College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.
Are you trying to understand how financial aid actually works, how to get into the best fit college, why some students receive merit scholarships, or how families can pay for college without jeopardizing retirement?
On the College Knowledge Podcast, we break down the financial side of college—how colleges price tuition, how financial aid packages are built, and how families make smart decisions about getting into and paying for higher education.
Hosted by experts from Elite Collegiate Planning, Paradigm Financial Group, and College Planning Network, the show features conversations with admissions leaders, financial aid professionals, and higher education experts including voices like Jeff Selingo & Michael B. Horn.
Each episode helps families understand the real economics of college, financial aid strategy, and how to navigate the admissions process without making costly financial mistakes.
College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.
160. The Business Side of College Admissions: Expert Insights with Dr. Robert Alexander
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In this episode of College Knowledge, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns explore the business of college admissions with Dr. Robert Alexander, Vice Provost and University Dean of Enrollment at the University of Rochester. Together, they unpack critical topics for students and families, including:
- College yields and why they matter
- Early Decision vs. Early Action
- The role of financial aid in shaping a class
- Waitlists, lawsuits, and equity in admissions
- How institutions balance goals with accessibility and diversity
Dr. Alexander offers a behind-the-scenes look at how enrollment decisions are made, blending insights on institutional strategy with advice for students navigating the process.
👉 A must-listen for parents, students, and educators seeking to understand the business side of higher education.
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