College Admissions Insider

College Admissions Insider

Bucknell University

Episodes 110
Avg. Duration 24m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 4.8 (36)
Since Oct 2020
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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About This Podcast

A whole lot happens between choosing a list of top schools and getting that thick acceptance envelope in the mail. But you don't have to take that journey alone. On each episode of College Admissions Insider, we talk to real college admissions counselors to bring you expert advice for your college search. Learn how to find the right college fit, build a list of finalists, and create an application that gets noticed. This podcast is an initiative of Bucknell University but is designed for students applying to any school.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 100: The Future of Higher Education

Feb 16, 2026 24m

Since 2020, we've pulled back the curtain on all things admissions, sharing expert advice for your college journey.Today, we're celebrating our 100th episode of College Admissions Insider by tackling…

Episode 99: College Planning Timeline: 12th Grade

Feb 10, 2026 8m

Senior year is finally here, and with it comes all of the excitement and nervousness about what comes next.For students with their eyes set on college, now is the time to get to work on submitting…

Episode 98: College Planning Timeline: 11th Grade

Jan 20, 2026 8m

When it comes to the college search process, it can feel like all eyes are on junior year.From the classes you take and the grades you earn, to the steps you take to explore colleges and…

Episode 97: College Planning Timeline: 10th Grade

Jan 07, 2026 8m

After nearly 100 episodes, we've learned that it's never too early to start planning for college.  In our College Planning Timeline series, Becca and Brooke are offering a step-by-step action plan to…

Episode 96: College Planning Timeline: 9th Grade

Dec 17, 2025 8m

Applying to college may seem like one big step toward your future, but you'll be more successful — and less stressed — if you instead see that journey as dozens of smaller steps. In the next four…

Episode 95: Artificial Intelligence in College Admissions

Dec 01, 2025 31m

If there's one thing that's always constant, it's change. Nowhere is that more true than in the field of technology. Like many industries, higher education is transforming in the midst of the newest…

Episode 94: Demonstrated Interest

Oct 20, 2025 18m

Submitting your application is the ultimate way you'll tell a college you want in. But that's just the end of the story. In the years before you apply, many admissions offices will be on the lookout…

Episode 93: Crushing the College Interview

Sep 22, 2025 22m

The application is the main way colleges and universities get to know you as an applicant. But it's not the only way. At some schools, students are invited to share their story in-person through an…

Episode 92: Attending College Far From Home, Pt. 2

Jul 16, 2025 21m

For some students, college is just a short drive away. For others, it means crossing time zones, states or even coasts.In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we’re diving into what it’s…

Episode 91: Attending College Far From Home, Pt. 1

Jun 27, 2025 22m

For some students, their dream school might be right down the road. While for others, it's a road trip, train or plane ride away.On today's episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll talk about…

Episode 90: How to Use Outcomes in Your College Search

Jun 03, 2025 25m

When so much of the college search is about what you'll do during university, it can be easy to push off what comes after until, well, after. But knowing what graduates go on to accomplish can be a…

Episode 89: Building Your College List

May 19, 2025 23m

Whether you're just now thinking about college or have been visiting campuses for months, there's a step in the college process that all students arrive at: Building a college list.With thousands of…

Minisode: Waitlists

Apr 21, 2025 10m

Spring is officially here, and with it, those long-awaited responses from college admissions.You may think there's only two options. “Congrats, you're in,” or, “We regret to inform you.” But plenty…

Episode 88: Community-Based Organizations

Feb 27, 2025 20m

From Google to mobile apps to podcasts like this, there are countless resources out there to help students find the school that's right for them and craft a strong application. Many students might…

Episode 87: Pre-College Programs

Jan 29, 2025 20m

Websites, brochures and social media can only tell you so much about what a college is like. While visiting in person is an excellent way to get a feel for campus life, there are even more immersive…

Episode 86: Tackling the Application Essay

Dec 20, 2024 28m Transcript

Tell us about a challenge you faced and how you overcame it.Reflect on a moment when your actions made a difference for others.Describe one of your passions and why it lights you up. These aren't…

Episode 85: Breaking down the FAFSA and CSS Profile

Nov 22, 2024 34m

There's no shortage of acronyms in higher education, but perhaps none are more important for prospective students than FAFSA and CSS.For students and families seeking financial aid, these are the…

Minisode: Minimum Requirements for College

Nov 08, 2024 12m

In this minisode of College Admissions Insider, Brooke and Becca dive into minimum requirements. You'll learn what minimum requirements are, how they might differ between schools, and ways that you…

(Re-air) Episode 5: Writing a Killer College Application Essay

Oct 14, 2024 31m

At schools like Bucknell that receive thousands of applications every year, there’s a good chance some applicants will have similar grades, academic rigor, and extracurricular involvement.But there's…

Episode 84: A Parent Perspective from Admissions Professionals

Sep 24, 2024 20m Transcript

While it may be the student who gets admitted to college in the end, they aren't the only ones with a hand in the process. From those initial Google searches to campus visits and beyond, parents and…

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College Admissions Insider has published 110 episodes since October 2020, covering topics in Education, How To.

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