Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

Education Podcasts

Unlocking the Secrets to Your College SearchTop 10% Podcast and Top 25 for Education How ToAre you tired of feeling stressed about the college search and college admissions? Do you feel like you’re on information overload and are sure you’ll miss something? Wonder where to start or what to do next? Is there a wrong school or path for your student? Do you wish you could be confident in understanding your college admission journey? Would an organization system help you keep track of dates, deadlines, and action steps? Do you want to save time and energy with less arguing and feelings of overwhelm?In this podcast, you will learn the simplest, yet most effective ways to help you Research your college options, understand the college admissions process, and easily make a decision – all while having positive conversations with your student! My mission is to serve students and their families and unlock the secrets to college searching with college-ready knowledge, systems, and a positive outlook, helping you be confident in your college search! If you’re ready to say yes to finding the right path for your student and being college-ready, you’re in the right place!Hey, there! I’m Courtney. A wife, boy-mom, lover of all things Harry Potter, and escape rooms. As a mental health therapist turned school counselor with over 15 years of experience, I have seen SO many students and families struggle with feelings of stress, overwhelm, and anxiety as they think about what to do after high school. The college search has multiple parts and each one seems just as big as the last one. Families and students spend hours researching schools, studying, and considering the right college. I am bringing my knowledge and expertise to help you navigate the college search experience. I realized that families and students need a plan that is suited to their needs and interests. If you’re ready to navigate high school and the college search process with someone to walk you through step by step…..all while managing stress, having positive communication, and providing simple and effective steps for you to follow, this podcast is for you! Grab a pen and notebook and get ready! I’m here to serve you and your student! Learn More at www.confusedtocollegready.com Connect at admin@confusedtoready.com Community www.confusedtocollegeready.com/group Instagram and Facebook @ confusedtocollegeready Free Guide on How to Start or Expand Your Business www.confusedtoready.com/howtostart Interested in a private coaching session to help you get unstuck? Email Courtney at admin@confusedtoready.com

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Education Podcasts

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Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search*****Top 10% Podcast and Top 25 for Education How To*****Are you tired of feeling stressed about the college search and college admissions? Do you feel like you’re on information overload and are sure you’ll miss something? Wonder where to start or what to do next? Is there a wrong school or path for your student? Do you wish you could be confident in understanding your college admission journey? Would an organization system help you keep track of dates, deadlines, and action steps? Do you want to save time and energy with less arguing and feelings of overwhelm?In this podcast, you will learn the simplest, yet most effective ways to help you Research your college options, understand the college admissions process, and easily make a decision – all while having positive conversations with your student! My mission is to serve students and their families and unlock the secrets to college searching with college-ready knowledge, systems, and a positive outlook, helping you be confident in your college search! If you’re ready to say yes to finding the right path for your student and being college-ready, you’re in the right place!Hey, there! I’m Courtney. A wife, boy-mom, lover of all things Harry Potter, and escape rooms. As a mental health therapist turned school counselor with over 15 years of experience, I have seen SO many students and families struggle with feelings of stress, overwhelm, and anxiety as they think about what to do after high school. The college search has multiple parts and each one seems just as big as the last one. Families and students spend hours researching schools, studying, and considering the right college. I am bringing my knowledge and expertise to help you navigate the college search experience. I realized that families and students need a plan that is suited to their needs and interests. If you’re ready to navigate high school and the college search process with someone to walk you through step by step…..all while managing stress, having positive communication, and providing simple and effective steps for you to follow, this podcast is for you! Grab a pen and notebook and get ready! I’m here to serve you and your student! Learn More at www.confusedtocollegready.com Connect at admin@confusedtoready.com Community www.confusedtocollegeready.com/group Instagram and Facebook @ confusedtocollegeready Free Guide on How to Start or Expand Your Business www.confusedtoready.com/howtostart Interested in a private coaching session to help you get unstuck? Email Courtney at admin@confusedtoready.com

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https://www.confusedtocollegready.com

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admin@confusedtoready.com

Episodes

Ep. 77 // Key Considerations to Find a College for Me ... or My Student

2/14/2024

How do I find a college for me? Is there a right college for my student? How many colleges should be on my list? If you have asked one of these questions or similar questions, this episode is for you! Today we are going to talk about the key considerations in your student’s college search. Links from the Episode: https://www.nacacnet.org/nacac-college-fairs/https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search/filtershttps://www.collegefairguide.com/https://www.collegexpress.com/ This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:15:54

Ep. 76 // Talking with Admission Offices: An Interview Tip Guide

1/23/2024

Conversations with admission offices are a large part of the college search, whether you are talking with admissions representatives about questions you have in your first interactions with the college, or if you are getting ready for an alumni interview. This is your student’s chance to make a great first impression! This interview tip guide will make sure your student is confident as they approach this exciting time of their lives! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:16:40

Ep. 75 // Your Options for College: Kickstart Your Search

1/17/2024

Knowing about your options for college can seem daunting at first! If you're like many of the families I work with you may have asked yourself one of these questions. How do I choose a college? What are the right schools? How do I get started with the search? When should I start visiting colleges? Where can I find the best college search tools? Even if you aren’t sure what to do, take a deep breath, and know that these steps will help you kickstart your college search and make some choices about your college selection. This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:15:31

Ep. 74 // Tips to Start the Year and Semester Strong

1/10/2024

The winter break is over and a new semester is starting! This is the time of year when semesters already ended or they will be. Whether you are starting new classes, or a new marking period, the way we think, and encourage our children to think, about the new beginning can make a huge difference in how the semester goes. This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:11:39

Ep. 73 // How to Survive the Waiting Game in College Admissions

12/14/2023

Your student worked SO hard on their college applications! From The effort they put in over the last four years with their coursework and extracurricular activities, to completing college applications, spending hours on making sure the essay is JUST RIGHT and that it has the right college name on it, and then you have to wait….and wait….and wait! Have you ever heard the saying “Hurry up and Wait?” It isn’t easy, but today I want to talk about some steps you can take and how to survive the waiting game for your admissions decisions! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:14:52

Ep. 72 // 6 Helpful Career Assessment Quizzes

12/13/2023

Several career assessment quizzes can help your students consider possible careers that may be a fit for them. There are multiple aptitude tests and career interest inventories that can provide helpful information as your student begins their career and college search. Today we are going to talk through 6 different tools to help your student start their exploration! Links Mentioned in the Episode 16 Personalities: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test MAPP Career Assessment https://www.assessment.com/ MyNextMove Interest Profiler: https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip Holland Code Career Quiz: https://www.truity.com/test/holland-code-career-test Career Personality Profiler: https://www.truity.com/view/tests/personality-career Career Explorer: https://www.careerexplorer.com/ Roadtrip Nation: https://roadtripnation.com/ This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:16:16

Ep. 71 // 7 Ways to Spend The Winter Break

12/6/2023

December is here and more and more conversations will circle around how people plan to spend the winter break. If you’re like most of the families I work with, and my family, you are looking forward to the winter break from school! We have a lot that is still coming in the next few weeks, but having time away from routines, busy schedules, and having family time is something so many are looking forward to! I’m going to share 7 ways you can spend your winter break! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:17:40

Ep. 70 // How to Search for Scholarships

11/28/2023

Do you know how to search for scholarships? ’ll never forget the day I got an email from a parent in a state of shock over college price tags. I could sense the panic in her words. She had no idea how much college cost, and more importantly how they were going to pay for it! Today we are going to talk about when and how you can start searching for scholarships and navigate college expenses and how to pay for them. You can find links referenced in the podcast below. Fastweb: https://www.fastweb.com/ College Board Opportunity Scholarship: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships Cappex: https://www.appily.com/scholarships FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa CSS Profile: https://cssprofile.collegeboard.org/ This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:27:27

Ep. 69 // Is It Too Late to Apply to College?

11/26/2023

As we get closer to December 1, parents may be wondering what to do if their student still hasn’t applied to any colleges. Don’t stress! There are still options and we are going to look at the steps you need to take with the college application process. Maybe your senior already submitted applications but is considering applying to another school or they are interested in applying to an honors college. If you have underclassmen at home, this is still something you can benefit from in learning about what you should expect in the college application process. The sooner you start thinking about everything, the more time you have to not feel stressed For those of you with seniors, let’s get this party started! You can find links referenced in the podcast below. College Board Big Future: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ CollegeXpress: https://www.collegexpress.com/ Common Application: https://www.commonapp.org/ Coalition Application: https://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/ Common Black College Application: https://commonblackcollegeapp.com/ This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:14:54

Ep. 68 // FAFSA New Changes 2024-2025

11/15/2023

Today we are going to talk about the upcoming FAFSA New Changes for the 2024-2025 school year. The FAFSA is the official federal aid tool to determine if students qualify for federal aid to pay for college. Even if you won’t qualify for need-based aid, your college may require you to complete the FAFSA. Learn about the newest updates today! You can find links referenced in the podcast below. Federal Student Aid Estimator: https://studentaid.gov/aid-estimator/ FAFSA Prototype: https://financialaidtoolkit.ed.gov/tk/announcement-detail.jsp?id=fafsa-prototype Federal Student Aid: https://studentaid.gov/ FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:15:15

Ep. 67 Good Gift Ideas for Teens

11/8/2023

As birthdays or the holidays get closer, many families are looking for good gift ideas for teens. Whether you are looking to buy something for your child, a niece, a nephew, a grandchild, or a friend of the family, you want to make sure the gift you buy is one that they will like – and something that will be useful! Today we are going to dive into several areas to make your holiday gifts count! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? Episode 12: 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches Episode 58: Is College Right for Me? Episode 59: Is a Four-Year College Worth the Cost? Episode 61: How to Find Colleges For Me Episode 62: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1 Episode 63: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 2 You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:12:05

Ep. 66 // How to Pay For College

11/2/2023

One of the questions I am asked most often is how to pay for college. Whether you have been saving for college for years, or don’t have anything saved at all, today we are going to talk about different ways you can pay for college. If you don’t talk about finances as a family, it may feel uncomfortable but this is a great conversation to have! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? Episode 12: 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches Episode 58: Is College Right for Me? Episode 59: Is a Four-Year College Worth the Cost? Episode 61: How to Find Colleges For Me Episode 62: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1 Episode 63: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 2 You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:18:52

Ep. 65 // What Colleges Look For In An Application

10/18/2023

The college application process can feel daunting as you look at personal statements, optional essays, extracurricular activities, potential majors and requirements for programs, whether or not to send your ACT or SAT score, and so much more. Join us today as we look at the specific information colleges are looking for when they review applications and what you need to include! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? Episode 12: 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches Episode 58: Is College Right for Me? Episode 59: Is a Four-Year College Worth the Cost? Episode 61: How to Find Colleges For Me Episode 62: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1 Episode 63: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 2 You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:11:39

Ep. 64 // How Does A GPA Work?

7/8/2023

We are talking about a topic that can be shrouded in mystery: How does a GPA work? GPA, or Grade Point Average, is crucial when applying to college. Let’s unravel the secrets to help you understand how it works! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? Episode 12: 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches Episode 58: Is College Right for Me? Episode 59: Is a Four-Year College Worth the Cost? Episode 61: How to Find Colleges For Me Episode 62: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1 Episode 63: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 2 You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:17:10

Ep. 63 // 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 2

6/22/2023

Today we are finishing up the 7 things you need to be aware of as you create your college list! Don't miss the bonus organization tip at the end! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? Episode 12: 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches Episode 58: Is College Right for Me? Episode 59: Is a Four-Year College Worth the Cost? Episode 61: How to Find Colleges For Me Episode 62: 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1 You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:15:49

Ep. 62 // 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1

6/21/2023

A question I am often asked in my role as a school counselor and as a college consultant is how do I choose a college? In today’s episode, we are going to break down the 7 things you need to be aware of as you create your college list. There are 7 college priority areas for you to think about. If you stay tuned to the end of the episode, I also have a bonus organization tip for you! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? Episode 12: 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches Episode 58: Is College Right for Me? Episode 59: Is a Four-Year College Worth the Cost? Episode 61: How to Find Colleges For Me You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:18:40

Ep. 61 // How to Find Colleges for Me

6/14/2023

Today, we are diving into an exciting journey that many of you are in the middle of or you are about to embark on: How to Find colleges for me! Whether you are a high school student eager to explore your options or a parent wanting to support your teenager’s dreams and goals, this video is packed with invaluable tips on how to kick-start your college search and find the right college for you! We are going to focus on two tips to help you save time and money and be confident in your college search! college search to be confident in your search and save you time and money! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? Episode 12: 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches Episode 58: Is College Right for Me? Episode 59: Is a Four Year College Worth the Cost? You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:09:52

Ep. 60 // Ways to Search for Colleges

5/24/2023

Today, we are going to talk about 3 different tools and ways to help you search for colleges and create your college list. This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette Episode 17 Visiting College Campuses: Making the Most of Your Time Episode 18 Questions to Ask College Admissions Counselors Episode 38 Your Roadmap to College Episode 41 Prioritizing Your College Criteria You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:08:46

Ep. 59 // Is a Four Year College Worth the Cost?

5/17/2023

A recent survey looked at how many people think the cost of attending a four-year college is worth it. What do you think? Is a four-year college worth the cost? Today we are going to give you insight into how to decide just what is right for YOU! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!

Duration:00:16:03

Ep. 58 // Is College Right For Me?

5/10/2023

Do I have to go to college? What are the options? Is college right for me? These are some great questions, and ones we will go into detail on in this episode! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! Download our free guide on how to start or expand your college search at www.confusedtoready.com/howtostart.

Duration:00:15:47