April, 2016 | Great College Advice

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College Admissions Expert on Financial Aid at Private Universities

April 22, 2016

Mark goes to the University of Miami to illustrate that if you want to get accepted to a great private college and need financial aid, your grades had better match your enthusiasm.

College Expert on Lynn University’s Free Music Conservatory

April 20, 2016

Mark advises that if you’re trying to get into a great university and are interested in a music conservatory, consider Lynn.

Educational Consultant on Scholarship Strategies

April 18, 2016

Expert admissions counselor Mark Montgomery goes to the University of Miami to talk about one student’s unusual path to a full-ride scholarship. And even an

College Admissions Expert at Stetson University: Is Greek Life for You?

April 15, 2016

Mark goes to Stetson University and advises those trying to find the right college to consider fraternities and sororities, whether they’re something you want to be a part of or not.

Commuting to Campus: Admissions Expert on the University of Miami

April 13, 2016

Mark visits the University of Miami to talk about its high commuter population and how it affects campus life. Something to think about when searching for the perfect college.

Admissions Expert on Lynn University: Books Are So 20th Century

April 11, 2016

Mark goes to Lynn University to discuss their decision to trade books for iPads. Students interested in getting into a tech-savvy college may want to consider Lynn.

Admissions Adviser on Stetson University: A Place to Get Involved

April 8, 2016

Mark reviews Stetson University in sunny Florida. If you’re trying to find the right college, this one may be it with its myriad opportunities for leadership and community engagement.

Educational Consultant on Dartmouth College in the Ivy League Context

April 4, 2016

For those trying to get into the Ivy League, Mark has some input on this relatively small, conservative, and outdoorsy Ivy League institution.

Admissions Expert on Columbia University: Ivy League Education in the Big Apple

April 1, 2016

Mark Montgomery, expert on college admissions, talks about Columbia University. If you want to get into an Ivy League school, consider Columbia, in the heart of New York with an excellent core curriculum.

Get Accepted–with Scholarships

December 14, 2022 / Jared Hobson

Mark Montgomery, expert educational consultant, uses his insider knowledge of the college admissions process to help you navigate the world of scholarships and save money on tuition.

School’s Out! Top 10 Summertime Tips for College Admission

January 29, 2019 / Jared Hobson

Summer is a good time to relax and recharge--and prepare for the college admissions process. Learn what you can do to give yourself an edge (and have fun, too!).

How to Choose the Best College For You?

December 21, 2015 / Jared Hobson

With over 4,000 colleges in the USA, how do you know which one is the perfect fit for you? College admissions expert Mark Montgomery will use his encyclopedic knowledge of

Get Into the Best Colleges For You

December 11, 2015 / Jared Hobson

College admissions expert Mark Montgomery can help you find the college of your dreams, and will use his insider knowledge to guide you through the admissions process.

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Getting Into Top Universities

December 9, 2015 / Jared Hobson

Mark Montgomery is a college admissions insider: that means he knows the ropes, and can offer invaluable help in your college search.

The Student-to-Faculty Ratio: A Bogus Statistic You Should Ignore

May 13, 2009 / Jared Hobson

Student-to-faculty ratios mislead. While they are oft-cited indicators of teaching quality, these ratios have no bearing on an individual student's educational experience.

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Choosing A College: Don’t Ignore The Cost

November 14, 2024 / Andrea Aronson

Great College Advice shares tips on how to research the actual cost of a college.

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Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions

November 5, 2024 / Jared Hobson

What factors carry the most weight when college admissions officers are evaluating applicants? The team at Great College Advice analyzes recent survey data to see what colleges deem most important

Why the ‘Community’ Essay has Become More Important in College Admissions

October 31, 2024 / Jared Hobson

The 'Community' Supplemental Essay is an opportunity for you to provide insight into your unique background and how you will contribute to a campus community.

What Do College Admissions Look For in an Essay?

October 23, 2024 / Sarah Farbman

What do college admissions officers look for in an essay? It’s a difficult question, because every essay is different–and every applicant is different. However, Great College Advice's Sarah Farbman offers

How to Write a Great ‘Why This College?’ Essay

October 16, 2024 / Andrea Aronson

Great College Advice’s Andrea Aronson discusses the do’s and don’ts for crafting the 'Why Our College?' supplemental essay.

Don’t Sleep on the Supplemental Essays!

October 7, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Be sure to carve out time to craft thoughtful supplemental essays as part of the college application process. In this post, Great College Advice offers tips on how these short

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