Episode 200 - How to Stay Sane During the College Admissions Process with Alexis White, @collegexpert
College admissions get stressful fast, and for many parents, it starts with the feeling that the rules keep changing and no one explains them clearly.
Amy names that tension early in the episode, and Alexis White helps slow it down. Drawing from her work as a college expert and her experience as a parent, Alexis talks through the college process in a practical way. The focus stays on parenting through this stage with intention, prioritizing mental health, realistic expectations, and meaningful support for parents who want to guide their kids without letting stress take over family life.
Rather than chasing prestige or checking every box, the conversation asks parents to pause and reassess. What actually fits your child right now? How do grades, activities, and testing reflect who they are, not who they are supposed to be? Alexis offers clear guidance on timing, essays, and decision points, with the reminder that consistency and perspective matter more than perfection.
This episode centers on support for parents navigating a major transition. College admissions are treated as a developmental step, not a verdict. With more clarity and fewer assumptions, the college process starts to feel less intimidating and more workable.
Episode Breakdown:
00:00 College Admissions Stress and Mental Health for Parents
01:27 Meet Alexis White, College Admissions Expert and Founder of A-List Tutoring
07:15 How Parents Can Stay Sane During the College Admissions Process
12:55 What Colleges Really Look For, Grades, Passion, and Context
21:46 High School Roadmap for College Admissions, 9th Through 11th Grade
29:01 College Essays Explained, Personal Statements, Supplemental Essays, and Parent Roles
36:43 SAT and ACT Explained, Test Optional Policies and Score Strategy
46:00 When to Hire a College Admissions Expert and Why 10th Grade Matters
49:36 Should Teens Go to College, Life Skills, Independence, and Maturity
55:51 Underrated Colleges to Consider, Marquette, Bowling Green, and Elon
1:01:14 Scholarships and Athletic Aid, How Parents Can Find College Money
Connect with Alexis White:
Visit the Alexis College Expert website
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