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College App 101

Dr. Riley

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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81 episodes

  1. A Teacher's Importance in College Admissions #81 15:26
  2. Feeling Overwhelmed? #80 14:17
  3. Preparing Financially for College: Saving, FAFSA 2026, and More #79 15:01
  4. Preparing for the FAFSA 2026 #78 15:56
  5. Why I Help Students Get Admitted to College Part 2 #77 14:29
  6. Why I Help Students Get Admitted to College #76 15:22
  7. Finding the Good in Failure Part 2 14:55
  8. Finding the Good in Failure Part 1 14:01
  9. Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 6 19:13
  10. Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 5 18:01
  11. Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 4 (National Merit Finalist!) 22:14
  12. Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 3 22:36
  13. Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 2 24:16
  14. Interviews with Class of 2026 National Merit Students Part 1 20:03
  15. Developing a Love for Learning Part 3 22:59
  16. Interview with a College Student about Major 16:51
  17. Avoiding Common High School Mistakes 12:36
  18. The Importance of Wonder in Education 10:01
  19. The Case for a Classical Education (K-12) Part 1 32:30
  20. Foresight's Role in Academic Success 10:23
  21. Fall 2025 Financial Tips: FAFSA, Generosity, and More 12:07
  22. Admissions Advice from a College Student 16:25
  23. When to Prepare for Highly Selective Admissions 12:30
  24. The Role of Parents in College Admissions 11:28
  25. Hats Off to Class of 2025 16:04
  26. Interview with a Business Owner 29:20
  27. Admissions Essay Ideas and a Dear Aunt 10:58
  28. Interview with UT-Austin Alumni: Business, Medicine 22:59
  29. Finding Your Voice in Admissions Essays Part 2 19:23
  30. Finding Your Voice in Admissions Essays Part 1 10:28
  31. Interview with an AP Scholar with Distinction 12:49
  32. Money, Saving, Generosity, and this Year’s FAFSA 12:14
  33. Interview with a Class of 2024 Graduate 17:15
  34. Understanding Your Gifts and Talents 11:23
  35. Staying Strong Mentally Part 2 11:37
  36. Hats Off to Class of 2024 14:38
  37. Staying Strong Mentally Part 1 11:19
  38. The Importance of Commitment in College Admissions 10:30
  39. Tips on Selecting a College Major 18:00
  40. Preparing for Junior Year Spring Semester 9:35
  41. The Benefits of Getting Rich 12:05
  42. Interview with a College Admissions Counselor 15:50
  43. Developing a Love for Learning Revisited 14:19
  44. How Much Money Should You Borrow for a College Education? 9:36
  45. Tips for Success on Tests 8:41
  46. Interview with an AP Scholar 10:14
  47. Inspiration for the PSAT 21:59
  48. Preparing for this Fall's Redesigned FAFSA 9:56
  49. Writing a Compelling Essay Part 1 Revisited 8:19
  50. The Most Important Part of a College App 12:00