Episodes

  • Episode 15: Personal Statement Writing with Emily Grossi
    Jun 26 2024

    Whether it's a personal statement, cover letter or letter of intent, most overseas universities want to know a bit more about you. For a lot of students (and more than a few college counselors), the written portion is the scariest part of the entire application! Luckily there are people like Emily Grossi of Elucido who make it look easy, and even make it fun.

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    29 mins
  • Episode 14: Neurodiversity as an Overseas Student with Dr. Angela Lauria
    Jun 19 2024

    Not surprisingly, a fair number of neurodiverse individuals are attracted to the idea of studying overseas. To quote one past student who identifies as neurodiverse, "I don't have to waste time on things I don't care about." To explore what it is like to be neurodiverse and a student overseas, we talk to Dr. Angela Lauria about the latest research and the student (and adult!) experience overseas.

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    35 mins
  • Episode 13: SOAS with Alberto Demo
    Jun 12 2024

    Back to where it all began for Kevin in this episode, that takes a look at the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London. If you're interested in global affairs at all, this place is worth a look. Alberto Demo, SOAS's international student recruitment manager, almost has me convinced to go back for another Masters by the time this is over.

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    31 mins
  • Episode 12: University of British Columbia with Tomoka Mano
    Jun 5 2024

    Two beautiful campuses, a top 50 global reputation, and an entirely transparent admissions process that takes into account holistic attributes makes the University of British Columbia a great fit for many people. Kevin talks with Tomoka Mano about what it is like at one of the most international universities in the world (and how it's surprisingly affordable for Americans).

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    31 mins
  • Episode 11: Sam, a Recent Overseas Applicant
    May 29 2024

    Kevin sits down with Sam, a student who Kevin worked with for the past two years for his overseas applications. Sam talks about his experiences in applying overseas, and why he ultimately chose not to apply to Oxbridge (at least not for now).

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    24 mins
  • Episode 10: The Digital SAT with Lisa Speransky of Ivy Tutors Network
    May 22 2024

    Today we talk about the Digital SAT with my good friend Lisa Speransky, founder of Ivy Tutors Network. We learn that adaptive testing isn't something to be all that scared of. Behind the scenes, I learn just how useful audio editing can be as the two Aussies were not having a good day...

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    38 mins
  • Episode 9: Constructor University with Ryan Mworka
    May 15 2024

    We talk to the number one private university in Germany, and Islamic finance make an odd appearance in discussing Constructor University's novel method to increase affordability and invest its own financial future in that of its students.

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    23 mins
  • Episode 8: Mark Stucker and the Importance of Match
    May 8 2024

    Y'all are in for a treat today. Mark Stucker, host of Your College Bound Kid (where I got my feet wet in the world of podcasting) and founder of School Match 4 You, comes on to talk about the importance of fit and match. If you ever needed a fool-proof way to describe why one school isn't perfect for everyone, Mark's got it.

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    35 mins