Tagged: "university"
What Is A College Major, And How Do I Choose One?
How do we choose a major in college? Do we really know what a major is? Read this post for some basic information.
Campus Safety–Can We Guarantee Our Students’ Safety At College?
How safe are college campuses? How safe should they be? To what lengths--and expense--should colleges go to "guarantee" safety? Mark ruminates on these questions.
The Value of Dual Enrollment Courses–A Student at William and Mary Chimes In
Want to prepare for college AND save money? Consider dual enrollment courses at your local community college
Drexel University Offers Strong Programs For Students Who Know What They Want
Drexel University doesn't pretend to be all things to all people. It offers an excellent professional preparation for self-directed students.
The Strategy of Applying to Out-of-State Colleges: Hits and Misses
Applying to an out-of-state public university can be a good admissions strategy. However, it may not be the smartest financial move.
Haverford College–Admissions Rate Down, Diversity Up
Colleges have agendas. They have goals. They seek a diverse student population. Haverford Colleges seems to be meeting its goals.
Religion and the Decision About Which College to Attend–The Example of Muhlenberg
Should you avoid schools with a religious affiliation if you don't ascribe to that religion? Not necessarily. Take the example of Muhlenberg.
Brown University–The Laid Back Ivy League College
Each of the Ivy League colleges is different. Watch this video to see what distinguishes Brown.
Essays That Worked–Examples of Successful College Applications
Sometimes looking at examples of successful college essays can help you get the creative juices flowing.
Campus Visits–Don’t Mind the Weather
Bad weather can affect our moods. But it should not affect our visit to a college. A campus visit is a time to learn about the people--and to ignore the weather.
Our Team
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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
Katherine Price has over 10 years of experience in admissions and student affairs at selective colleges and universities that enable her to counsel students for success.
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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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Juliet Giglio
Juliet Giglio, M.F.A, heads our upstate New York office. In addition to general college advising, Juliet specializes in working with aspiring performing artists. She holds a professional certificate in college counseling.
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Andrea Aronson
Leading our New Jersey office, Andrea Aronson holds an MBA from the Wharton School and is a candidate for a certificate in college counseling from UCLA. As a marketing expert, she assists all students in presenting themselves in the best possible light.
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Heather Creech
Heather Creech is an award-winning teacher who with over 15 years of experience in helping students with special needs transition from high school to higher education.