Shift - College admissions in a changing world

The college admissions landscape is undergoing massive change. Our mission is to help you navigate these changes and get into your dream school. We give you tips and tactics for mastering the college admissions process, from application essays, to acing the ACT and SAT exams, to campus visits, mental health, and much more. Whether you’re just starting your college search or ready to submit your applications, we’ve got you covered.Achievable is a modern prep program for the ACT exam. Visit https://achievable.me to learn more.

How AI is transforming the college admissions process
Apr 18, 2025 – 31:17
Answers to the most common questions international students have when applying to US universities
Mar 26, 2025 – 38:36
College admissions and test prep advice for parents of 11th graders, including those with learning differences
Mar 12, 2025 – 22:31
College admissions and test prep advice for parents of 10th graders
Feb 26, 2025 – 25:24
What changed with the new adaptive SAT
Feb 12, 2025 – 29:40
The biggest lies in standardized testing
Jan 22, 2025 – 23:03
You can get more financial aid than you think
Jan 8, 2025 – 34:08
How to find the right SAT or ACT tutor
Dec 25, 2024 – 34:08
What we have learned about the digital SAT after its US rollout
Dec 11, 2024 – 21:06
Your best-fit college is not always the top ranked one
Nov 27, 2024 – 30:40
Interview with Jeremy Tate, founder & CEO of the Classic Learning Test (CLT)
Nov 13, 2024 – 26:13
How to be the best high school intern
Oct 30, 2024 – 45:12
What makes a hard SAT Math question hard, and how to solve them
Oct 16, 2024 – 22:57
What is ROTC and how it can provide financial support and career opportunities for college students
Oct 3, 2024 – 54:30
How to start the process of earning scholarships
Sep 25, 2024 – 43:03
There's almost never been a better time to take the SAT or ACT
Sep 18, 2024 – 25:11
How to talk to your kid about testing
Sep 11, 2024 – 35:11
5 college admissions trends for the second half of 2024
Sep 4, 2024 – 36:17
Why you should start with paper when preparing for the digital SAT
Aug 28, 2024 – 22:13
How do the math sections on the SAT and ACT differ
Aug 21, 2024 – 21:06
Two girls in Alabama got into Harvard. Here's how they got in.
Aug 14, 2024 – 37:08
Walkthrough of five CLT Quantitative (Math) practice questions
Aug 7, 2024 – 34:50
An introduction to the Classic Learning Test (CLT)
Jul 31, 2024 – 35:30
How to ace college admissions: a walkthrough from elementary school to college acceptance
Jul 24, 2024 – 44:31
Why you should (or shouldn't) use AI to help with your college admissions essays, and how to do so
Jul 11, 2024 – 28:46
How to find good practice questions for the new digital SAT
Jun 26, 2024 – 22:49
Top 5 tips for the SAT Math section
Jun 19, 2024 – 21:35
Top 5 tips for the SAT Reading and Writing section
Jun 12, 2024 – 26:38
Harvard's response to SCOTUS: how to write the new application essay
Jun 7, 2024 – 19:46
Mega Episode: 9 mistakes to avoid when applying to highly selective schools
May 29, 2024 – 01:05:52
What impact has the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action had on this year's college admissions cycle
May 22, 2024 – 21:57
Mega Episode: How to make the most of your college experience academically
May 15, 2024 – 52:45
How to solve different Evidence-based Reading question types on the digital SAT
May 8, 2024 – 35:07
Mega Episode: How students can develop the organizational skills and executive functioning they need for college and beyond
May 1, 2024 – 52:32
The new Digital SAT: how it changes your admissions strategy
Apr 24, 2024 – 24:22
Should I submit my standardized test scores?
Apr 17, 2024 – 24:20
How the SCOTUS affirmative action decision will affect college admissions
Apr 10, 2024 – 26:40
Ways to raise your ACT English score
Apr 3, 2024 – 16:30
6 takeaways from new Ivy League testing requirements (Dartmouth, Yale, Brown)
Mar 27, 2024 – 43:12
Mega Episode: How to select an ACT or SAT test prep program based on your commitments, schedule, and budget
Mar 20, 2024 – 55:49
Tips for applying to college as a prospective college athlete
Mar 14, 2024 – 30:34
How to study for AP History exams
Mar 6, 2024 – 24:07
How AI will affect college admissions and essay writing
Feb 28, 2024 – 31:30
How to get a good ACT writing score
Feb 21, 2024 – 22:43
Who is the ideal college candidate and how to become one
Feb 14, 2024 – 37:30
What to consider regarding AP classes and exams
Feb 7, 2024 – 19:55
ACT national score numbers are way down - what is the cause and why?
Jan 31, 2024 – 29:47
Preparing for tests with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning disabilities
Jan 24, 2024 – 33:45
How to prepare for and ace your college admissions interview
Jan 17, 2024 – 37:20
How to prepare for the ACT and SAT with ADHD or other learning differences
Jan 10, 2024 – 20:59

Recent Reviews

Sealord11

Not good at all

I listened to one episode on preparation for the night before and morning of the ACT. It was basic and generic info. Sure it was good but “Don’t go to a party or drink alcohol.” Ummm, ok, wow, I really didn’t see that one coming. I tried a second episode on ACT error logs. The host couldn’t even pronounce the word Potomac. I mean WOW! How on earth do I get college prep info from a dude that can’t pronounce Potomac.
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The best college info podcast out there

Love Taylor, the host, his guests are amazing college experts, super useful info that I was not able to find anywhere else, absolute gold, highly recommend.