Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

Planning for college? Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to learn what colleges are really looking for and how to highlight your hard-won achievements for the best chance at success. Every week, we gather former admissions and financial aid officers as well as other expert guests for candid, behind-the-scenes talk. New episodes drop every Thursday.

Episodes

October 29, 2026 • 57 mins

Join host Ian Fisher for a special episode devoted entirely to insights from the recent NACAC Conference in Minneapolis. Ian is joined by College Coaches Kyra Tyler and Abigail Anderson as they reflect on thought-provoking discussions from one of ...

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Join host Kyra Tyler for an informative look at the journey to becoming a physician, from identifying as a pre-med student in high school to planning for the significant financial investment required for medical school.

First, Kyra sits down with

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Join host Dina Birmingham for a comprehensive introduction to the U.S. Service Academies. From the unique admissions process to the opportunities these institutions offer, this episode provides valuable insights for students and families considering a military academy education. Along t...

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Join host Sally Ganga for an in-depth look at college admission interviews and video introductions. As colleges continue to offer applicants multiple ways to share their stories beyond the written application, understanding how to present yourself authentically and effectively has never been more important.

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October 1, 2026 • 52 mins

Join host Ian Fisher for timely conversations celebrating the launch of this year's financial aid application season.

First, he welcomes finance expert Jennifer Wilcox for a discussion on Read more

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Host Sally Ganga welcomes guests to discuss college admissions, campus exploration, and financial opportunities through the lens of Hispanic and Latinx student experiences.

In the first segment, Sally is joined by Gerardo Ochoa, a higher education executive,...

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In celebration of National Arts in Education Week, host Kyra Tyler explores the unique opportunities and challenges facing students pursuing college pathways in the performing and visual arts. From preparing competitive portfolios and auditions to understanding scholarships and budgetin...

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September 10, 2026 • 62 mins

Dina welcomes College Coach Ian Fisher, a familiar voice to podcast listeners, for Tales from the Road: A Day in the Life of an Admissions Counselor in the Fall. He pulls back the curtain on what life is really like for college admission counselors during travel season and shares how st...

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Host Ian Fisher welcomes three experts for a practical conversation designed to help students and families get organized and make informed decisions about their college application process.

In Segment 1, longtime College Coach counselor Marj Southworth break...

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August 27, 2026 • 55 mins

Host Sally Ganga is joined by College Coach counselors Joy Biscornet and Robin Khadduri, along with finance expert Aimee Yorsaner, for a discussion of The Anxious Generation...

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Host Kyra Tyler takes a deep dive into two of the largest and most popular public university systems in the country, providing essential updates for students applying to California colleges this year. From application requirements and recent changes to financial aid considerations, this episode offers a helpful guide for fami...

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August 13, 2026 • 59 mins

The college application season is underway, and with each new cycle come updates that students and families need to know. On this episode of Getting In: A College Coach Conversation, host Dina Birmingham sits down with several College Coach colleagues to break down some of the most imp...

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August 6, 2026 • 53 mins

Host Ian Fisher examines the realities of admission and affordability at the nation's most selective colleges, separating headlines and misconceptions from the facts families need to know. From admission trends and testing policies to financial aid and paying the bill, this episode takes a practical look at the institutions o...

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Host Sally Ganga explores financial aid and college applications before launching an exciting new series that celebrates the traditions that make campuses unique.

In the first segment, Sally is joined by finance expert Beth F...

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Host Sally Ganga brings together admission and finance perspectives for a timely conversation about preparing to start college this fall, followed by another installment of our "Meet an Educator" series featuring one of the newer members of the Bright Horizons College Coach team.

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July 16, 2026 • 58 mins

Host Dina Birmingham makes her debut as a podcast host with a special episode featuring a guest who has played an important role in her own life: her older brother, Roger J. Thompson, the 31st President of Saint Mary's College of California. Toget...

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July 9, 2026 • 53 mins

Host Ian Fisher welcomes listeners for an episode featuring two familiar faces and one new voice.

In the first segment, Ian continues the "Meet an Educator" series with College Coach St...

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Host Sally Ganga continues our "Deep Dive" series with a closer look at Rollins College, a private liberal arts institution located in Winter Park, Florida, just outside Orlando. With approximately

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June 25, 2026 • 53 mins

Host Kyra Tyler celebrates the 40th anniversary of Bright Horizons with an in-depth conversation with CEO Stephen Kramer and a look back at the company's remarkable journey.

In t...

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Shannon Vasconcelos takes the mic for her final episode as host. Don't worry though, she'll be back as a guest at some point!

In the first segment, Shannon is joined by College Coach K...

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