YCBK18: A New Approach to Find Colleges that are Interested in Your Kid - a podcast by Mark Stucker

In the News: We’ll discuss an article that reviews studies that show students at test optional schools are achieving academic success. Chapter 18 of 171 Answers: We talk about a great way to learn about new colleges that may be interested in your kid as an applicant. This week’s question is from a mom who wants to know the purpose of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and how it is used. Mark’s interview this week is with Deb Shaver, Dean of Admissions at Smith College and they discuss the value of women’s colleges.   Don’t forget to send your questions related to any and every facet of the college process to  Every episode of Your College Bound Kid will align with a chapter from the book 171 Answers to the Most-Asked College Admission Questions. To get a copy visit  and if you want to see what future episodes will cover just click the red button “See exactly what 171 Answers covers”.

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