In this episode of the Best Advice Ever podcast, host Mike Goodwin is joined by his daughter Gabrielle Goodwin to discuss the college admissions process. They share insights from Gabrielle's recent experience as a high school graduate preparing to attend Vanderbilt University. The conversation covers essential topics such as researching colleges, the importance of campus visits, understanding college fit, applying strategies, the role of recommendations and essays, and standardized testing. The episode aims to provide valuable advice for students and parents navigating the college admissions landscape.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:56 Gabrielle's College Admissions Journey 06:13 Researching Colleges and Preparing for Applications 09:01 Visiting Colleges and Exploring Options 11:55 Understanding College Fit and Preferences 14:50 Applying to Colleges: Strategies and Considerations 18:08 The Importance of Recommendations and Essays 22:02 Standardized Testing and Its Role in Admissions 25:01 Final Thoughts and Next Steps in the Admissions Process
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