Matriculation, a big word and even a bigger aspect of college admissions. We all talk about getting in, but how do colleges get people to stay? From gaining student interest to applications to admits to commitments to showing up the first day, how do colleges do it? Joel and Chris spent their careers on the high school side, so they'll truly learn a lot along with you as we get schooled by our special guest, Ross Grippi, on Matriculation.

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

QuestBridge is one of the most well-known, premier scholarship organizations in the country. What you might not know is how it began or what it truly entails. Dr. Christian Martell from QuestBridge joins Joel and Chris for an in-depth look at this life-changing non-profit.

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

FAFSA is undergoing a 'once in a generation' change with the FAFSA Simplification Act. What do these changes mean? When will the FAFSA be ready? Join Chris and Joel, along with Sallie Mae's Ed Recker, as they answer what they can. If anyone can make financial aid fun, it's these guys, right?

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

Heading to NACAC Baltimore 2023 Conference, Chris and Joel visit four distinctly different campuses together!

West Virginia University (3:31)

University of Maryland - College Park (20:33)

United States Naval Academy (33:02)

St. John's College (47:24)

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

What's the deal with Honors Colleges and Honors Programs? Are they worth it?

Joel and Chris sit back in awe as Dr. Christian Brady from the University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College enlightens us all. Spoiler: being in and graduating from honors programs and colleges can help students in so many ways. Learn how and why in this episode.

Learn more about the University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College at honors.uky.edu or through Facebook and Instagram with @ukyhonors.

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

Hop in the car with Chris as he heads north and east to visit five amazing colleges. We realize New York isn't New England, but this is still the New England College Tour 2023!

After 2300 miles in four days, Chris hit Cornell (4:02), Dartmouth (21:58), Bowdoin (43:01), Colby (1:02:50) and Bates (1:16:50).

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

Two recent Supreme Court rulings and big FAFSA changes prompted the guys to record a Special Edition. No format, no breaks, no producer...just Joel and Chris discussing the impact of SCOTUS and the FAFSA Simplification Act. This episode is about facts and impact, and not about opinions. Listen, learn, understand and form your own opinions.

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

What is the line between supporting student dreams and being brutally honest? Too far one way, counselors might be naive. Too far the other, and you get nicknamed, "The Dreamcrusher." Joel and Chris bring two amazing guests: Jennifer Glass from Lloyd Memorial High School (KY) and Michelle Rasich from Rowland Hall (UT). Our nearly 100 years combined experience tackles this very question.

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man). And new to the podcast is "New Beginnings" by scottholmesmusic (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/inspiring-background-music/new-beginnings)

What's more important, taking hard classes or getting A's? Well, it depends. Sit back and listen to Joel and Chris dive into this Megasode. The guys talk to Tim Lee from LeMoyne and Lee Coffin from Dartmouth.

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man). And new to the podcast is "New Beginnings" by scottholmesmusic (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/inspiring-background-music/new-beginnings)

Parents, this one's for you! What is your role in the college admissions process? What can you do to help your child the most? Joel and Chris are college counselors, but more importantly, they are parents with kids who have been in or currently in college. Join them as they bring in parents and college experts, David Burge and Jeff Stahlman. As always, producer Mike Piergalski runs the show. Get ready for a good one!

Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man). And new to the podcast is "New Beginnings" by scottholmesmusic (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/inspiring-background-music/new-beginnings)