academic Rigor: Which High School Classes Should I Choose?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we discuss how higher-ed institutions look closely at your transcript to see just how difficult your classes were — something called academic rigor.
Episode 19: Planning a College Visit Road Trip
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we provide a road map for planning the ultimate college visit road trip.