Best Fit Tips

Episodes

1. 11

   Five Important Steps for Juniors to Take when Creating their College Lists

   COVID has changed many things about college admissions. However, building the college list is still an important step for juniors in high school to begin at this time. Check out this podcast to learn steps and gain resources so that your child will find their best fit college: academically,...

   Jan 22, 2021

   15m
2. 10

   Five Important Steps for Juniors to Take when Creating their College Lists

   COVID has created many changes in the college admission process. However, building the college list can still be done with ease and focus. Juniors, currently in high school, should begin this process now in order to find their best fit: academically, socially and financially.

   Jan 22, 2021

   15m
3. 9

   Should I Consider a Gap Program During this Pandemic?

   Today's high school students have learned to become more flexible due to the changes brought by a world-wide pandemic. With two school years now being affected by COVID, some families are asking questions like: If college will be online this fall, is it still worth applying? How does my child...

   Dec 29, 2020

   13m
4. 8

   College Applications for the Class of 2021.

   Making Caring Common Project is an initiative promoting the values college admissions officers will be focusing on in this college application process. Covid-19 changed many of the metrics previously used to measure and decide on college applicants. This initiative brings hope and equity.

   Aug 24, 2020

   12m
5. 7

   Writing the Common Application Personal Statement.

   The Common Application has seven Personal Statements to choose from. In May, an optional question was added under the "Additional Information" section. Students can share, in 250 words or less, the effects COVID-19 had on them this past semester. In this episode I interview Irene Frazier, essay...

   Jul 14, 2020

   15m
6. 6

   Self-care for Teen Anxiety and Stress

   Coronavirus has created much change for everyone. Teenagers are especially susceptible to difficulties during these times. How can we support them and what are ways they can reduce anxiety?

   Jul 6, 2020

   15m
7. 5

   What A Gap Year (or semester) Might Look Like During the Coronavirus.

   There are many options for taking a gap year. Here are some of them, including resources to learn about more a student can do when taking some gap time.

   Jun 22, 2020

   12m
8. 4

   This Summer High School Students Can Explore Their Passions, Purpose and Values

   During this time of the coronavirus many students have been limited in the activities they can be involved in. By taking the time this summer to use free online resources, students can discover more about themselves through online assessments. When students are more aware of their strengths…

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   Jun 15, 2020

   10m
9. 3

   Predictions on the Future of University Admissions in this time of the Coronavirus.

   How might universities and colleges look in the near future due to changes brought about by COVID-19? Listen to this brief episode that delves into what experts are saying. What advice do we give to rising seniors in this time?

   Jun 8, 2020

   10m
10. 2

    We're Self Isolating: How Can I Build My College Activities List?

    Typically, for high school students, the summer was a great time to expand horizons, learn new skills, explore college campuses, job shadow, intern and more. Due to changes with the coronavirus, activities have been limited. What can your teen do this summer to still stand out to college…

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    Jun 4, 2020

    11m
11. 1

    Best Fit Tips (Trailer)

    May 16, 2020

    0m