Too many students build college lists that are unrealistic, unbalanced, and way too expensive. Here’s how to fix that before it's too late.

In this episode of College Coffee Talk, Andy Lockwood goes full stream-of-consciousness on how most families mess up their college lists—and how to make sure yours includes real options you can actually afford (and get into).

Topics include:
✔ Why most lists are full of “dream school delusions”
✔ How to balance reach, target, and safety realistically
✔ What families get wrong about merit aid and financial safety
✔ Why name brand ≠ best fit
✔ A smarter way to build your final college list

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