College Planning Simplified

How to Nail Your Supplemental Essays

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Stephanie and Lindsey break down the supplemental essays that impact admissions outcomes, from Why Us to Why Major to the short quirky

The Common App Activities List: What Admissions Officers Really Notice

Send us Fan Mail We talk with Brooke Willette, Assistant Director of Admissions at the University of Vermont, about why the Common App activities list is one of the most

Why Smart Teens Procrastinate on College Applications (And What Parents Can Do)

Send us Fan Mail We talk with productivity coach Gigi Miller about why college admissions can trigger overwhelm, procrastination, and shutdown even for high-achieving te

How To Choose The Right Common App Personal Statement Prompt

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jamie Pack, Director of Content at Advantage College Planning helps break down what the Common App personal statement is really for, th

Test Smarter, Not Harder: How to Choose and Maximize SAT or ACT Scores

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Stephanie sits down with test prep expert Jenny Cochran from ArborBridge to break down what the SAT and ACT really measure and why “eas

Why Valedictorians Get Denied

Send us Fan Mail A big welcome to our new host, Stephanie D’Souza! In this episode, Stephanie shares what she learned reading applications inside multiple admissions off

Are You Ready for College Apps? 4 Things Seniors Should Do Now

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle breaks down four key tasks every rising senior should tackle before senior year begins. From sta

Inside the College Essay: Tips for Writing with Confidence

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle is joined by Jamie Pack, Director of Content and a college consultant at Advantage College Plann

What Does a Record Number of Applications Mean for University of Tennessee Admissions?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle is joined by Clay Alexander from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, to discuss the evolving

How Can Students Maximize Their Summer for College Success?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, host Arielle and Lindsey Roy discuss how students can make the most out of their summer. They emphasize

Applying to UNC-Chapel Hill: Insights from the Admissions Office

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle is joined by Jared Rosenberg, the Interim Director of Admissions at the University of North Caro

From High School to Med School: How to Start Preparing Now

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle is joined by Simrat Arora, a fourth-year medical student at UNC Chapel Hill, to discuss her jour

Junior Year Milestones: Staying on Track for College Success

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle and Advantage College Planning team member Gina Wilner discuss important steps for high school j

Why Should You Consider Ole Miss for College?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle chats with Martin Fisher, Director of Campus Visit and Orientation Programs at the University of

What College-Bound Athletes Need to Know About Recruiting

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle focuses on the college recruitment process for student athletes with Amy Bryant. They cover key

Innovation, Business & the Honors College at UNC Charlotte

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle is joined by Sam Cady from UNC Charlotte to explore the university’s innovative initiatives, inc

How Parents Can Help With College Applications

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle covers five key tips for parents during the college application process, from filling out parent

College Application Timeline: What You Need to Work on Now!

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Arielle and her teammate, Arrin Dutton discuss how seniors can prepare for the application season. They chat about deadlines, essays, t

What's The Admissions Process At The University of Georgia?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Arielle is joined by Cindy Ganas from the University of Georgia to discuss how students can succeed in the UGA admissions process. They

College Planning Tips from a High School Counselor

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Arielle invites Justin, a high school Dean of Students, to share tips for effective communication with your high school counselor, stra