Advertise on podcast: Admit It! With Alexis White

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White,  I talk with Courtney, a mom of a high school junior, about building a college list from scratch, focusing on fit, not just rankings, and what junior-year priorities really look like. Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I help navigate Kristin through the college admissions process for her daughter, offering personalized guidance on test scores, extracurriculars, college essays, and application strategies to help her navigate the path to college. Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White,  I share how students can write about grief, personal challenges, and academic setbacks in their college applications. Learn how to explain struggling grades, highlight personal growth, and craft an authentic essay that shows admissions officers who you are beyond your transcript. Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I’m giving seniors and parents a much-needed reality check on the college application process. We’ll talk about when to hit “submit,” when to STOP editing, how to rethink your college list, Early Decision, “safety” schools, and the pressure to keep up with everyone else. Because more applications, earlier deadlines, and a perfect essay don’t necessarily mean a better outcome. Sometimes, you just have to let go and press the button. Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I break down how admissions offices verify activities, research, and accomplishments, where the line between presenting yourself well and misrepresenting yourself actually is, and why being honest can be more powerful than trying to look impressive.Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed.https://alexiscollegexpert.com/TikTok: / collegexpert Instagram: / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I talk about the anxieties parents don’t always admit: worrying that your child isn’t doing “enough,” obsessing over college prestige, and feeling like you have to manage every deadline, program, and decision. From summer plans and “pay to play” programs to choosing the right college and knowing when to step back, we’re asking one big question: Whose college journey is this, anyway? Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White,I tackle your biggest college admissions questions from applications and essays to academics, extracurriculars, testing, and everything in between. Whether you’re a student, parent, or counselor, this episode cuts through the confusion and gives you practical insight into what really matters in the admissions process.

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, we’re calling out some of the worst college admissions advice students and families hear all the time. I breaks down what you should avoid, what actually matters, and how following bad advice could hurt your college application. Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I get the privilege on coaching Cami, a senior from Northwest Arkansas, through the challenge of turning an unconventional high school journey into a compelling college application. As an elite pickleball athlete who has traveled extensively and missed school, Cami learns how to frame her story without letting her sport define her entire application. We explore everything from using the Common App Additional Information section to explaining academic disruptions, balancing reach schools with smart options for merit aid, and highlighting leadership, business competitions, and career focused experiences. Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I sit down with Bethany Bozeman about building the right college list for her high achieving daughter, who hopes to pursue direct admit nursing, play varsity flag football, and find a college with the right balance of academics, campus culture, and affordability. We explore the competitiveness of nursing programs, expanding beyond Florida, honors colleges, alternative nursing pathways, and why strong essays matter.  Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I sit down with Claire Traganos from Austin, Texas for a real family, real advice coaching call focused on her daughter’s college journey. Together we talk through how to build a meaningful activities list for a busy student-athlete, what to do when a junior is a year behind in math, and how to think strategically about testing, school rigor, and academic interests like biology. Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I coach Jessica through a real college planning session for Chandler, a Michigan junior with a rigorous IB course load and deep interests in German, history, and political life. Together, we unpack how to turn Chandler’s academic strengths and unique interests into a strategic college list, a compelling application narrative, and better opportunities for merit scholarships.  Whether you’re a student beginning the college process or a parent trying to help your child navigate it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build an application that gets noticed. https://alexiscollegexpert.com/ TikTok:   / collegexpert    Instagram:   / collegexpert

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I break down standardized testing from SAT vs. ACT and how to sign up, to the biggest myths students and parents still believe. I also explain ways a student could make a big college feel small and create the right learning environment . Big school. Smart strategy. Better fit. Admit It! This is an episode you wont want to miss!

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, I break down how the size of a college can shape the student experience. From small, close knit campuses to large universities with thousands of students, we explore how campus size impacts academics, relationships, opportunities, community, and the overall educational experience . Because where you go isn’t just about the school it’s about how the environment shapes your college journey.

On this episode of Admit It! with Alexis White, we break down why growth matters more than perfection and character can matter more than credentials. We explore 6 key areas of college admissions that can make an applicant stand out, while also looking at what hasn’t changed in the admissions process. Because colleges aren’t just looking at what you’ve accomplished they’re looking at who you’re becoming.