We love questions from our listeners. Here are the questions we tackle on today’s episode: SAT and ACT Accommodations: How can my daughter get extended time or other accommodations on the SAT or ACT? She has these in place at school, but … Read More »

Boost your ACT and SAT scores over winter break! Megan breaks down exactly what to do every day to improve your scores while you also enjoy the holiday break. She divides studying for these standardized tests into three important categories: Review … Read More »

Wondering what to get your college bound student for the holidays? Here’s our extensive list of student-friendly gifts. We’re including the links to all of them here, but don’t miss out on all the hilarious commentary. Megan and Gretchen clearly had … Read More »

Nervous about taking standardized tests? Want to know how to study for final exams? Learn from test prep expert Bara Sapir of Test Prep NY who gives tips on how to maximize scores and reduce test anxiety. Too often students … Read More »

Are you stressed out at this point in the semester? It’s hard to stay motivated in the face of increasing pressure, but it’s not impossible if you consider this checklist of motivation strategies. The College Prep Podcast cohosts have a fun … Read More »

What books should you read to help you with the college application process? Megan and Gretchen both have bookshelves chock full of important resources for families! In today’s episode, Megan shares some juicy nuggets about her favorite books about the … Read More »

We love questions from our listeners, and today we got some great ones! The Cost of a Liberal Arts Education. Becky, a mother who also homeschools her kids, asks: “Are elite Liberal Art colleges worth the price when no college can … Read More »

Getting tested for learning disabilities is not always the right choice for students who are struggling in school. Dr. Liz Angoff (drlizangoff.com), our guest expert for this episode, explains how assessment works, how to choose a good educational psychologist, and … Read More »

Tests are boring to study for and stressful to take. But they are the key to good grades…and to effective learning (according to some studies). In this episode, Gretchen Wegner lays out four key techniques that help students get great … Read More »

 We love it when our listeners write in! Here are the questions we tackle in today’s episode: Teen Staying Up Too Late: Julian is off to a great start for his Jr. year it’s hard not to be too busy with … Read More »