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 »

Although the benefits of Early Decision applications to college are huge, it can be a costly mistake for families who don’t consider all the angles. In this episode, Megan Dorsey turns a complex process about whether to apply Early Decision … Read More »

Find out what colleges are looking for in a good recommendation letter, what teachers should and should say, and what families can do to ensure that your letters knock it out of the park. Students and parents will want to … Read More »

Good note taking can help you ace your tests, but bad note taking can really get in the way of getting great grades. During this episode, we discuss the following mistakes that most students make: Writing too much Not writing enough … Read More »

In high schools across the country, 9th and 10th graders will be taking the PSAT test in the next few weeks. Many of them have no idea how important this test is for their college prospects! Megan Dorsey breaks down … Read More »