College Admissions Decoded

Inside the Guide: Exploring Ethical Practice in College Admission

In this episode, members of NACAC’s Admission Practices Committee share how NACAC’s Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission supports college admission professional

Setting Your College-Bound Student Up for Success in 2025

In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, we’re focusing on one of the most important, but often overlooked, parts of the college journey: the transition from high s

Higher Education Advocacy in Uncertain Times: Navigating Policy Changes in College Admission

NACAC's David Hawkins and Sean Robins discuss the administration's changes to education policy, including efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and anti-D

Celebrating School Counselors

In honor of National School Counseling Week, we are shining a spotlight on the work of school counselors and the vital role they play in students’ lives. Every day, schoo

AI in College Admission: How is artificial intelligence impacting students and professionals?

In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, host Eddie Pickett is joined by NACAC members Emily Pacheco and Sebastian Brown to explore the impact of AI in higher educa

Bridging Generations: Navigating Workplace Dynamics in Higher Education

In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, host Eddie Pickett and NACAC members Kimberly Rutland West and Brooklyn Duong unpack how Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennial

The Power of Advocacy: How School Counselors Can Drive Change in Education

In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, host Eddie Pickett sits down with three NACAC members—Priscilla Grijalva, Candice Mackey, and Stephanie Brazinsky—to explor

Empowering Perspectives: Women Leaders in College Admission Counseling

In this episode, NACAC Board Director Tahirah Jordan Crawford leads an engaging discussion with two accomplished women leaders in the world of college admission counselin

Uniquely Powerful: Insights Into the Women’s College Experience

Women's colleges offer transformative experiences for students that are more important than ever. These institutions provide access to inclusive campus communities and ac

The True Benefits of Studying Abroad

Studying abroad is so much more than enrolling in college courses in a different country—the experience can fundamentally change the course of your future. But who is thi

Tips for Parents: Avoiding Mistakes and Assumptions

Parents are undoubtedly an instrumental part of the college admissions process for incoming students—but how much influence should parents actually have in this process?

The State of College Admissions Testing

As more colleges become test-optional, admissions officers are tasked with defining the value of ACT/SAT tests—what they convey about students, and their level of importa

The Power of Hispanic Serving Institutions

In this episode, host Eddie Pickett and his guests explore the role of over 500 HSIs in the United States in serving millions students from both the admission angle and v

Finding and Supporting Veteran Students on Campus

In today’s episode, we talk about meeting veteran students where they are and how to best support them on their college journey. Veterans come from a range of backgrounds

Bridging Gaps in Context and Personal Writing in the College Application Process

Bridging Gaps in Context and Personal Writing in the College Application Process As a prospective college student, how can you craft your college application to shine in

Women’s History Month Edition: Balancing Life, Family, and a Career You Love: Reflections from Admissions legend, Mary Lou Bates

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we speak with a leader who is the true definition of longevity and commitment, Mary Lou Bates, Vice President and Dean of Admissi

Women's History Month Edition: Reflections on Building a Meaningful and Impactful Career: Featuring Higher Education Legend, Youlonda Copeland Morgan

In recognition of Women’s History Month, today’s special episode focuses on empowering women to achieve their professional goals. We speak with one of the leaders in adva

Why Gratitude Matters in the College Application Process

College applications are meticulously designed to understand who a student is academically and interpersonally. In recent years, applications have included new prompts fo

A Guide for Students with Learning Differences to Applying, Choosing, and Thriving in College

At least 10% of students on college campuses have a learning difference. In this conversation, two college admissions professionals share what students should look for wh

Race-Conscious Admission and the Potential Implications of the Upcoming Supreme Court Ruling

Race-Conscious Admission has been a component of the college admission process for over half a century and has endured legal battles for decades. With three new justices