Episodes
Not sure how to sort through your rejections and acceptances? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what an acceptance, rejection, waitlist, and referral are, how to handle rejection, and how to make the ultimate decision for what college you'll attend.
Published 08/19/19
Curious about financial aid? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what kinds of financial aid are available to you, why a private education might be cheaper than you expect, and how to make the most of your financial aid offer.
Published 08/05/19
What do you need to know about college interviews? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what colleges are looking for in interviews, how to answer some of the most common questions, and how to dress to impress.
Published 07/22/19
How do you write a good college essay? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss how to find balance, when to start essays, and what topics you should probably avoid.
Published 07/08/19
What should you know before filling out your college applications? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss when you should fill applications out, what colleges rank most important, and whether or not your major choice impacts the likelihood you'll be accepted.
Published 06/24/19
Do your GPA and class choices really matter in college applications? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss choosing a rigorous course load, how to up your study skills, and how to handle the additional stress of AP courses. 
Published 06/10/19
How do you find and nurture extracurriculars that colleges really want to see? Join PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss what colleges are really looking for in extracurriculars, how to set goals and reach for more advanced positions, and why happiness really does matter. 
Published 05/27/19
In this episode, PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks discuss what a college list is, how to write one, and how to choose colleges that are within your ability to get into. 
Published 05/12/19
PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks discuss how to determine your SAT/ACT target score, when you should start taking tests, and when it's worth retaking to get a better score. 
Published 05/12/19
PrepScholar co-founder Allen Cheng and writer Melissa Brinks as they discuss how to form positive relationships with your instructors, what criteria you're actually evaluated on, and why you shouldn't butter your teachers up just before your letters are due.
Published 05/12/19