What 9th, 10th, and 11th Graders Can Do Now to Prepare for Admissions | College Podcast

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Written by Ian Brook Fisheron November 14th, 2023

Ian Brook Fisher comes to College Coach with a unique history as an educational advisor. A graduate of Reed College with a Master’s from Stanford University, Ian discovered his passion for admissions work while still a student. Reading applications and interviewing students during his senior year at Reed, he was immediately recruited to join the admissions department as a full-fledged officer, working with students from the southwestern United States and Asia. His diverse educational experience has helped him successfully guide students of all interests, from those looking at large state schools, to others interested in small liberal arts colleges and the Ivy League. Ian holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Reed College and a master’s degree in policy, organization, and leadership studies from Stanford University.

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On this episode of our college podcast, college admissions counselor—and parent of high school students—Kara Courtois, joins host Ian Fisher to discuss what 9^th and 10^th graders should be thinking about in the upcoming months. Following up Kara is Nicole Doyle, also an admissions counselor and parent, to talk about what’s next for 11^th graders. Lastly, Ian is joined by college finance expert Alex Bickford to discuss how underclassmen can prepare for college expenses.

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