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Taming The High Cost of College
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Is college still worth it? In this episode of the Taming the High Cost of College podcast, Brad Baldridge talks with education expert Michael B. Horn about the value of college in today’s environment. They discuss the challenges facing higher education, how families can evaluate their return on investment in college, graduation rates, and alternatives such as gap years, vocational training, and apprenticeships for students. Listen Now…
Parents of neurodiverse students are often not aware that support options for their student change once they go to college. Colleges won’t automatically know about your student’s neurodiversity or needs, and students have to handle more of their own advocacy and seek out the resources they need. In this episode of the Taming the High Cost of College podcast, Brad Baldridge talks with Eric Endlich, Ph.D., founder of Top College Consultants, about the challenges neurodiverse students face when transitioning from high school to college, how accommodations change, and what parents should know about evaluating support programs. Listen Now…
Many students feel stuck when choosing a major or career path, and parents often worry about the cost of indecision. In this episode, Brad Baldridge and career exploration specialist Kristin Clark share strategies to help students gain clarity and help determine their path forward—from gap years to career assessments and ultimately choosing their future path. Listen now to discover how you can support an undecided student and guide them toward a future they’ll love. Listen Now…
Is your high school student heading into their junior year this fall? Or do you have a future junior in your household? Make sure they’re on track to finish the five key tasks they’ll need to complete by the end of their junior year, as they prepare and plan for college. In this episode, Brad Baldridge talks with college counselor Chuck Erickson about the five things future juniors need to be doing right now! Listen Now…
AI is everywhere, but what does it really mean for college planning? In this episode, Brad welcomes returning guest Brian Keith South to update us on how AI is reshaping college admissions, academics, and career readiness. Discover why human guidance is more important than ever, how students can use AI tools to simplify complex coursework and research colleges, and what families should know about AI and fairness in the admissions process. Listen Now…
Name, image and likeness (NIL) deals and opportunities for student-athletes to earn money have profoundly changed college sports and athletic recruiting. But what’s the new reality for typical student-athletes? What do families need to know, so they can navigate the process and help student-athletes get recruited? In this podcast episode, I sat down with Jason Lauren, founder of Scout U, to get all the key insights from someone who helps student-athletes get recruited and play at the next level every day. Listen Now…
