I want to share this article with all of you who will be sending their child off to college this fall. My family will take my youngest off to college in less than a week. I particularly like the advice on how to act when it is time to go.
Full Story »Billionaire Universities?
Forbes has published a list of the top institutions with alums who are billionaires. These institutions have hugh endowments and very selective admissions.
Full Story »A Sign of the Times: Rent your college textbooks!
Cengage Learning, a major textbook publisher, will begin a rental program for students this fall.
Full Story »Edward’s College Adventure Begins!
I’ve made it. I actually got into college.
Full Story »Those College Rankings!
My point is: college rankings need to be evaluated carefully, and with a grain of ….skepticism!
Full Story »Campus Visits….What NOT to do, Parents!
Yes, parents, this one is for you! In my work with students I discuss what to do on a campus visit, what to look for, what to ask, what to wear. But often, it is the parents who need the advice!
Full Story »Why Use a College Consultant?
There are many reasons families use college consultants, but I believe the most important one is finding a college that truly fits the individual student. The college admission process has become so challenging, confusing and competitive that most parents don’t even recognize it! It is certainly not the experience we had fifteen or twenty years ago.
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