The College Search Shift: From Coastal Dreams to Small Liberal Arts Reality Ep. 82

In this episode of Don't Chuck It Up, college counselor Chuck interviews Mason Campbell, a sophomore at Coe College who pivoted from dreaming of coastal schools and Disney to finding his fit at a small liberal arts college in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Mason discusses the realities of being a D3 student-athlete, balancing a biology pre-med major with the rigorous schedule of a starting center on the football team. He highlights the benefits of Coe’s 4-4-1 academic calendar, specifically his upcoming May Term study abroad trip to Europe, and explains how the close-knit community and Supplemental Instruction (SI) helped him transition from a high schooler who never studied to a successful college student. Whether you are navigating the college recruitment process or curious about the pre-med track, Mason’s journey offers essential advice on finding a school where you stay for the people and the relationships with your professors.