How’s your college planning going with your homeschool student? There can be a lot to consider, including transcripts, standardized tests, and finances. For the best advice in college planning for homeschool students, we’ve turned to Dave Kozak of Elite Collegiate Planning to bring us the actionable strategies we need.
Navigating the path from homeschooling to college can feel daunting, but with the right strategies, homeschool students can transition smoothly into higher education.
College Planning for Homeschool Students
In this interview with Dave Kozak of Elite Collegiate Planning, we explore tailored approaches for homeschool families to excel in college prep, from understanding admissions requirements to mastering financial planning. Dave shares insights on building a strong academic portfolio, acing standardized tests, and showcasing unique experiences that set homeschool students apart in college applications. Whether you’re a homeschooler aiming for college or a parent guiding the way, this conversation offers essential advice for a successful journey to higher education.
Common Mistakes with College Planning
Listen to episode 288 of the Homeschool with Moxie Podcast to hear Dave’s take on these challenges and more:
- What has changed in the college system since parents have gone through?
- What are the common misconceptions families come to you with? What are the common mistakes that you see?
Financial Planning for College
In this episode, we ask Dave specifics about financial planning for college.
- Are 529s the best way to save for college or are there other better ways?
- What is the difference between a financial planner who plans for college, and a college financial specialist?
And since I know the anxiety around FAFSA’s each year in the homeschool community, I asked Dave what we needed to know about filling out the FAFSA and being ready for that too.
Extracurricular Involvement
Throughout the interview, we touched on some of the frequently asked questions in homeschool circles surrounding transcripts, standardized tests, and extracurricular involvement.
- Transcripts – How can homeschool families create strong, competitive transcripts for college applications?
- Standardized tests – What standardized tests or benchmarks should homeschoolers prioritize, and how can they best prepare for them?
- Extracurricular – What role does extracurricular involvement play in homeschoolers’ college applications, and how can they showcase these experiences?
Listen especially to Dave’s answer to the extracurricular involvement question – this is by far my personal favorite part of the episode! His answer may not be what you think.
Advice for Parents with College Planning
And finally, you’ll hear Dave’s expert advice for homeschool parents tackling the college planning with their student.
- How do you find a best fit school?
- If a parent wants to work with someone to get help with the college process, how should they evaluate and determine who is the right person to work with?
You can connect with Elite Collegiate Planning and access their College Planning Workshops and Webinars. Dave also hosts the College Knowledge Podcast.
Listen to episode 288
In this episode, Dave Kozak of Elite Collegiate Planning shares expert tips to help homeschoolers prepare for college. Learn how to build a college-ready profile tailored to homeschooling while navigating the financial aspects of paying for college and finding your best fit school. Perfect for parents and students looking to ensure success in the college journey.
