Dave Kozak
College Knowledge-The podcast where college admissions meets family financial strategy.
Are you trying to understand how financial aid actually works , how to get into the best fit college, why some students receive merit scholarships , or how families can pay for college without jeopardizing retirement ? On the College Knowledge Podcast , we break down the financial side of college—how colleges price tuition, how financial aid packages are built, and how families make smart decisions about getting into and paying for higher education. Hosted by experts from Elite Collegiate Planning, Paradigm Financial Group, and College Planning Network, the show features conversations with adm...
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May 8, 2026
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Episodes
152. Exploring Higher Ed Trends & Earth Sciences with Dr. Kristy Tiampo 14.03.2025 1:06:25
Send us Fan Mail 🚀 Join hosts Dave Kozak and Joe The College Pro in this exciting episode of College Knowledge , where they break down the latest trends in higher education! 📚✨ From the rising number of women earning degrees to the shifting political landscape among college-educated men, they cover it all. 🌍 The episode features a fascinating conversation with Dr. Kristy Tiampo , a leading exp...
151. The College Admissions Hustle: What They Don't Tell You 28.02.2025 39:21
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ The College Admissions Hustle: What They Don’t Tell You In this episode of the College Knowledge Podcast , hosts Joe Kern and Dave Kozak explore the business side of college admissions and financial aid . Sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group , this discussion reveals how colleges operate like businesses and what that means for students and pare...
150. DEI in Higher Education: Breaking Myths and Building Inclusion with Dr. Amer Ahmed 06.12.2024 50:44
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast! Sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins bring you another impactful episode packed with insights into the ever-changing landscape of higher education. 🔍 Episode Highlights: 1️⃣ College Confidential: NCAA Division 1 scholarship policies are evolving! Learn about the upcomin...
149. Is This Rocket Science? Notre Dame TurboMachinery Lab 08.11.2024 52:56
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! In today’s episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins sit down with Dr. Joshua Cameron, Director of the Notre Dame TurboMachinery Laboratory. They explore the groundbreaking research in aerospace engineering, making this episode a must-listen for aspiring engineers, t...
148. AI, Math, and the Next Big Thing at Penn 25.10.2024 58:39
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🎓 In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins sit down with Dr. Robert Ghrist, the Andrea Mitchell University Professor of Electrical & Systems Engineering and Mathematics at the University of Pennsylvania, and the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Educatio...
147. ROTC Scholarships with Lt. Col. Rob Kirkland 04.10.2024 59:52
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! In today’s episode, host Joe Kerins has an enlightening conversation with retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Rob Kirkland, founder of ROTC Scholarship Consulting. They dive into the unique challenges and rewards of the ROTC scholarship process, making this episode...
146. Financial Aid & Student Success with Dr. Latisha Addison 27.09.2024 58:50
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🎓 In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins sit down with Dr. Latisha Addison, Executive Director of Student Financial Success at Texas Southern University (TSU), for an insightful discussion on navigating student loans, financial literacy, and the changing l...
145. Financial Aid and the FAFSA 20.09.2024 53:00
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🎓 In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins sit down with Frances McKeown from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) to dive deep into the world of financial aid and how families can navigate the complexities of paying for college. 🚀 K...
144. Careers in Math: Insights from UF Professor Kevin Knudson 13.09.2024 1:08:08
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🎓 In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins sit down with Kevin Knudson, professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Florida, for a fascinating discussion on the world of mathematics and the various career opportunities it presents. 🚀 K...
143. FAFSA Update 2024: What You Need to Know for College Financial Aid 23.08.2024 20:25
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🎓 In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins dive deep into the latest developments surrounding the 2024 FAFSA updates. Discover how recent changes may impact your financial aid process, from delayed rollouts to the potential complications schools are facing. Wh...
142. Global Perspectives & Civil Discourse: Inside UC Berkeley’s International House w/ Shaun Carver 16.08.2024 1:00:36
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, proudly sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🌟 Whether you're searching for the perfect college, navigating the admissions process, or figuring out how to make it all financially feasible, you've come to the right place. In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe introduce Shaun Carver, the CEO...
141. Leadership Lessons from West Point to Mount St. Mary's University 09.08.2024 51:00
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🌟 Whether you're searching for the right fit college, navigating the application process, or figuring out how to afford it all, you're in the right place. In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and guest host Clayton Kovatch interview Dr. Timothy E. Trainor, Pres...
140. High School Timeline for College Bound Students and Parents 19.07.2024 1:01:22
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🌟 Whether you're searching for the right fit college, navigating the application process, or figuring out how to afford it all, you're in the right place. In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins tackle the comprehensive college journey for high scho...
139. College Admissions Insights for High School Students and Families 28.06.2024 1:07:21
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group! 🌟 Whether you're searching for the right fit college, navigating the application process, or figuring out how to afford it all, you're in the right place. In this episode, hosts Dave Kozak and guest host Clayton Kovatch interview Ian Harkness, the Director o...
138. What is Computer Science: Insights from an NC State Professor 07.06.2024 50:52
Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins on the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group. This episode explores the diverse paths to success in the field of computer science and offers insights into effective college planning. Key highlights include: - Discussion on Top-Paying College Majors: The hosts discuss a recent article h...
137. The Realities of College Majors and Financial Planning 24.05.2024 55:24
Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins on the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group. This episode tackles both the impact of current events on college campuses and provides essential advice on college planning and financing. Key highlights include: - Podcast Introduction: Dave and Joe introduce the podcast, setting the stag...
136. Campus Protests and Parent Questions 10.05.2024 1:04:35
Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins on the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group. This episode tackles both the impact of current events on college campuses and provides essential advice on college planning and financing. Key highlights include: - Podcast Introduction: Dave and Joe introduce the podcast, setting the stag...
135. Beyond Books: How Carnegie Mellon's Libraries Are Adapting to the Digital Age 03.05.2024 50:21
Send us Fan Mail Join host Joe Kerins on the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, for a fascinating discussion with Keith Webster, the Dean of University Libraries at Carnegie Mellon University. This episode dives deep into the integral role of libraries in modern education, touching on their evolution and continued relevance in a digit...
134. The SAT is Coming Back with a HUGE IMPACT! 26.04.2024 1:02:22
Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, host Joe Kerins is joined by David Blobaum, the director of Outreach at the National Test Prep Association. The discussion is rich with expert analysis and trends in SAT preparation and the broader implications of standardized testing changes. Here a...
133. Biomolecular and Chemical Engineering - NC State University 05.04.2024 52:55
Send us Fan Mail In this engaging episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, Professor Lisa Bullard, a distinguished educator and director of undergraduate studies in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at NC State, shares her invaluable insights into the world of engineering education and career preparation...
132. AI and Education - Professor Wagner - Drexel University 15.03.2024 54:56
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, Professor Michael Wagner, a leader in the field of digital media and educational technology, shares his expert insights on the fusion of technology and education. Hosted by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, the discussion delves into the rapidly evolving landscape of learning, driven by advancements in arti...
131. Nursing with Dr. Gloria Donnelly - Drexel University 01.03.2024 58:30
Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins explore the dynamic world of nursing and health professions with an esteemed guest, Dr. Gloria Donnelly, dean emeritus and founding dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions at Drexel University. Dr. Donnel...
130. Biomedical Engineering with Dr. Huang - West Chester University 08.02.2024 46:31
Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, sponsored by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins dive deep into the world of biomedical engineering with a special focus on the pioneering program at West Chester University. Our distinguished guest, Dr. Zhongping Huang, the founding director and professor of biome...
129. Exploring Nursing Careers: A Deep Dive at West Chester University 02.02.2024 48:52
Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode of the "College Knowledge Podcast," hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins engage in an enlightening conversation with Nancy Barker, Chair of the Nursing Department and Associate Professor at West Chester University. This episode, brought to life by the College Planning Network and Paradigm Financial Group, is a must-listen for anyone interested in th...
128. Dr. Shana Maier: Exploring Criminal Justice 15.12.2023 53:58
Send us Fan Mail 📌 Episode Description: In this compelling episode of the College Knowledge Podcast, hosts Dave Kozak and Joe Kerins sit down with Dr. Shana Maier, Director of the Master’s in Criminal Justice Program at Widener University. They dive into the diverse and often misunderstood world of criminal justice, shedding light on the multitude of career opportunities beyond law enforcement an...
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