Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Affiliate Partnership Links: DORMIFY - DORM DECOR Click on the Dormify Link and use our exclusive coupon code for 15% off most products:  COLLEGETALK15  PREP EXPERT - TEST PREP/TUTORING:  Save 30% on Prep Expert with Coupon Code: COLLEGETALK PREP SPORTSWEAR - COLLEGE CLOTHING & APPAREL  Full disclosure: if you make a purchase through the affiliate links we've provided, we'll receive a small commission.  But rest assured, we only promote products and services that we truly believe in and think will benefit our listeners. —------------------------- In this episode we had the great pleasure of welcoming back Rick Clark who is the co-author of The Truth About College Admission - 2nd Edition and the Asst. Vice Provost & Executive Director of Admission at Georgia Tech.  Here are some of the things Rick and I spoke about, along with so much more: 📘 Overview of "The Truth About College Admission": Rick takes us through the inspiration behind the second edition, exploring changes and trends in the dynamic world of college admissions. 💡 Controlling the Controllables in College Admission Uncertainty: Rick delves into factors applicants can control, emphasizing mindfulness amid uncertainties. He sheds light on navigating the college process, focusing on what matters and accepting elements beyond control. 🏛️ Institutional Priorities & Admissions Goals: Rick unravels the intricacies of institutional priorities, explaining how colleges set goals, emphasizing the impact on individual applicants, and shedding light on the evolving landscape of college admissions. 📚 Holistic Admission & GPA's Role: Explore the holistic admission process and the role of GPA in context. Rick provides clarity on how colleges assess students from diverse high schools, considering the nuances of their academic journeys. 📝 Avoiding Wedges in the College Process: Learn from real examples in Clark's book about avoiding family wedges during the college application process. He shares advice on fostering healthy communication and steering clear of potential pitfalls. 💰 Financial Aid and Need Awareness: Rick explains the difference between need-blind and need-aware schools, offering insights into the crucial role financial aid plays in the college admission process. 📊 Decoding College Rankings: Delve into the intricacies of college rankings with Clark, exploring their flaws and how individuals should approach them. Gain valuable perspectives on the often-misleading world of college rankings. 🏞️ Maximizing College Visits: Clark shares key tips from his book on making the most of college visits, emphasizing their importance in determining fit and overall satisfaction with a chosen institution. 🔍 Admissions Representatives' Perspectives: Explore what admissions representatives look for in applicants, understanding the significance of high school context and course offerings in the decision-making process. 🎓 High School Acceptance Limitations: Clark addresses common beliefs about colleges limiting acceptances from specific high schools, providing clarity on this widely debated topic. ❓ Unasked Questions & Final Insights: Clark shares...