The Truth About Admissions, Debt & AI’s Role in the Future of Higher Ed
College costs are soaring, mental health struggles are rising, and the path to success looks more uncertain than ever.
In this conversation, Eric Kasimov talks with Senan Khawaja, Co-founder and CEO of Kollegio, an AI-powered platform helping students and universities rethink the college admissions process.
They explore the question that so many students and parents are asking: Is college still worth it?
Together they unpack how higher education, entrepreneurship, and technology are colliding in real time.
What You’ll Hear
- Why student debt is becoming a startup killer for young professionals
- The mental health toll of college admissions — and what schools are missing
- The rise and fall of the “test optional” movement
- Why SATs and ACTs are making a comeback
- How grade inflation and participation trophies distorted the system
- What resilience really looks like in education and entrepreneurship
- How AI can democratize opportunity — not just automate it
About Senan
Senan Khawaja is the Co-founder and CEO of Kollegio, an AI startup rethinking college admissions and guidance. A Stanford grad, he’s focused on making higher education more accessible and data-driven. Learn more about
kollegio.ai
About Entrepreneur Perspectives
Real conversations on business, creativity, and life—hosted by Eric Kasimov. Founder of KazSource.
More from the KazSource Network
What is Entrepreneur Perspectives?
Entrepreneur Perspectives is where founders, operators, and people building interesting things talk about what's actually on their mind — no prep, no rehearsed answers, just the conversation as it happens. Hosted by Eric Kasimov, founder of KazSource and creator of QuietLoud Studios. 300+ episodes since 2017.