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Monthly Archives: March 2015

30 Mar

040: How Important are Grades Really?

Good grades are the focus of everyone in education — students, parents, and teachers. The elusive A is everyone’s goal. But is this focus a help or a hindrance in terms of learning effectively and getting into college? Tune in...
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26 Mar

039: Why Choosing the “Best College” is a Mistake

The best college for you is not necessarily the most prestigious or the highest rated one. Instead, there are a number of other factors that help students find the perfect college for YOU. Listen in as Megan and Gretchen explain...
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23 Mar

038: The Wrong (and Right!) Ways to Read a Book

Research shows that depth reading is important for the brain; it’s important, too, for the SAT. But practically speaking, students also have to learn how to skim, so that they have time to read everything they’re assigned in college and...
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19 Mar

037: What Writing Skills are American Colleges Looking For?

The 5 paragraph essay is a style of writing that is commonly taught in American high schools. What is it, and how can you learn how to write a strong essay in preparation for college? Tune in as Megan and...
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16 Mar

036: Find Money for College on Twitter and Other Financial Aid Tips with Jodi Okun

Did you know that twitter is a great source for college advice, giving you direct access to pros who can advise you about all stages of the financial aid process? On today’s episode Megan and Gretchen grill Jodi Okun about...
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12 Mar

035: “College” v. “University” and Other Helpful Terms from American Higher Education

International students often get confused by the terminology we use in the United States to refer to the university experience. Megan and Gretchen define all the important terms, from the difference between “college” and “university” to how to interpret degree...
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9 Mar

034: Turbo Boost Your Ability to Remember Anything

When you understand how your brain learns, you really can learn anything you are taught quickly and effectively. Fresh from her attendance at the Learning and the Brain Conference, Gretchen shares a number of new tips and tricks for students...
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5 Mar

033: Welcome to the Bonus Episodes of the College Prep Podcast

What’s the story behind these new “Bonus” episodes? Megan and Gretchen introduce themselves to their new international audience, who are curious about how the American high school and college system...
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1 Mar

032: When Should a Student NOT Go To College?

Not every teen is ready to succeed in college by the time they finish high school. How can you tell whether this is your student? What alternatives are there if college isn’t the right next step? Megan, Gretchen, and guest...
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