Zachery Gries
Former financial aid officer at Loras College who answers listener questions on financial aid letters, comparing awards, loan records on studentaid.gov, and deposit timing.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 56min
BS/MD Programs; Answering Admission & Finance Listener Questions
Lauren DiProspero, admissions expert with med school experience at Columbia and Stanford, explains BS/MD programs and clears up myths. Sara Calvert-Kubrom, admissions strategist from Lewis & Clark, offers practical advice on waitlists, grade slips, and communication. Zachery Gries, former financial aid officer at Loras College, breaks down comparing aid offers, loan records, and deposit timing. Short, focused answers to common admissions and finance questions.
Dec 4, 2025 • 51min
Honors Programs; Computer Science Majors; Student Loan Grace Period: Now What?
Guests Jen Simons, a former college admissions officer, Lauren Savage, a former Carnegie Mellon admissions officer, and Zachery Gries, a financial aid expert, provide invaluable insights. Jen explains the advantages of honors programs, such as small classes and enhanced faculty access, while cautioning about application effort. Lauren discusses the varying focuses of computer science programs, from theoretical to practical, highlighting specific niches like AI and computational biology. Zachery guides listeners through student loan repayment steps, emphasizing servicer awareness and repayment plan options.
