College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.
Are you trying to understand how financial aid actually works, how to get into the best fit college, why some students receive merit scholarships, or how families can pay for college without jeopardizing retirement?
On the College Knowledge Podcast, we break down the financial side of college—how colleges price tuition, how financial aid packages are built, and how families make smart decisions about getting into and paying for higher education.
Hosted by experts from Elite Collegiate Planning, Paradigm Financial Group, and College Planning Network, the show features conversations with admissions leaders, financial aid professionals, and higher education experts including voices like Jeff Selingo & Michael B. Horn.
Each episode helps families understand the real economics of college, financial aid strategy, and how to navigate the admissions process without making costly financial mistakes.
College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.
Latest Episodes
173. The True Cost of College & Why the System Is Broken | Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab
In this episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, host Joe Kerns sits down with renowned sociologist Dr. Sara Goldrick‑Rab to uncover the real drivers behind rising college costs and the policies shaping higher education today.
172. Optimizing College Financial Planning | Insights from Dr. Tim Griesdorn
In this episode of College Knowledge, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns are joined by Tim Griesdorn, Ph.D., an associate professor of finance, for a practical conversation on optimizing college financial planning.
171. Education, AI, and the Future of Jobs | Insights from Harry J. Holzer
Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group. In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns (Joe the College Pro) sit down with Harry J. Holzer, a leading e...
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170. Unlocking Scholarships | Insights from Melissa Rowe
🎓 In this episode of College Knowledge, co-hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns welcome Melissa A. Rowe, M.Ed., author of Scholars Get Dollars and founder of Capture Greatness! Scholarship & College Coaching. With ...
169. Navigating College Economics: Higher Ed Financial Stability with Dr. Mike Nietzel
🎙️ In this episode of College Knowledge, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerns sit down with Dr. Mike Nietzel — faculty emeritus from Missouri State University and senior contributor to Forbes. Dr. Nietzel brings decades ...