Tagged: "College selection"
Elements of a Good College Fit, Part One: Academics
I recently bought a pair of shoes. I’m hard to fit. I have small feet for a guy (7.5). My feet are pretty wide. And they pronate, or roll in when I walk. Add to the fit issue, I’m pretty picky. Not just any shoe that fits will do. I have to actually like the [...]
When Is the Best Time to Visit a College Campus?
A parent of a senior asked me the other day about college visits. When is the best time to visit? The answer is, “from whose perspective?” There are two different reasons for visiting college. The first is the student’s need to get an idea of what life would be like on that campus. Students often [...]
Hermione Granger's College Search: From Hogwarts to the Ivy League?
Actress Emma Watson is embarking on a new adventure: the college search. Apparently she is considering a liberal arts degree from one of the Ivies. She was spotted this week visiting Yale University, Harvard University, and Brown University. While it was difficult for her to maintain a low profile amid the throngs of Harry Potter [...]
Colleges Like Boys Better Than Girls
Sixty percent of college students in America are women; men go to college in fewer numbers. Some campuses are content to reflect this gender gap, but many are not. Most strive for a balance of men and women on their campuses. The result: boys are favored in the admissions process, sometimes with a 10-20% better [...]
Emerson College–One Woman’s Story
Periodically I ask friends, colleagues, and acquaintances about how they chose the college they attended. Each story is unique, and I think they help provide some perspective to today’s high school students (and their parents) on what is important in the college selection and admissions process. Today’s story is from Laura Zurowski, who struggled to [...]
College is an Investment: Choose Wisely
If you’re like most parents, you’ve begun saving money for college. You know what a huge investment college can be. But have you thought about about the investment in choosing the right college? Consider these facts: A college education is the biggest investment a family will make, aside from a home. The cost of attending [...]
More on Picking the Right College: Large Universities like VCU
I visited Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) last week. It’s a large, public university in a dynamic, urban environment. Some students crave this sort of bustle and excitement. I enjoyed my time on campus, learning especially about its life sciences (a.k.a. biology) and arts programs. Listen to how important it is to find the right college [...]
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Mark Montgomery
A former college professor and administrator, Mark Montgomery, PhD, is a college insider who can demystify universities and deliver solid advice to students and their families.
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Katherine Price
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Cara Ray
Cara Ray is a former admissions officer, and has a Master's degree in Higher Education. She enjoys helping students navigate their educational path, whether toward small liberal arts schools or large public universities.
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