Behind the Admissions Curtain with Richard Roman

In this episode, Christine sits down with college admissions insider and PhD candidate Richard Roman to pull back the curtain on the college application process from the perspective of an admissions officer. From early decision pitfalls to essay strategy myths, Richard shares what matters when applying to college, and what doesn’t. They discuss the difference between public and private universities, how financial aid actually works, what admissions officers are really looking for in essays and extracurriculars, and why it’s time to stop comparing your kid to everyone else’s. If you’re a parent, student, or just college-curious, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and maybe a little less panic.