{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Cracking the College Admissions Code: How to Save Money, Reduce Stress, and Help Your Teen Thrive","description":"In this episode of The Momalogues Podcast, we sit down with Lee Norwood, founder of College Sharks, to decode one of the biggest stressors for parents and teens alike \u2014 the college admissions process. With over eight years of experience and hundreds of families guided through these often-turbulent waters, Lee has built a reputation for helping students earn an average of $73,000 in merit aid and gain acceptance into their top-choice schools. Lee shares her journey from pharmaceutical sales to college consulting, opening up about how motherhood shaped her mission to help families trade panic for peace when it comes to planning for the future. From understanding what \u201ctest optional\u201d really means to finding your student\u2019s best-fit path\u2014whether that\u2019s college, trade school, or the military\u2014this conversation is packed with wisdom, humor, and actionable advice for moms navigating the next big chapter. In This Episode, You\u2019ll Learn: Why \u201ctest optional\u201d doesn\u2019t always mean \u201ctest blind\u201d How to create a college timeline that fits your family\u2014not the pressure The truth behind college admissions myths (and what really matters) How to help your teen stand out\u2014without burning out Smart strategies to reduce college costs and increase scholarships Why college isn\u2019t the only path to a successful and fulfilling future \ud83d\udcec Connect with Lee Norwood & College Sharks: \ud83c\udf10 Website: www.collegesharks.com \ud83d\udce7 Email: lee@collegesharks.com \ud83d\udcf8 Instagram & Facebook: @collegesharks ","author_name":"The Momalogues","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/491036","html":"