Who doesn’t love podcasts? It’s the best way to be entertained or educated wherever you are: in the car, at work, at home or waiting at the doctor’s office. There truly is a podcast for every interest. My daughter listens to the History Chicks and has learned a great deal of history while listening. I like to listen to inspirational podcasts that motivate and encourage me.

With all the college information available to parents today, there’s no excuse for being uninformed about the ins and outs of the college process. Podcasts are a great way to stay informed. Here’s a list of my favorites:

The College Essay Guy Podcast

Practical, up-to-date interviews with experts in college admissions, financial aid, personal statements, test prep and more. Ethan Sawyer (aka College Essay Guy), interviews deans of admission, financial aid experts, and veterans of the admissions field to extract, then distill their advice into practical steps for students and those guiding them through the process. From creating an awesome college list to appealing a financial aid letter, Ethan skips the general advice and gets right to the action items, all in an effort to bring more ease, joy and purpose into the college admissions process.

Prepped and Polished Podcast

Here you’ll find tips and tricks for studying specific subjects and how to prepare for major tests like the SAT and ACT. You’ll also discover valuable insights from local and world-wide educational experts as they discuss poignant topics like “How to Help Teens Reduce Stress” and “Navigating School and Career with Physical and Learning Disabilities”.  Practical tips and shortcuts for students are revealed in episodes like “Vocabulary Memorization Shortcuts for the SAT” and “Google Docs Organization for School”.

The College Prep Podcast

Nationally recognized experts Megan Dorsey and Gretchen Wegner share tips and tricks about creative study strategies, SAT/ACT prep, college applications, essay writing, teen-friendly time management tools, and more. They will also host experts on a number of subjects including scholarships, parenting, test prep, learning differences, NCAA athletics, and more! About the hosts: Megan is a college admissions consultant and test prep guru who helps students and parents plan and prepare for college admission. Gretchen is an academic life coach who helps stressed out students and their families feel smart, confident and ready for the rigors of college without losing their lives to school and studying. Together, they are a one-stop shop for how to survive…and thrive!…during the final approach into higher education.

College Prep Genius

College Prep Genius will teach you all the tips and tricks to ace the SAT and get FREE money for college (no strings attached)! Jean Burk’s program will give you all the inside information on how to get money for college, put together a college transcript, and become a logic-based thinker. Jean will debunk myths and misconceptions, all while providing you all the information on how to stop fearing the SAT.

Inside the Admissions Office: Advice from Former Admissions Officers

Need help navigating the college admissions process? Every other Monday they bring you exclusive interviews with Former Admissions Officers, graduates from top universities, and admissions experts. Each episode will be filled with application tips and first-hand experiences that will help you get into your dream school. Brought to you by InGenius Prep, the world’s largest team of Former Admissions Officers.

Admissions Uncovered – College Applications and Admissions Explained

Two high school seniors and one Columbia freshman explore the black box that is the college application process. They cover topics like handling deferrals, asking for letters of recommendations, the college essay and more.

Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

Each week on VoiceAmerica College Coach hosts their internet radio program and podcast, Getting In: A College Coach Conversation. Each week, former University of Pennsylvania admissions officer Elizabeth Heaton leads the discussion on a variety of admissions and college finance topics including: approaching and crafting essays, successfully appealing financial aid decisions, selecting the right college, determining the most effective savings vehicle to help pay for it and more!

Demystifying College Admissions

Julie Kim, a Harvard-graduate college consultant, the founder of Julie Kim Consulting is the host of Demystifying College Admissions. This podcast is designed to inspire high school students to identify their passions, learn all about the most updated college admissions strategies, with guests and experts from all industries! She also dives into mental health so that this podcast will be a healthy, safe, and vulnerable space for all teens and parents.

College Admissions Podcast

Applying for college is more complex and often times more confusing than it used to be. In addition, there are so many resources out there. How do you know which is the right one? The best one? Shouldn’t everyone have access to the best information out there, regardless of price? On this podcast, Mark Hofer and Anna Ren, both independent college consultants, share real and relevant topics in college admissions to provide you with a fresh perspective and truly actionable takeaways that you can use as you prepare to apply for college.

Your College-Bound Kid

Let a college admission expert (Mark) and a mom who’s been through the process (Anika) guide you through the college admission process. Learn key strategies and hear true stories on topics ranging from building the right college list, getting admitted to the colleges on your list; how to pay for college, and even choosing the right career. The podcast combines in depth knowledge and insights about college admissions and college life with a lighthearted, and at times, entertaining style that makes Mark and Anika easy to listen to.