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#011 – On this episode, continuing our theme of important questions to ask to uncover the colleges or universities that are a good fit for your kids, we go over questions related to academic fit. No college or university is a good fit for every student, and that is extremely important to consider when it …

How to Choose a College That Is a Good Fit for You. Questions About Academics, Admission Requirements, Degrees Offered, Student Population Size, Student-Faculty Ratio, Class Size, Research Opportunities, Academic Support, and More Read More »

#010 – On this episode, we begin to talk about how important it is for a student to make a list of colleges to which to apply, by including schools that are a good fit for that student. The truth is that no college or university is a good fit for every student, regardless of …

How to Choose a College That Is a Good Fit for You. Questions About Location Read More »

#009 – Today on the show we are joined by the Dean of Student Services at East Los Angeles College, Miguel Dueñas, who shares with us important information about the new role of community colleges, and the value of Transfer Centers and Dual Enrollment Programs. Dean Dueñas talks about students who have graduated from East …

[Interview] Dr. Miguel Dueñas, Dean of Student Services at East Los Angeles College. How to Start College While Still in High School with Dual Enrollment Programs. The Importance of Transfer Programs in Community Colleges Read More »

#008 – Transfer Programs in Community Colleges across the country allow students to complete a number of courses that result in a seamless transition into 4-year colleges and universities. On this episode, we describe the different types of transfer programs, and talk about the value they have to offer beyond helping students transition to other …

Transfer Programs Offer Huge Advantages. Students Start at Community Colleges and Transition to Great 4-Year Colleges and Universities Read More »

#007 – The more selective a college or university is, the more requirements they have, and the higher the level they expect each requirement to be completed. On this episode, we talk about the qualities these schools are looking for in applicants to be considered for admission. These are qualities that go beyond grades, test …

How to Get Accepted Into the More Selective Colleges and Universities. Analysis of Admission Data for Students Accepted Into the University of Southern California, UCLA, and Stanford University Read More »

#006 – On this episode, we continue our conversation about colleges with higher admission rates by exploring Pacific Union College, or PUC as it is more commonly known, an institution with a 55% admission rate. Gene Edelbach, vice president at PUC with more 30 years of experience in higher education, joins us in the studio …

[Interview] Gene Edelbach, Vice President at Pacific Union College. Important Advantages Students Get at Smaller Private Colleges, the Importance of Campus Culture, and The Surprising Affordability of Private Institutions Read More »

#005 – On this episode you will learn about the admission requirements at colleges and universities with more lenient admission policies. You will discover the benefits students receive at these schools, which are typically designed to help them strengthen their academic skills. We will analyze the admission requirements at two institutions in the Los Angeles …

Applying to Colleges and Universities That Accept a Higher Number of Students. Analyzing Student Admission Data for High School Kids Who Were Accepted Into California State University Los Angeles, and Azusa Pacific University Read More »

#004 – We talk about what the first two years of college look like for most students pursuing a 4-year degree and dive deep into the general education curriculum. We discuss the surprising and positive lifelong effects these courses usually have in the future personal and professional lives of students. We present the different extracurricular …

The Importance of the First Two Years of College, and How the Extracurricular Activities Offered in College May Influence Your Kid Forever Read More »

#003 – On this episode of the CMP we speak with experienced college consultant and all-around great guy, Keegan Ash from Ash College Consulting. Keegan offers advice to parents and students to avoid the college admissions mishaps he has witnessed through the years. We talk about the important role “listening” plays in connecting with kids …

[Interview] Keegan Ash, College Admissions Consultant. How to Avoid Common Mistakes Parents Make While Helping Teens In the College Admission Process. The Importance of Listening to Your Teen, and the Significance of Scheduling a Weekly “Game Day.” Read More »

#002 – Did you ever wonder how many steps teens have to take to apply to college while in high school? I counted 15. That is, in addition to all that they have to do to do well in high school and as they deal with the turmoil that the teenage years bring to their …

Your Teen May Need You to Adjust Your Parenting Style During the College Admission Process. How to Apply Intentional Parenting While Avoiding Helicopter Parenting. Allowing Your Teen to Lead the Process Is a Necessary Part of His or Her Education Read More »