370. University of Idaho - Casey Campbell - Assistant Director of Admissions

🎙️ In this episode I speak with with Casey Campbell, Assistant Director of Admissions at University of Idaho, about what makes the Vandal experience unique:🌟 Campus Culture: The “Hello Walk” keeps students and faculty connected through friendly greetings—every day.🔬 Early Research Access: Two-thirds of undergrads engage in research, often before senior year.📅 Rolling Admissions &amp; Financial Planning: Apply early to secure housing and plan finances.💰 Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE): Save ~$16k/year for western students—stackable with GPA-based scholarships.✏️ Additional Info Section: Use it to explain context for grades or outside responsibilities.🌲 Experiential Learning: Programs like “Semester in the Wild” let students research in Idaho’s wilderness.🤝 Student Support: CDAR &amp; Raven Scholar programs provide personalized support for all students.Casey’s Top Tips for Applicants:1️⃣ Do Your Research – Make sure U of I offers what you need.2️⃣ Reach Out – Admissions counselors are here to help.3️⃣ Visit Campus – Virtual or in-person, get a feel for the environment.🔗 Resources Mentioned: ZeeMee, Scholarship Universe, Vandal Gateway Program💡 Analogy: U of I = a professional-grade research lab with the warmth of a family dinner table—top-tier resources, small-community feel, and yes…everyone says hello.Home | University of IdahoAdmissions | University of IdahoExperiential learning | University of IdahoVisit — virtual and campus tours | University of IdahoA very busy day in the life | University of Idaho engineering student----------------------------------------------📬 Join my email list for practical college tips - and a free giftSPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS👉 This episode is brought to you by Prep Expert, a proud sponsor of The College Admissions Process Podcast. Prep Expert offers award-winning test prep courses and strategies that have helped thousands of students improve their scores.🎯 Special Offer for Listeners: Use the code COLLEGETALK (one word) at checkout to receive 20% off.📚 For full details on their programs and guarantees, visit www.PrepExpert.com—-----------------------------Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College ApplicationsIf you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below:🔗 Get the Print Copy Here🔗 Get the eBook HereAlphabetical List of All Episodes with Linkswww.collegeadmissionstalk.com​Instagram Facebook <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@collegeadmissionstalk" rel="noopen