Inside College Admissions

Both Sides of the Desk: A Conversation with Jeremy Branch

We're joined by Jeremy Branch, Associate Director of College Counseling at The Haverford School, who brings 19 years of experience in college admission. Jeremy is al

Waitlisted? Here's What to Do Next

Being notified that you've been put on the waitlist can be a scary feeling. In this episode, we pull back the curtain and explain how the waitlist actually works on

Application and Enrollment Trends We're Seeing This Cycle

As a follow up to our annual Halftime Report, join three Scoir team members as we take a look at some application trends we uncovered earlier on in this enrollment cycle,

How to Find Your College Match

In this episode we talk about the importance of finding a college that's a good match for YOU. We'll share advice on where to start your search, what to conside

How to Spend Winter Break

Community Manager at Scoir, Sarah, shares her top pieces of advice for students heading into winter break. We cover 4 tips for seniors and 4 tips for underclassmen. Let&a

ACT and SAT Must-Knows for High Schoolers with Test Innovators

In this episode, we chat with Celena from Test Innovators, our test prep partner! If you’re feeling overwhelmed or confused about standardized testing, you’re in the righ

Chantal & Julie: A Scoir Success Story!

In this episode, we're joined by former Title I Counselor, Julie (aka Ms. K), and her former student, Chantal, as they fill us in on Chantal's incredible journe

How to Have a Productive (and Fun!) Summer

Summer is for relaxing and recharging, but it’s also a great opportunity to set yourself up for success! In this episode, former college counselor and former dean of admi

Campus Visits: What to Look for on Your Tour

Thinking about visiting colleges this summer or fall? In this podcast episode, we’re breaking down the importance of campus visits, what to look for on the tour, and more

[For Counselors & Teachers] Tips for Writing Letters of Recommendation

We shared an episode for students about requesting letters of recommendation, now we're sharing our pro tips for counselors and teachers as they write letters of rec

[For Students] How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation

Wondering how to ask for a letter of recommendation — and actually get a strong one? In this episode, we break down everything students need to know about recommendation

Course Selection: Strategies for Choosing your High School Courses

In this episode, Peter Van Buskirk, Strategic Advisor for Scoir and former Dean of Admission, shares pro tips for selecting your high school courses. We dive into what co

Why Counselors Give Us Hugs at NACAC [Event Replay]

In this webinar-turned-podcast, hear the experts talk about how Scoir's foundational work with high school counselors benefits the work of colleges, too. Liz McGonig

Pro Tips for Effective Writing and Communication

In this episode, Chief Growth Officer at Scoir, Ashley Smith, and former Dean of Admission, Peter Van Buskirk chat all things effective communication! Whether you're

What Students Really Want to Hear from Colleges

Join Ciara and Erika, Senior Engagement Strategists at Scoir and college admissions marketing professionals, plus Abby deSilva, Inbound Marketing Strategist at Scoir and

A Temperature Check on Admissions: Summer 2024

Our Chief Growth Officer, Ashley Smith, is joined by Peter Van Buskirk as he shares a recap of key takeaways and hot topics from this year's No Name Conference sessi

Navigating College Choices: Counselor Tips for Student and Parent/Guardian Harmony

In this episode, host Kaila Brown, former high school counselor, and guest Aaron Fulk, Director of College Counseling at the University School of Nashville, offer insight

Navigating Higher Education Budgeting Amid the Changing Admissions Landscape

By 2027, the number of names nationally available for search will drop by 38%, according to Forbes. A shifting public perception of college and post-high school plans alo

5 Essential To-Dos Before Junior Year

Back by popular demand, Tom from College Essay Guy Team joins us for this fun episode! We'll share 5 of the most essential tasks we recommend you complete BEFORE you

5 Essential To-Dos Before Senior Year

What do Olivia Rodrigo and college application culture have in common? 🤔 In this episode, Tom from the College Essay Guy Team joins Elena to talk about this and much more