College Prep for Homeschoolers: Expert Strategies to Ace SAT/ACT & Save Thousands on College Costs

17/07/2025 21 min Episodio 215
College Prep for Homeschoolers: Expert Strategies to Ace SAT/ACT & Save Thousands on College Costs

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Home School Minnesota, host Dayle Annand speaks with Jean Burk, founder of College Prep Genius, about the importance of college preparation for homeschool families. They discuss the various college entrance exams, the significance of test scores, and how to navigate the college application process without a traditional guidance counselor. Jean shares insights on effective test-taking strategies, the offerings of her program, and the benefits of starting college prep early. The conversation emphasizes the need for parents to be proactive in preparing their children for college to avoid financial burdens and ensure future opportunities.
 
Link:
College Prep Genius:  https://collegeprepgenius.com/
To contact MACHE:  https://mache.org/
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Homeschool Minnesota
01:36 Meet Jean Burk: College Prep Genius
03:12 Understanding College Entrance Exams
05:46 The Importance of Test Scores
07:17 Changes in College Entrance Exams
09:41 The Skill of Test Taking
10:56 Critical Thinking Over Content
12:37 Traditional vs. Innovative Prep Methods
14:04 Course Offerings at College Prep Genius
16:33 Bootcamp Experience and Benefits
19:08 When to Start Preparing for College Exams
21:09 Final Advice for Homeschooling Families
 
Keywords
homeschooling, college prep, SAT, ACT, CLT, test taking, scholarships, education, Jean Burk, College Prep Genius