College App 101
Hosted by Dr. Riley, the College App 101 podcast provides expert guidance on college applications and academics for college bound high school students and their parents. Dr. Riley has more than a decade of experience in higher education (Xavier University, University of Oregon, and The University of Texas at San Antonio) and secondary education (as Director of College & Career at a large San Antonio private high school).
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Episodes (69)
Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 2
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Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 1
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Developing a Love for Learning Part 3
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Interview with a College Student about Major
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Avoiding Common High School Mistakes
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The Importance of Wonder in Education
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The Case for a Classical Education (K-12) Part 1
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Foresight's Role in Academic Success
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Fall 2025 Financial Tips: FAFSA, Generosity, and More
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Admissions Advice from a College Student
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When to Prepare for Highly Selective Admissions
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The Role of Parents in College Admissions
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Hats Off to Class of 2025
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Interview with a Business Owner
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Admissions Essay Ideas and a Dear Aunt
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Interview with UT-Austin Alumni: Business, Medicine
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Finding Your Voice in Admissions Essays Part 2
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Finding Your Voice in Admissions Essays Part 1
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Interview with an AP Scholar with Distinction
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Money, Saving, Generosity, and this Year’s FAFSA
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Interview with a Class of 2024 Graduate
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Understanding Your Gifts and Talents
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Staying Strong Mentally Part 2
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Hats Off to Class of 2024
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Staying Strong Mentally Part 1
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The Importance of Commitment in College Admissions
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Tips on Selecting a College Major
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Preparing for Junior Year Spring Semester
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The Benefits of Getting Rich
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Interview with a College Admissions Counselor
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Developing a Love for Learning Revisited
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How Much Money Should You Borrow for a College Education?
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Tips for Success on Tests
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Interview with an AP Scholar
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Inspiration for the PSAT
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Preparing for this Fall's Redesigned FAFSA
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Writing a Compelling Essay Part 1 Revisited
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The Most Important Part of a College App
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Ready, Set...Go!
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Interview with a High Achieving Student
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Preparing for the October 2023 PSAT
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Lessons on Success from Grammar School
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The Admissions Essay: Telling Your Story Well
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A Mother's Role in College Admissions
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Hats Off to Class of 2023
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Soliciting a Teacher's Letter of Recommendation
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Embracing the Mystery in College Admissions
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The High School Guidance Counselor's Role in College Admissions
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Lessons in College Admissions from a Piano Teacher
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Tips on Saving for Tuition
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