In an era where a sour economy is creating a bleak outlook for college grads across the board, it is … [Read more...] about Three Degrees of College Prestige
Marin counselors react to college admissions scandal
Source Credit: Marin Independent Journal “We know that admissions is somewhat of a game, but from … [Read more...] about Marin counselors react to college admissions scandal
13 Colleges Where It’s Hard to Get Accepted
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Should I Tell Colleges I Am Asian-American? Yes
As America’s leading admission strategist, when I speak with parents about admission to … [Read more...] about Should I Tell Colleges I Am Asian-American? Yes
Final Decisions
Source: The New York Times CONGRATULATIONS. You’ve been accepted to more than one college. Now … [Read more...] about Final Decisions
How to Master SAT Paired Passages (Source: US News Education)
Reading comprehension, rhetorical and synthesis skills are all key when taking the reading section … [Read more...] about How to Master SAT Paired Passages (Source: US News Education)
The Common App: Everything You Need to Know
The Common App: Everything You Need to Know (Source: USNews) Applying to college is a tedious and … [Read more...] about The Common App: Everything You Need to Know
What Really Goes on in a College Admissions Office?
Source: Time.com Money A former admissions officer debunks some common misconceptions and … [Read more...] about What Really Goes on in a College Admissions Office?
University of California 14 point criteria
Did you know that University of California system has a 14 point admission Criteria? Here is the … [Read more...] about University of California 14 point criteria
A College Admissions Exercise – an excerpt from 4 Steps to College
Exercise: Third-Party Recognition (30 minutes) Goal: To make sure your child’s hard work and … [Read more...] about A College Admissions Exercise – an excerpt from 4 Steps to College
