better grades with less stress on the path to the perfect college
How should parents roll out the idea of college to students who are reluctant to engage in the conversation or are stressed out by the idea? Recently, Megan and Gretchen received this question from a parent named Dale: I started … Read More »
It’s the start of a new semester for most students! Here are some straightforward actions to take to make sure that you’re set up to rock the semester, and stay on pace with college applications — no matter what grade … Read More »
The very skills students need most to succeed in college are the ones that few adults teach them. But what if every parent, teacher and tutor mastered several easy conversations, and engaged teens regularly in these dialogues? Students’ academic success … Read More »
Are college tuition waivers really as good a deal as they seem? Several months ago on Facebook, Gretchen noticed her friends excitedly reposting an article about Stanford’s new tuition waiver rules. Here’s an excerpt: But fewer parents will have to … Read More »
Do rewards really help students change their habits? Gretchen shares an experiment she’s currently running with two clients, and breaks down the exact system they are trying to build some critical new habits for studying and following through on homework. She … Read More »
If you’re a high school senior applying for college, now is the time to fill out your FAFSA form. Although it’s tempting to wait until your 2015 tax info is complete before you fill out the form, Megan breaks down … Read More »
Are you a student who has zero idea how to start thinking about college? How do you begin the college search process when you have no idea what you want to major in? During this episode, Gretchen asks Megan’s advice … Read More »
Questions! Questions! We love questions! Here are the latest queries from College Prep Podcast listeners: Waiving Fees. I belong to a middle class family with a tight family income. Is there any way by which my SAT fees can get waived? … Read More »
Does it take you forever to fill out college and scholarship applications? Have you forgotten the exact date that you were a CIT at camp, or that your sports team won a state championship? When it comes to filling out … Read More »
It’s time to study for final exams! Are you ready? Whether you take your finals in December or later in January, the following tips are super relevant. Gretchen outlines 7 tips for how to plan and study for your finals, … Read More »