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Let’s Talk Higher Ed is the podcast series for high school students, their counselors and university admissions representatives worldwide.In each episode, we hold candid conversations and share stories behind the acceptance letters, rejections, and end-of-year results, and gather valuable lessons for anyone looking to stay up to date on the fast-changing higher education landscape.
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Time-saving tips and tools for every counselor
October 2022
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Higher Education
How to prepare for this year's NACAC
September 2022
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How to write a good UK referee statement- Tips for counselors, teachers and students
October 2022
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Crafting an impactful US recommendation letter with your students
October 2022
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Is Community College “A Smarter Option?"
March 2023
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10 Positive Pandemic Online Stories from Students and Faculty
February 2023
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What is Physics? With the University of Wisconsin
February 2023
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Applying to the Netherlands - Learn How From a Dutch University Officer
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December 29, 2022
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Your UC Admissions FAQs Answered by a UCSB Admissions Officer
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December 29, 2022
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Counselor resources
Time-saving tips and tools for every counselor
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October 28, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara: Admissions Director’s Insider View On Reading 110K Applications
January 2023
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Ben Stern of IvyAchievement: Selecting Colleges with Finances in Mind
December 2022
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Princeton Alum Avinash Nayak: Challenging Academics, Students’ Diversity, Bicker and Lots of Clubs
December 2022
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Andrew Maguire on Hidden Curriculum and International Students
December 2022
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