Episodes

  • Don't Take the ACT if...
    Oct 17 2023

    On this episode, Caleb and Jill dive into the controversial topic of whether you should take the ACT/SAT, or if you might be better off without it? They'll explore scenarios in which taking a standardized test is beneficial for you or not.

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    College Counseling

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    21 mins
  • The Truth with Meredith Vaughn
    Jun 27 2023

    In today's episode, Jill has the pleasure of interviewing one of our Standard-Level Tutors, Meredith Vaughn. Meredith opens up about her high school experience, her college prep process, and the honest truth about trusting yourself.

    Listen to Meredith's interview to learn more.

    Meredith Vaughn

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    17 mins
  • Do I take the ACT/SAT or not?
    May 10 2023
    It's a question we hear often and there is a lot of talk surrounding the topic. Should students take the ACT or SAT? Caleb and Jill chat about which schools require it, which schools are test optional and which schools are test blind. Plus, within colleges which programs require an ACT/SAT.


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    ACT Private Tutoring

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    29 mins
  • Current Trends in College Admissions
    Oct 26 2022

    What are the current trends in college admissions? Caleb and Jill tackle some of the effects Covid-19 has had on students and learning as well as their mental well-being, stress level and test anxiety.




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    33 mins
  • GRE: In Depth Look
    Sep 7 2022

    The GRE General Test is a computer-delivered test that features question types that features question types that closely reflect the kind of thinking you'll do in today's graduate school programs. Caleb and Jill break down who takes the GRE, the timing of the test, where and when to take the test, and what the test covers.

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    37 mins
  • ACT Advice with Audrey Hazzard
    Apr 20 2022

    Today we sit down with one of our Premier-Level Tutors, Audrey Hazzard, who has been a tutor with Get Smarter Prep for over ten years. Audrey talks about the changes she has seen in the tutoring industry over the past ten years and offers advice to high school students who are taking on more than they can handle.

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    24 mins
  • Keep it Weird
    Apr 13 2022

    We're back! After taking a few months off, Caleb and Jill are back to talk about a few updates surrounding Get Smarter Prep as well as what current Juniors should be focusing on right now. Of course, we don't want to leave out Sophomores or Seniors, so we have some guidance as to what those students can do as well.

    Also, Caleb is traveling to Austin for a big birthday celebration! Can you guess how old he is turning?

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    15 mins
  • A Decade of Changes with Stephen Heiner: Part Two
    Jan 12 2022

    A Decade of Changes with Stephen Heiner: Part Two continues. Season Five of the Simply Smarter Podcast kicks off with a look back at all of the changes within the past 10 years, featuring Stephen Heiner. Stephen was the President of Get Smarter Prep from 2006-2012. He turns the tables on Caleb and Jill and asks them questions about how Get Smarter Prep has adapted within the decade.

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    26 mins