172. Optimizing College Financial Planning | Insights from Dr. Tim Griesdorn | College Knowledge

The podcast explores strategies for making college education affordable and ensuring student success. Dr. Timothy Griesdorn, Associate Professor of Finance, shares his personal journey as a first-generation college student and emphasizes delaying college to gain independence and financial aid eligibility. The discussion highlights the importance of considering community college, gap years, and exploring personal strengths before committing to a four-year program. The hosts stress the need for families to openly discuss finances and for students to understand their financial responsibilities. The conversation also covers the significance of graduation rates, the value of mentorship, and the need for students to find a social, academic, and financial fit in their college choice, alongside spiritual growth.

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Part 1: Introduction, Background

Part 2: Affordability, Planning, Values

Part 3: Financial Literacy, Habits

Part 4: Outcomes, Alternatives, Advice

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172. Optimizing College Financial Planning | Insights from Dr. Tim Griesdorn

College Knowledge

Part 1: Introduction, Background

College Knowledge Podcast Introduction and Dr. Griesdorn's Journey to Higher Education

Overcoming Financial Barriers to College: Delaying Enrollment and Understanding Financial Aid

Part 2: Affordability, Planning, Values

Optimizing College Affordability: Community College, Financial Aid, and Early Planning

The Importance of Early Research, Self-Reflection, and Defining Core Values

Aligning College Planning with Personal Goals and Defining "Help" for College Costs

Part 3: Financial Literacy, Habits

Holistic Growth, Financial Management, and Parental Influence on Financial Habits

Addressing the Lack of Financial Literacy and the Role of Financial Stewardship

Part 4: Outcomes, Alternatives, Advice

Graduation Rates, Fiduciary Responsibility, and Alternative Career Paths

Researching Retention Rates, Asking the Right Questions, and Promoting Financial Planning Careers

172. Optimizing College Financial Planning | Insights from Dr. Tim Griesdorn

College Knowledge

Part 1: Introduction, Background

00:03College Knowledge Podcast Introduction and Dr. Griesdorn's Journey to Higher Education

College Knowledge Podcast Introduction and Dr. Griesdorn's Journey to Higher Education

04:00Overcoming Financial Barriers to College: Delaying Enrollment and Understanding Financial Aid

Overcoming Financial Barriers to College: Delaying Enrollment and Understanding Financial Aid

Part 2: Affordability, Planning, Values

06:35Optimizing College Affordability: Community College, Financial Aid, and Early Planning

Optimizing College Affordability: Community College, Financial Aid, and Early Planning

11:51The Importance of Early Research, Self-Reflection, and Defining Core Values

The Importance of Early Research, Self-Reflection, and Defining Core Values

14:56Aligning College Planning with Personal Goals and Defining "Help" for College Costs

Aligning College Planning with Personal Goals and Defining "Help" for College Costs

Part 3: Financial Literacy, Habits

17:32Holistic Growth, Financial Management, and Parental Influence on Financial Habits

Holistic Growth, Financial Management, and Parental Influence on Financial Habits

22:07Addressing the Lack of Financial Literacy and the Role of Financial Stewardship

Addressing the Lack of Financial Literacy and the Role of Financial Stewardship

Part 4: Outcomes, Alternatives, Advice

25:28Graduation Rates, Fiduciary Responsibility, and Alternative Career Paths

Graduation Rates, Fiduciary Responsibility, and Alternative Career Paths

31:12Researching Retention Rates, Asking the Right Questions, and Promoting Financial Planning Careers

Researching Retention Rates, Asking the Right Questions, and Promoting Financial Planning Careers