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College Knowledge brings you conversations with guests from in and around the college space, informing you about the application, admissions, and financial aid processes, showcasing different schools’ identities, initiatives, and programs, and giving you a candid look into your universities of interest through open conversation.
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163. Financial Aid, Enrollment & FAFSA with Dr. Taylor Odle
🎓 In this episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, host Dave Kozak interviews Dr. Taylor Odle, a higher education expert from the University of Pennsylvania with academic roots at Wharton and Vanderbilt.
Together, they unpack the realities behind college admissions and financial aid decisions—from how institutions approach enrollment strategy, to the obstacles facing first-gen and low-income students. Taylor also breaks down what the FAFSA Simplification Act truly means for families, highlighting both its promise and pitfalls.
This insightful conversation touches on:
- The true cost of college beyond the sticker price
- Myths around need-blind admissions
- How COVID reshaped application trends
- The demographic cliff and its impact on university strategy
- The growing role of data science in admissions
If you’re a student, parent, or counselor navigating the future of higher education, this episode is a must-listen.
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