McMillan Education is Boston’s foremost independent educational consultancy. For nearly seventy years, families have benefited from McMillan Education’s expertise in all levels and types of education and our specialized knowledge of children, adolescents, and young adults. On this podcast, we share this expertise on a wide array of subjects within our world.
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McMillan Education founder shares insights from Kent School's Owl Guide on how to prepare students for success through a holistic approach to education.
13 Feb 2024
College 2024: What You Need to Know
Don McMillan and Peter Olrich sit down to discuss 2023 college trends and 2024 tips and predictions.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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15 Dec 2023
How To Deal With Admissions Denial
How do you mend students' broken hearts when they don’t get into their dream school/college.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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12 Oct 2023
What You Need To Know About Applying to UK Universities
Amy Christie breaks down what you need to know to apply to universities in the UK and explores the differences between there and the USA>
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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28 Sept 2023
Building a School List: What You Need to Know
Bill Southwick breaks down everything you need to know about building a secondary school list.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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21 Sept 2023
The Future of The College Landscape
Don and Tony break down the future of the college landscape.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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14 Sept 2023
How to Build a College List
Today, we break down everything you need to know about making a college list.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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20 Jul 2023
Everything You Need To Know About The Common App
Don McMillan joins the show to discuss everything you need to know about the Common Application.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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22 Jun 2023
Writing As A Process Of Self-Discovery
Today we sit down with Jamie Paul to discuss how writing is and ought to be viewed as a process of thinking and self-discovery, especially valuable to young people as they begin to determine who they are and want to be.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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25 May 2023
College Readiness, Mental Health Challenges, and the Way Forward
Dr. Sarah McMillan shares her insights on what it means for students to struggle in college and the best path forward for those who may feel that there is no light at the end of the tunnel. She reflects on the causes of these struggles and encourages students and families to remain hopeful because there is a way for students to thrive even in the most unorthodox college journeys.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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17 May 2023
Wilderness Therapy: What You Need To Know
Social Worker Chris Hawk sits down with us to discuss the many benefits and misconceptions of wilderness therapy. This is a must listen for anyone who works with adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with their mental health.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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4 May 2023
To Test or Not To Test: Standardized Test Strategy Made Easy
Susanna Beckwith breaks down everything you need to know about standardized testing in the college process including test optional, SAT vs ACT, and overall strategy.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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20 Apr 2023
How To Make Your Final College Decision!
Today, we chat with Jacquie Magiera about what to consider for students making their final college decision. Be sure to give it a listen!
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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13 Apr 2023
Language-Based Learning Disabilities: What You Need To Know
Carolyn Nelson joins us for an amazingly insightful conversation about what parents, educators, and families should know about Language Based Learning Disabilities. If you know someone who may fall into this category, this episode is a must listen.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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30 Mar 2023
How To Do Extracurriculars In College Planning
Amy speaks in depth about how to think about and what to do in regards to extracurriculars in college planning. We touch on strategies, myths, and best practices for 9th-12th graders.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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16 Mar 2023
How Prospective College Athletes Should Plan Their Summer
Summer is an important time in athletic recruiting. Kim breaks down everything you need to know if you are or are the parent of an aspiring collegiate student athlete when it comes to summer planning.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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9 Mar 2023
Accepted, Rejected, Waitlisted: Now What?
Bill Southwick provides insight onto what to do with all three potential admissions decisions: accepted, rejected, waitlisted. Listen to find out more about the behind the scenes process of admissions at Independent Schools and what steps you should take after getting your decision.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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2 Mar 2023
Everything You Need To Know About School Acceptance Day (March 10th)
Don and Betsy dive into everything surrounding acceptance day in Independent Schools. If you want to know more about the decisions-making process schools go through and how you and your child should approach the post March 10th decision, be sure to give this episode a listen.
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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21 Feb 2023
Introduction
Welcome to W.I.S.E. Advice on Educational Planning!
For more information about McMillan Education, the nation's oldest and foremost educational consulting firm, click here: https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/ (https://www.mcmillaneducation.com/)
Hosts: Noah McMillan and Betsy Hamre
Executive Producer: Noah McMillan
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