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Episode 2: When to Apply to College Nov 02, 2020

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It's officially apply season — aka deadline season. But with all these important dates approaching fast, how can students keep everything straight and budget their time effectively?
In this episode of College Admissions Insider, brought to you by Bucknell University, Brooke Thames and Bryan Wendell welcome Candace Leake, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Bucknell, to discuss how to manage your time when applying for college.
When should students start this process? At what point should they begin adding information into the Coalition App or Common App? And what can high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors do right now to get ready?
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If you have a question, comment or idea for a future episode, email podcast@bucknell.edu.
Please note: Information presented in this episode was accurate at the time of recording, but may have since changed. Participants may have changed roles or no longer hold positions at Bucknell University.

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When you visit campus for a preview session and guided tour, chat with our student ambassadors, or experience an interactive virtual tour of campus, you'll have a front-row seat as you explore this place we call home.
This combination of in-person and virtual visit offerings means you can learn more about Bucknell in the way that fits you and your family best.

Episode 1: Choosing a College Without Visiting Oct 11, 2020

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In this episode of College Admissions Insider, brought to you by Bucknell University, Brooke Thames and Bryan Wendell welcome Becca Haupt, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Bucknell, to discuss how a student can choose a college without ever visiting campus.
Because of COVID-19, many schools have canceled or significantly reduced their visit opportunities. That’s tough on high school students looking to build their list of college finalists or start sending off applications. But it can be done, and we'll show you how.
Hear how it's possible to make this important decision from the comfort of your laptop at home.
Read a transcript for this episode
If you have a question, comment or idea for a future episode, email podcast@bucknell.edu.

Please note: Information presented in this episode was accurate at the time of recording, but may have since changed. Participants may have changed roles or no longer hold positions at Bucknell University.

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