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.
162. Navigating Standardized Testing: Insights and Strategies with Laura Whitmore
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🎙️ In this episode of College Knowledge, we dive into the shifting landscape of standardized testing in college admissions. From test-optional trends to grade inflation and declining national scores, the education system is evolving—and fast.
Joining us is Laura Whitmore, founder of Strategic Test Prep, who shares expert guidance on navigating this new terrain. We discuss the role of SAT vs. ACT, how COVID-19 changed the testing game, and what strategies students should use today to stand out.
Whether you’re a student, parent, or educator, this episode is your playbook for mastering the modern world of standardized testing.
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