College Application
Six More Colleges Join the Universal College Application
I learned today that the Universal College Application now has over 60 institutions that accept its online application. This is a good start, and builds
March 4, 2008
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College Admissions
When Should My Student Drop an Extracurricular to Focus on Higher Impact Activities
Wondering if your student should drop an activity? Learn to prioritize high-impact extracurriculars over box-checking for Ivy League admissions success.
March 3, 2008
College Application
Testimonial from a High School Senior About Great College Advice
One of my clients did a short video about my services. He’s a pretty laid back young man, as you can see. But together we
February 1, 2008
College Application
University of Washington Refunds Money to Study Abroad Participants
A while back I wrote about a study abroad program in Ghana sponsored by the University of Washington. That particular program went horribly wrong. Today
January 28, 2008
College Application
Why Attend New York University? One Man's Response
As I explained in a previous post, I recently asked a group of friends and acquaintances about their experiences in selecting a college or university.
January 25, 2008
College Application
Which College to Choose? Follow the Money! (or, the Road To Rhodes)
As I explained in a previous post, I recently asked a group of friends and acquaintances about their experiences in selecting a college or university.
January 24, 2008
College Fees
Bowdoin College Eliminates Loans from Financial Aid Packages
Bowdoin College announced that it has joined the ranks of colleges that have eliminated loans from their financial aid packages. These loans are being replaced
January 23, 2008
College Fees
Dartmouth College Revamps Financial Aid
In the wake of similar moves by its sister institutions in the Ivy League, Dartmouth announced today several major enhancements to its financial aid program.
January 22, 2008
College Application
Warning: Your Facebook and MySpace Pages May Be Monitored
News from today’s Inside Higher Ed indicates that campuses are considering scouring students’ Facebook and MySpace pages for potentially harmful material, including drug references, foul
January 22, 2008