ACES Your Application

In this episode, we sit down with Amy Malone, a high school counselor from Monticello High School, to discuss the guidance she offers students as they prepare for and navigate the college application process. Amy shares practical advice, common challenges she sees, and key steps students can take to feel confident and supported from start to finish. Want to read along? Download the transcript for episode 6 of the ACES Your Application podcast.

In this episode, we sit down with community college advisors Tammy Miller from Joliet Junior College and Ryan Wildman from Lake Land College to unpack the transfer process. From when to start planning, to choosing between schools, avoiding common pitfalls, and setting yourself up for a smooth transition—this conversation is packed with practical tips for future transfer students. Want to read along? Download the transcript for episode 5 of the ACES Your Application podcast.

Kristin Van Duyne from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign joins us as we talk through what a holistic review means at the University of Illinois and how an application goes through that process. Want to read along? Download the transcript for episode 4 of the ACES Your Application podcast.

Study Abroad Director, Ali Freter, joins us to talk about the study abroad experiences that are available freshman year! Want to read along? Download the transcript for episode 3 of the ACES Your Application podcast.

Choosing your first and second choice major at Illinois in ACES? We’ve got you covered! We dive into tips for matching your interests with your skills and making smart connections when selecting your backup option. Plus, hear insights from special guest Caroline Helton, Director of ACE Undergraduate Admissions and Advising, on how to approach the process with confidence. Want to read along? Download the transcript for episode 2 of the ACES Your Application podcast.

Welcome to ACES your Application, the podcast where we help you navigate your journey to the College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences — better known as ACES — at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. On this episode, we guide you through some key points before you hit that submit button. Want to read along? Download the transcript for the pilot episode of the ACES Your Application podcast.