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November 09 400. What Happens When a Dean Meets a High School Principal in a Hotel Lobby (feat. Lee Coffin, Dartmouth College)
To celebrate the 400th episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, I am sharing a very special conversation with Lee Coffin, Vice President and Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid at Dartmouth College and host of Dartmouth's Admissions Beat podcast.
The story behind this conversation began with a chance encounter in an elevator at the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) National Conference in Minneapolis. What started as a brief introduction turned into a much longer conversation in the hotel lobby about college admissions, the high school experience, and the relationship between colleges and the students they serve.
Following our conversation, Lee graciously invited me to join him on Admissions Beat for an episode titled When a Dean Meets a High School Principal in a Hotel Lobby. I am especially grateful to Lee and his team for generously allowing me to share that recording with our listeners as we celebrate this milestone episode.
In this candid and wide-ranging discussion, we explore the realities of selective college admissions, the challenges facing high-performing suburban high schools, and how students, families, and educators can approach the college admissions process with greater perspective and understanding.
A Special Thank You:
I want to extend my sincere gratitude to Lee Coffin and the entire Dartmouth Admissions Beat team for making this episode possible.
Lee, thank you for your generosity, your willingness to share your insights, and the warmth with which you welcomed me into the conversation. What began as an unexpected meeting in an elevator at NACAC turned into a memorable discussion that I am delighted to share with our listeners as the 400th episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast.
I encourage everyone to explore Admissions Beat, where Lee offers thoughtful perspectives and valuable insights into the college admissions process. I also look forward to welcoming Lee as a guest on The College Admissions Process Podcast in a future episode!
About Lee Coffin:
Lee Coffin is the Vice President and Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, and the host of Dartmouth's Admissions Beat podcast. With more than 35 years of experience in higher education and college admissions, including leadership roles at Tufts University and Boston College, Lee brings extensive knowledge and perspective to conversations about college access, admissions, and the student experience.
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Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications
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54 min
November 02399. Inside Brown University Admissions with Logan Powell, Dean of Admission
What does Brown University really look for in applicants?
In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, Dr. John Durante welcomes back Logan Powell, Associate Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admission at Brown University, for an inside look at one of the nation's most distinctive and selective admissions processes.
Logan explains how Brown identifies students who are ready to become the "architects of their own education," discussing the university's renowned Open Curriculum, holistic application review, the return of standardized testing, and the importance of authenticity throughout the admissions process.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
How Brown's Open Curriculum empowers students to design their own academic journey.
What holistic admissions really means—and why Brown evaluates every application within the context of a student's opportunities and environment.
Why Brown reinstated standardized testing and how test scores are considered alongside the rest of an application.
The importance of aligning your academic interests with your high school coursework, even when applying undeclared.
What admissions officers look for in extracurricular involvement beyond a long list of activities.
Why authentic personal essays consistently stand out over AI-generated writing.
How Brown approaches its waitlist and the best way for students to demonstrate continued interest.

Memorable Quote:
"Where you get into college is just the next step in the journey. It doesn't define who you are." — Logan Powell
Whether you're applying to Brown University or simply want to better understand how highly selective colleges evaluate applicants, this conversation offers valuable insights for students, families, and school counselors alike.
Brown University Admissions
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56 min
October 26398. What Colleges Really Look For: Inside Regis College Admissions with Chris Lydon
In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, host Dr. John Durante speaks with Chris Lydon, Vice President for Undergraduate Enrollment and Dean of Admission at Regis College. During Regis College’s centennial year, Chris discusses the college’s supportive campus community, nursing and health sciences programs, and how the admissions team evaluates applicants.
The conversation offers practical guidance on academic preparation, test-free admissions, extracurricular involvement, recommendation letters, and writing an authentic college application.
In This Episode
Regis College at 100: Explore its residential community, academic programs, and strengths in nursing and clinical health sciences.
A Supportive Campus: Learn about Regis’s commitment to knowing students individually and helping them succeed.
Transcript Evaluation: Understand how Regis recalculates GPAs on an unweighted 4.0 scale and considers course rigor in the context of each high school and intended major.
Test-Free Admissions: Discover why Regis does not use standardized test scores for admission or merit scholarship consideration.
Extracurricular Activities: Learn why commitment, responsibility, and depth of involvement matter more than simply having a long activity list.
Recommendations and Essays: Explore how specific anecdotes, authentic storytelling, and thoughtful proofreading strengthen an application.
Additional Information: Understand when providing context about academic challenges or disruptions can help admissions officers better understand an applicant.
Building Your College List: Consider an essential question before applying: Would you be happy attending the college if it were your only affordable option?

Memorable Insights
“The transcript is two-dimensional and black and white. Essays, recommendations, and activities are the color of the humans we're considering.” — Chris Lydon
“What's the most important year of high school? The answer is the year you're currently in. That is the only year that matters.” — Chris Lydon
Key takeaway: A strong college application goes beyond grades. Academic choices, personal experiences, meaningful involvement, and authentic storytelling help admissions professionals understand the student behind the transcript.
Regis Admission & Aid
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50 min
October 19397. Suffolk County Community College: Affordable Pathways to College & Career Success
Pathways to Success at Suffolk County Community College
In this episode, Dr. John Durante welcomes Dr. Katherine C. Aguirre, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at Suffolk County Community College, to discuss why community college can be a powerful pathway to academic, personal, and career success.
Topics include:
Why Suffolk County Community College is one of the nation's leading community colleges, offering nearly 100 degree and certificate programs across three campuses.
The benefits of small class sizes, personalized faculty support, and a vibrant campus life.
How the Honors Program prepares students to transfer successfully to institutions such as Cornell, Yale, Princeton, and UNC Chapel Hill.
Strategies for reducing college costs while earning transferable college credits.
High-demand programs including Nursing, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Automotive Technology, and Culinary Arts.
Opportunities for adult learners through Fast Career certifications and the SUNY Reconnect program, which provides free tuition for eligible students.
Admissions tips, including SUNY Free Application Week and how to apply.

Whether you're a high school student, parent, counselor, or adult learner, this episode highlights the many affordable pathways available to help students achieve their educational and career goals.
Resources
Apply to Suffolk County Community College: sunysuffolk.edu/apply
Learn more about the SUNY Reconnect program for eligible adult learners.

From Dr. Katherine C. Aguirre:
Contact: K. Aguirre
Email: [email protected] (Please mention THE CAP PODCAST when reaching out)
SUNY Reconnect: www.sunysuffolk.edu/reconnect
Apply Online: www.sunysuffolk.edu/apply
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31 min
October 12396. Inside Bard College Admissions with Tessa Greenhalgh - Senior Assistant Director of Admission
In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, we welcome back Tessa Greenhalgh, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Bard College, for an in-depth conversation about what makes Bard one of the most intellectually and socially distinctive colleges in higher education today.
Tessa shares how Bard blends rigorous academics with a deep commitment to civic engagement, social justice, and interdisciplinary learning. She also provides an honest look into today’s evolving admissions landscape, including the growing competitiveness of regular decision admissions and how students can present themselves authentically throughout the application process.
Whether you are a student exploring colleges that value creativity and critical thinking, or a parent navigating the increasingly complex admissions journey, this episode offers meaningful insights into finding the right college fit.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Why Bard is known as a “private college for the public good”
Bard’s culture of civic engagement and social impact
The value of interdisciplinary study, joint majors, and the Senior Project requirement
What admissions officers are truly looking for in the “Why Bard” supplemental essay
How students can effectively use the additional information section of the application
Why the order of extracurricular activities matters more than many students realize
Bard’s expanded commitment to financial aid, including meeting 100% of demonstrated need for Early Action and Early Decision applicants
How families can shift their mindset from prestige-driven admissions to identifying genuine college fit

Tessa’s perspective provides practical advice, thoughtful reflection, and an encouraging reminder that the college admissions process should ultimately help students find a community where they can thrive academically, personally, and socially.
Bard Undergraduate Admissions
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49 min
October 05395. Beyond the Acceptance Letter: How Dominican University New York Creates a Personalized College Experience
What does it mean to provide a truly personalized college experience?
In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, I speak with Nick Marter, Executive Director of Admissions at Dominican University New York, about how a smaller university creates meaningful relationships with students while preparing them for success in college and beyond.
Our conversation explores Dominican University's student-centered approach to admissions, academics, career preparation, and affordability. Nick also discusses how the university is thoughtfully integrating artificial intelligence into the classroom while continuing to emphasize the personal connections that help students thrive.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why Dominican University's size allows it to provide a highly personalized student experience.
How the university supports students from application through graduation.
The strength of programs including Nursing, Health Sciences, Business, Education, and Criminal Justice.
How AI is being thoughtfully incorporated into the curriculum.
Why affordability, transparency, and student success remain central to the university's mission.

Whether you're a student, parent, or school counselor, this episode offers valuable insight into how to evaluate college fit beyond rankings and reputation.
Dominican University New York
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42 min
September 28394. Inside University of Colorado Boulder Admissions: What It Really Takes to Stand Out
Curiosity to Lead: Inside CU Boulder Admissions with Carlos Jimenez
What does it take to stand out at one of the nation's leading public research universities? In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, I sit down with Carlos Jimenez, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Admissions and Precollege in the Division of Enrollment Management at the University of Colorado Boulder, for an inside look at how admissions decisions are made at a highly selective flagship institution.
Carlos shares how CU Boulder evaluates applicants through the lens of curiosity, academic rigor, and authenticity while building a dynamic community of students representing a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and interests. From understanding institutional priorities to crafting meaningful application essays, this conversation offers practical guidance for students and families navigating today's competitive admissions landscape.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why curiosity is at the heart of CU Boulder's admissions philosophy.
How admissions officers evaluate academic rigor by looking at the opportunities available at each student's high school.
Why an upward academic trajectory can be just as important as a strong GPA.
How CU Boulder defines "fit" across more than 200 academic majors and over 500 student organizations.
The role institutional priorities play in shaping each incoming class, including Colorado residency requirements and the university's growing global initiatives.
Why authentic storytelling matters more than polished perfection in the age of artificial intelligence.
How memorable details in the activities section can help your application stand out.
What students should know before applying to highly competitive programs such as Business and Engineering.
Why researching individual courses within a major is often more valuable than focusing solely on the major's title.
How families can reduce stress by creating healthy boundaries around the college application process.
Why regularly checking email remains one of the simplest—and most important—habits during the admissions cycle.
Questions every student should ask while visiting a college campus.
How to choose recommenders who can provide meaningful context beyond your grades and test scores.

Whether you're just beginning your college search or preparing to submit applications this fall, this episode provides valuable insight into what selective universities are looking for—and how students can present their most authentic selves throughout the admissions process.
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September 21 393. Bryn Mawr Admissions: Finding Fit, Authenticity, and the Student Who Thrives
In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, I speak with Caitlin Brown, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions at Bryn Mawr College, about what makes Bryn Mawr unique and how students can identify whether a college is the right fit.
They discuss holistic admissions, academic rigor, authentic student voice, and what colleges look for beyond grades and test scores.
Key Takeaways:
• Finding the Right Fit: Bryn Mawr looks for students who will thrive in a collaborative, intellectually curious community and contribute as engaged learners.
• Beyond Traditional Leadership: Admissions teams value impact in many forms — including initiative, responsibility, service, family commitments, and meaningful contributions to a community.
• Holistic Application Review: Caitlin shares how Bryn Mawr evaluates applications carefully, considering the full context of each student’s academic journey and personal experiences.
• The Power of Authenticity: Students do not need a perfect story. They need to demonstrate reflection, growth, and an understanding of who they are.
• Writing Strong Essays: The strongest essays sound like the student. Authentic voice, thoughtful reflection, and genuine connection matter.
• The Tri-College Consortium: Students gain access to expanded academic opportunities through partnerships with Haverford College, Swarthmore College, and the University of Pennsylvania.
• The Value of a Liberal Arts Education: Caitlin discusses how critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and adaptability prepare students for an evolving workforce.
Advice for Students and Families:
Start early, explore colleges thoughtfully, ask questions, and focus on finding a community where you can grow and thrive.
Listen now to learn more about Bryn Mawr College and the admissions process from the perspective of a Dean of Undergraduate Admissions.
Bryn Mawr Admissions & Aid
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36 min
September 14392. Inside Brandeis Admissions: What Dean Emily Roper-Doten Wants Applicants to Know
Navigating the Brandeis University Admissions Process with Dean Emily Roper-Doten
In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, I sat down with Emily Roper-Doten, Dean of Admissions at Brandeis University, to discuss what makes Brandeis unique and how students can strengthen their college applications.
Dean Roper-Doten shares insights into Brandeis University's mission, admissions review process, test-optional policy, Early Decision program, financial aid resources, and the qualities that help students stand out in a highly competitive applicant pool. She also offers practical advice for students and families navigating today's college admissions landscape.
In This EpisodeUnderstanding the Brandeis University Experience
The history and mission of Brandeis University.
The institution's commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and intellectual inquiry.
How Brandeis combines rigorous academics, research opportunities, and a vibrant arts community.

How Applications Are Evaluated
Why the high school transcript remains the most important part of the application.
What admissions officers look for beyond GPA and test scores.
The importance of academic growth, course selection, and sustained achievement.

Authenticity Matters
Why students should focus on telling their story rather than trying to impress admissions officers.
Tips for writing a compelling college essay.
How meaningful extracurricular involvement matters more than the number of activities listed.

Early Decision, Demonstrated Interest, and Test-Optional Admissions
When Early Decision is the right choice.
How demonstrated interest fits into the admissions process.
What students should know about Brandeis' longstanding test-optional policy.

Innovation in Financial Aid and Career Preparation
An introduction to FAY, Brandeis University's AI-powered financial aid tool.
How Brandeis is helping students prepare for careers through innovative assessment of real-world skills.

Why Listen?
If you're interested in Brandeis University, highly selective college admissions, financial aid, test-optional admissions, college essays, or application strategies, this episode provides valuable insights directly from a Dean of Admissions.
Resources
Brandeis University Office of Undergraduate Admissions
FAYE Financial Aid Estimator

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44 min
September 07 391. Inside Bucknell Admissions: Dean Kevin Mathes on What It Really Takes to Get In
In this episode I sat down with Kevin T. Mathes - Vice President of Enrollment Management & Dean of Admissions at Bucknell University As both a senior leader and alumnus, he offers a clear, insider perspective on what truly defines Bucknell—and what it takes to stand out in its admissions process.
This conversation explores what makes Bucknell a distinctive “big small school,” blending the close-knit feel of a liberal arts college with the opportunities of a larger university. Kevin also shares how admissions decisions are made across different colleges within Bucknell, and why context matters when evaluating a student’s academic record.
Listeners will gain insight into how to approach transcripts, testing decisions in a test-optional landscape, and the role authenticity plays in essays. The discussion also touches on how emerging factors like AI are being viewed in the application process, along with key considerations around financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
The episode wraps with practical, experience-driven advice for families navigating the process—offering a grounded perspective on how to approach decisions with clarity and confidence.
If you're looking for a sharper understanding of selective admissions and how to position yourself thoughtfully, this episode delivers meaningful insight without the noise.
Bucknell University - Office of Admissions
Scholarship Programs - Bucknell University
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About The College Admissions Process Podcast

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Welcome to "The College Admissions Process Podcast," your ultimate resource for navigating the journey to higher education while receiving application tips and other college advice. I am your host, John Durante, and I am here to introduce you to college admissions representatives, and other professionals in the field of college admissions. Our purpose is to serve you the students and parents, so that you may gain insight straight from the people who ultimately make the decisions. Regardless of whether you will apply to a particular school being highlighted in a given podcast episode, you should listen to all of them, as each guest will give you tremendous insight and advice on every aspect of the college admissions process.