This essential episode of the Don't Chuck It Up podcast is your comprehensive guide to the college search and admissions journey for aspiring dancers. Host Chuck welcomes dance specialist Kathy Hain-de Jong to demystify the distinct collegiate paths, analyzing the key differences between the rigorous BFA dance major—ideal for pre-professional training—and the more flexible BA in dance, which provides room for a double major. Discover effective strategies for combining dance with challenging academic pursuits like engineering or pre-med. The conversation also unpacks the growing popularity and evolving landscape of the college dance team path, stressing the non-negotiable importance of strong academic requirements for all prospective dancers, ensuring your college application is strong enough to secure your spot and launch your post-graduate dance career. (https://danceintocollege.com/)

On this can't-miss episode of the Don't Chuck It Up podcast, host Chuck welcomes Ricardo Ortegón, an expert Independent Educational Consultant and former Vice President of Enrollment and Director of Academic Advising, to provide essential strategies for student success during the crucial first semester of college. Move beyond the initial college search process to focus on retention and maximizing the higher education experience, tackling the real-world challenges that students face once they are on campus. This episode offers immense value by addressing a common student pain point: navigating complex academic choices. Learn the critical importance of planning ahead when considering a double major or a major and minor and discover how leveraging your university's alumni network can illuminate your future career path through powerful informational interviews. Tune in for actionable tips to ensure you don't "chuck it up" and set yourself up for a successful, well-planned college journey. If you like to see more of Ricardo https://gpscollegeguidance.org/ and on Instagram @gpscollegeguidance

This episode of the Don't Chuck It Up podcast features host Chuck and guest Kathryn Ely, a licensed professional counselor, attorney, and mother of three, who specializes in anxiety treatment and gained her expertise after realizing her own severe anxiety while in college. (https://courageouscourse.com/) The discussion focuses on social anxiety, which is defined as an intense worry about what others think of you, making new social situations feel uncomfortable. They address key myths about social anxiety, the first being the misconception that it is purely situational; instead, it stems from a negative self-perception that leads to projecting judgment onto others. The second myth is that one needs to feel confident before taking action, when the reality is the reverse: confidence follows action. The third myth is that avoidance improves anxiety, when in fact, avoidance acts as "steroids" for anxiety, making it stronger and shrinking one's life. Kathryn encourages listeners, particularly students facing college stress, to focus on courage and their personal values (their "why") as a compass to push past anxiety and avoidance, emphasizing that focusing on one's character and seeking connection with others is vital for mental well-being.

Ready to conquer the college application process? On this essential episode of the Don't Chuck It Up Podcast, host Chuck dives into his College Application Tips to help students and families navigate the wild journey of the college search and streamline their path to higher education. Learn the key strategies that can significantly boost your chances for college admissions in this competitive cycle. Chuck provides straight-to-the-point application tips, including the crucial advice to answer all questions—even the optional ones—and how to correctly detail your extracurricular activities.

You'll also get expert guidance on crafting a standout personal statement, focusing on using powerful 'I' statements in your essays. Don't miss the pro-tip on connecting your recommenders early and a critical reminder to double-check your grammar and capitalization before hitting submit. Tune in for the actionable steps you need to make this application season a success, submit a polished application, and ultimately secure your spot in college.

This essential episode of the Don't Chuck It Up podcast features host Chuck tackling the complexities of International Student Admissions to U.S. universities. Bringing over 25 years of experience in higher education and college consulting, Chuck welcomes expert Independent Educational Consultant John Sy. from the Philippines to provide listeners with unparalleled expert advice. They break down the intricacies of the US college application process for a global audience, offering vital tips and insider insights for international students and their families to help them navigate their college search and application journey with confidence.

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On this episode of the "Don't Chuck It Up" podcast, host Chuck welcomes financial expert Dan Bisig, CEO of College and Beyond LLC (https://collegeandbeyondllc.com/), to discuss the ins and outs of financial aid for college. 🎓 They explain the difference between the FAFSA and the CSS Profile, emphasizing that nearly every family should fill out the FAFSA regardless of their income or savings 💰. The conversation covers the new Student Aid Index (SAI), formerly known as the Expected Family Contribution, and the importance of using the FAFSA estimator early in the college search process. Dan and Chuck also provide a detailed guide on navigating the FSA ID and how to complete financial aid forms in specific situations, such as for divorced parents. They advise listeners to be aware of college deadlines 🗓️ but to wait a week or two after the October 1st opening to avoid system overload. The episode also touches on the value of Net Price Calculators to help families understand the true cost of attendance. Tune in to learn about the FAFSA and CSS Profile so you don't chuck it up!

In this episode of the Don't Chuck It Up podcast, host Chuck helps students and families navigate the financial challenges of affording an out-of-state college. He shares valuable tips and advice, along with websites to find affordable college options outside of your home state. The episode explores the differences in financial aid and assistance for in-state versus out-of-state public universities, and also delves into how private universities can sometimes be a more affordable option due to merit scholarships. This podcast episode provides essential financial information for the college search process, ensuring parents and students can make educated decisions about where to attend. Tune in so you don't chuck it up when going to college out of state!

In the "Don't Chuck It Up" podcast episode titled "Chaotic Times," host Chuck offers advice on navigating the college application and search process amidst a chaotic world. He shares a personal story about his experience at Lawrence University on September 11, 2001, and discusses more recent events, such as a tragedy on a Utah campus and lockdowns at HBCUs. Chuck encourages students and families to pause, take time for themselves, and know that there is still time to apply to colleges. He emphasizes the importance of having multiple options, including a plan B and C, and encourages listeners to look beyond well-known schools and college rankings. Chuck highlights that over half of U.S. colleges have rolling applications, and many are growing and exceeding enrollment expectations. He recommends Jeffrey Selingo's new book, Dream School: Finding the College that's Right for You, as a resource for finding great schools that may not be on a student's radar.