Shift - College admissions in a changing world

Education Podcasts

The college admissions landscape is undergoing massive change. Our mission is to help you navigate these changes and get into your dream school. We give you tips and tactics for mastering the college admissions process, from application essays, to...

Episodes

Financial aid horror stories to avoid

Why confidence is the key to a great college admissions essay

How to find your best fit college - and get in

College application tips for classically educated students

Mastering grammar questions on the SAT and ACT

How to build a self-study plan for neurodiverse students

Executive functioning vs. study skills: which does my child need?

Applying to college as a homeschooled student (and parent)

What to expect as you start studying for standardized tests (SAT, ACT, CLT)

To control the cost of college, you need a strategy

How a passion project helped Shellee Howard’s son get a full ride scholarship Harvard

How to build and share a great art portfolio for your college application

Why parents should look beyond popular college ranking sites

How remote university students can make the most of online learning

Why you should reframe how you think about high school and college

How to send your child to college without going into debt

The complete guide to college transfers

A college admissions officer's advice on what they look for in an application

How veterans can make college work for them

Going international for college