<![CDATA[Dear Prospective Student]]>Dear Prospective Student is your audio letter of advice for decoding the graduate and professional school application process. Hosted by the Graduate and Professional Admissions team at Pacific University Oregon, this short, bite size podcast cuts through the noise and anxiety of admissions. From navigating GPA blemishes and prerequisite retakes to mastering centralized application portals, they deliver the honest, expert strategy you need to navigate the admissions process.

]]>www.pacificu.eduRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:38:00 GMTTue, 16 Jun 2026 17:23:21 GMT60Pacific University Oregon<p><b>Dear Prospective Student</b> is your audio letter of advice for decoding the graduate and professional school application process. Hosted by the Graduate and Professional Admissions team at Pacific University Oregon, this short, bite size podcast cuts through the noise and anxiety of admissions. From navigating GPA blemishes and prerequisite retakes to mastering centralized application portals, they deliver the honest, expert strategy you need to navigate the admissions process.</p>episodicPacific University Oregonleahbaldwin@pacificu.eduno<![CDATA[PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT: PT]]>In this episode of the Dear Prospective Student Podcast, Leah and Andrea discuss the Pacific University Physical Therapy program, highlighting its history, curriculum, and student experiences. Special guest Kyle shares insights from his first year in the program, emphasizing the importance of community and support in graduate education.

]]>56014676-b35e-4e00-b8c1-83afcdf173efTue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of the Dear Prospective Student Podcast, Leah and Andrea discuss the Pacific University Physical Therapy program, highlighting its history, curriculum, and student experiences. Special guest Kyle shares insights from his first year in the program, emphasizing the importance of community and support in graduate education.</p>no00:13:41PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT: PTfull<![CDATA[FAQ DEEP DIVE: GPAs]]>In this podcast episode, Leah and Julie discuss the importance of GPA in academic applications, emphasizing that while GPA is significant, it is not the sole factor in admissions decisions. They provide strategies for managing GPA, including when to withdraw from courses and the implications of retaking classes, while also highlighting the importance of demonstrating growth and maturity in one's academic journey.

]]>1a493315-5128-4c91-9323-582ad7157eb8Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this podcast episode, Leah and Julie discuss the importance of GPA in academic applications, emphasizing that while GPA is significant, it is not the sole factor in admissions decisions. They provide strategies for managing GPA, including when to withdraw from courses and the implications of retaking classes, while also highlighting the importance of demonstrating growth and maturity in one's academic journey.</p>no00:08:10FAQ DEEP DIVE: GPAsfull<![CDATA[Introduction]]>Leah and Jenni begin with an introduction to the podcast. It then transitions into an in-depth discussion about the creation of the podcast and its content. The hosts engage in a fun segment of rapid-fire questions before concluding with important takeaways for students.

]]>dea05767-7af3-4057-83d3-40b2013ca22fMon, 21 Sep 2026 21:55:30 GMT<p>Leah and Jenni begin with an introduction to the podcast. It then transitions into an in-depth discussion about the creation of the podcast and its content. The hosts engage in a fun segment of rapid-fire questions before concluding with important takeaways for students.</p>no00:12:22Introductionfull<![CDATA[CONQUERING CAS: The Basics]]>The conversation covers the basics of the CAS (Central Application Service) and its four quadrants, including personal information, academic history, supporting information, and program materials. It also discusses the submission, verification, and completion process, as well as tips and tricks for applicants.


Takeaways

  • CAS simplifies the application process by allowing students to submit one application to multiple programs.
  • The CAS Help Center is a valuable resource for applicants to navigate the application process.


Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to CAS and Conquering CAS Series
  • 03:13 The Four Quadrants of CAS
  • 15:58 Submission and Completion Process
  • 17:27 Verification and Completion
  • 17:57 Tips and Tricks for Applicants
]]>515b91cf-450f-4cee-9813-43152f3c5010Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation covers the basics of the CAS (Central Application Service) and its four quadrants, including personal information, academic history, supporting information, and program materials. It also discusses the submission, verification, and completion process, as well as tips and tricks for applicants.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>CAS simplifies the application process by allowing students to submit one application to multiple programs.</li><li>The CAS Help Center is a valuable resource for applicants to navigate the application process.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to CAS and Conquering CAS Series</li><li>03:13 The Four Quadrants of CAS</li><li>15:58 Submission and Completion Process</li><li>17:27 Verification and Completion</li><li>17:57 Tips and Tricks for Applicants</li></ul>no00:13:05CONQUERING CAS: The Basicsfull