Choosing A College Essay Topic: How to Get Started

Standardized tests are a key component of most college applications. But when should students start taking the SAT or ACT, and how far in advance should they begin to prepare for the tests? We'll talk through these questions with Jake Neuberg, CEO of Revolution Prep. We'll also welcome College Coach finance expert Kathy Ruby to discuss putting together a college list that factors finances and the ability to pay into the equation. For those students and parents who are starting to think about the college essay, College Coach admissions expert Ian Fisher will join us to talk through the first big step: choosing an appropriate topic. As always, we'll wrap up the episode by answering your admissions and finance questions.