{"podcast":{"title":"The College Admissions Process Podcast","slug":"the-college-admissions-process-podcast-4893144","podcast_index_feed_id":4893144,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-college-admissions-podcast/","website_url":"https://www.collegeadmissionstalk.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/69d82884-7a92-4772-9a4a-1da1b6cecd8e/ppGVLA7omD3xnbNuTmOdyLmQ.jpg","author":"John Durante","episode_count":300,"summary":"Welcome to \"The College Admissions Process Podcast,\" your ultimate resource for navigating the journey to higher education while receiving application tips and other college advice. I am your host, John Durante, and I am here to introduce you to college admissions representatives, and other professionals in the field of college admissions. Our purpose is to serve you the students and parents, so that you may gain insight straight from the people who ultimately make the decisions. Regardless of whether you will apply to a particular school being highlighted in a given podcast episode, you should listen to all of them, as each guest will give you tremendous insight and advice on every aspect of the college admissions process. Lastly, if you have any questions you’d like me to cover on future episodes, or any comments you’d like to share, please email me at: collegeadmissionstalk@gmail.com And don’t forget to visit our website at www.collegeadmissionstalk.com So, are you ready? Let’s talk about it.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-22T08:17:35.067541+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-college-admissions-process-podcast-4893144"},"episode":{"title":"355. Franklin & Marshall College - Rachel Marlowe - Admissions Counselor","slug":"355-franklin-marshall-college-rachel-marlowe-admissions-counselor","published_at":"2026-02-02T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-college-admissions-process-podcast-4893144/355-franklin-marshall-college-rachel-marlowe-admissions-counselor","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-college-admissions-process-podcast-4893144","url":"https://www.collegeadmissionstalk.com/franklin-marshall-college-rachel-marlowe-College-admissions-process-college-application-help-college-essays-campus-visits-recommendation-letters-parents-guide-to-college-admissions-college-podcast-application-tips","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ae2d26ff-c316-402b-97d4-e29276422b54.mp3","summary":"📬 Join my email list for practical college tips - and a free gift SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS 🎙️ In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast , host John Durante welcomes Rachel Marlowe , Admissions Counselor at Franklin & Marshall College , to explore how F&M supports students through a deeply personalized, community-first approach to admissions. ❤️📚 From transparent financial aid to what “fit” really means at a liberal arts college, this conversation is packed with value for students, families, and counselors navigating the college process. ✅ Whether you're curious about merit scholarships, what makes a standout essay, or how to show authentic interest, Rachel offers key insights from the inside . Plus, you'll get an unexpected pitch for why Lancaster, PA might just be your new favorite college town! 🏙️🌾 🎧 Top 3 Takeaways: 1️⃣ Your Application = Your Scholarship Application At F&M, there’s no extra work to be considered for merit-based scholarships 💰—no additional essays or forms. If you apply, you’re already in the running. Rachel explains how this approach reflects their “heart-forward” philosophy and respect for students’ time. 💖 2️⃣ Community Fit Matters as Much as Academics F&M admits students who will thrive in a small, tight-knit campus environment . With a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 17 👥, the college values how students contribute outside the classroom just as much as how they perform inside it. Rachel shares what their team looks for: involvement, global perspectives, and a genuine connection to the community. 🌍🤝 3️⃣ Location, Location, Lancaster! You’ll hear a glowing tribute to Lancaster, PA , which Rachel calls a “hidden gem.” 🍽️🎨🌳 From a vibrant food and arts scene to nearby outdoor adventures (Susque…","meta_description":"📬 Join my email list for practical college tips - and a free gift SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS 🎙️ In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast , host…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1709,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-college-admissions-process-podcast-4893144/episodes/355-franklin-marshall-college-rachel-marlowe-admissions-counselor/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-college-admissions-process-podcast-4893144/355-franklin-marshall-college-rachel-marlowe-admissions-counselor.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}