Lisa, Abby, and Stefanie know college. They also know students. With over 30 years combined experience mentoring young people, they’ll show you why understanding yourself is the key to finding the right college. Each episode, hear trends, case studies, and interviews with students who have gone through it all - giving you valuable insight to survive the college application process and beyond. Hosted by Lisa Bleich, Abby Power, and Stefanie Forman, Partners of College Bound Mentor.
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Get valuable insights into the do's and don'ts of effective test prep with world-class ACT and SAT tutor Dave Walker. Dave is the founder of Walker Prep, which has been helping students achieve exceptional score gains on the ACT and SAT since 2014. In the Walker Prep podcast, Dave draws from his experience to provide guidance on what to do—and what to avoid. Created for involved parents, fellow tutors, and ambitious students alike, the Walker Prep podcast offers expert advice that demystifie ...
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How to Handle the Why College/Why Academic Interest Essay with Lisa Marker-Robbins
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Some of the trickiest essays to pin down on college applications are the Why College/Why Academic Interest essays. In the first part of this episode, we share why these essays are frustrating, the format of these essays, and how to write them. We then welcome on special guest Lisa Marker-Robbins, Founder of Flourish Coaching, who’s helped over 4,00…
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Transitioning to College: A Student Panel
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Heading off to college is one of the most exciting - and scary - moments in your life. We want to make sure you have all the helpful information you need to make your freshman year a slam dunk. In this episode, we interview a panel of college students who have survived freshman year at 3 different universities. Hear Nina, Lily, and Michael share th…
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So You Think You Can Dance or Sing or Act?
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You can use a special talent like dancing, singing, or acting to your advantage to help stand out in college admissions. In the first part of this episode, we break down why special talents are helpful, how an Arts Supplement works, and how to frame your application. We then feature an interview with a college student, Brandon, who shares his exper…
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The Score, Ep. 10 The Hidden Formula for SAT Score Gains
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Unlocking the Code for Substantial, Lasting Score Increases on the SAT (and ACT) In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, delves into the hidden formula for achieving significant score gains on the SAT and ACT. With the release of the digital SAT, Dave focuses on the SAT but notes that the principles discussed apply equall…
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The Score, Ep. 9 Does Choice of Major Affect College Admissions? Insights from Lisa Marker-Robbins
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Unlock College Admissions Success: Why Choosing a Major Matters In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, welcomes Lisa Marker-Robbins, an independent educational consultant and founder of Flourish Coaching. With over 25 years of experience and having guided over 4,000 students, Lisa draws from a wealth of insight into how …
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Not All A’s Are Equal: Grade Inflation and Standardized Testing with Dr. Jed Applerouth
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Grades are going up, and standardized test scores are going down. How should we handle this as students and parents? In this episode, we welcome special guest Dr. Jed Applerouth to talk all things grade inflation and standardized testing. Jed is a teacher, educational innovator, and the Founder and President of Applerouth, an expert college admissi…
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The Score, Ep. 8 The Art of Storytelling for College Admissions and Beyond with Sam Severn
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Why Stories Matter Now More than Ever: Insights from Award-Winning, New York Times Best-Selling Ghostwriter, Book Doctor, Screenwriter and Writing Coach Sam Severn Walker Prep founder Dave Walker sits down with Sam Severn, a renowned ghostwriter, book doctor, screenwriter, and writing coach. They explore Sam's fascinating career and how his experti…
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The Score, Ep. 7 The 'Meta' of Test Prep with Mike Bergin, Founder of Chariot Learning
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The Game Behind the Test: How Understanding the 'Meta' Can Help You Win Big on the ACT and SAT Walker Prep founder Dave Walker sits down with Mike Bergin, president of the National Test Prep Association and founder of Chariot Learning. They delve into the 'the meta' of standardized tests, exploring how shifting your paradigm to fit the “game behind…
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Feeling safe and supported on a college campus is important for any student. For students in the LGBTQ+ community, it can be an even more important factor when deciding where to go to college. In this Part 1, we interview a panel of college students and recent alums about their experience finding a queer-friendly college. Hear the red flags and pos…
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The Score, Ep. 6 Why Practice Is (almost) Enough with ACT & SAT Expert Rob Schombs
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Join Walker Prep founder Dave Walker as he talks with ACT and SAT expert Rob Schombs about why, when it comes to test prep, practice is (almost) all you need. Asked and Answered: *Why online tutoring can be better than in-person tutoring. *If practice is so important, who needs test prep tutors? *What’s the difference between practice that works an…
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The Score, Ep. 5 How to Get a Debt Free College Degree with Dave The Scholarship Coach
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Dave the Scholarship Coach helped his child win over $95,000 in college scholarships. Tune in to hear his incredible story and invaluable insights. Plus, a special announcement you don't want to miss! In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker sits down with Scholarship GPS founder Dave the Scholarship Coach, who now dedicates his time to coaching s…
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How to Successfully Transition to College with Dr. Andrea Malkin Brenner
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Transitioning from high school to college is one of the biggest changes in a student’s life. And that can be incredibly intimidating - for both students and parents. In this episode, we welcome special guest Dr. Andrea Malkin Brenner to make sure students and parents have the smoothest transition to college possible. Andrea has 25 years of experien…
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How to Perfect the Personal Statement - By Not Making It Perfect!
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There are lots and lots of myths about the Personal Statement. What should you actually believe? In the first part of this episode, we detail what a Personal Statement is, how to choose a topic to write about, and how to be yourself. We then feature an interview with a student, Alexandra, who shares her experience writing a stellar Personal Stateme…
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What Happens if You Don’t Get into Your ED (Early Decision) School?
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Early Decision (ED) and Early Action (EA) are two of the biggest considerations when applying to college. In the first part of this episode, we break down what Early Decision and Early Action are, the different types of each, and restrictions on each. We then feature our first interview with a student, Zoe, who shares her experience not getting int…
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College Waitlists and Case Study: Jack for Michigan Ross
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Waitlists are one of the most unpredictable parts of the college application process - and an area we get questions on all the time. In the first half of this episode, you’ll hear the ins and outs of waitlists, including how waitlists work, how schools differ by their waitlists, and how to write a letter of continued interest. In the second half of…
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Welcome to College Bound Mentor! Lisa, Abby, and Stefanie know college. They also know students. With over 30 years combined experience mentoring young people, they’ll show you why understanding yourself is the key to finding the right college. In this pilot episode, you’ll hear what to expect from this podcast going forward, the most surprising tr…
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The Score, Ep. 4 Why Too Much Practice Is Hurting Your ACT or SAT Score
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Are your ACT or SAT scores going nowhere fast? Learn why the key to achieving your dream score may be to practice less! Struggling to improve your SAT or ACT scores despite endless practice? You're not alone. Many students find themselves stuck in a rut, mindlessly grinding through practice tests without seeing significant improvements. In this epi…
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The Score, Ep. 3 Is It Actually Possible to "Game" the SAT or ACT?
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Are You Gambling with Your ACT or SAT Scores? In this Episode of The Score, Walker Prep Founder Dave Walker Explains Why "Vegas Tactics" Might Be a Risky Bet. Discussed in this Episode: What Are Vegas Tactics? The Downside of Playing the Percentages Common Bogus “Strategies” to Avoid Should Vegas Tactics Ever Be Used? For even more in-depth answers…
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The Score, Ep. 2 How Does Digital SAT Scoring Work?
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Feel left in the dark about digital SAT scoring? You're not alone! In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, breaks open the "black box" of digital SAT scoring and guides you through the complexities of the new system. Discussed in this Episode: The Differences Between the Paper SAT's "Classical Test Theory" and the Digital…
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The Score, Ep.1 "Easy" Ways to Increase Your ACT or SAT Score: Learning Question Types
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In this episode of The Score, ACT and SAT tutor Dave Walker from Walker Prep explains why learning to identify question types is a relatively painless way to increase both your confidence and your score. Walker Prep has been helping students achieve exceptional gains on the ACT and SAT since 2014. In the Walker Prep podcast, Dave draws from his exp…
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