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Questions to Ask Coaches: College Athletic Recruiting

July 29, 2023

What questions should you ask a college coach to ensure that this team, this coach, and this university are right for you? Check out this list to help you prepare for those conversations with college coaches during athletic recruiting.

How Much Should You Be Spending To Get Into College?

April 3, 2019

Putting your child through college may be the biggest expense you have to consider when raising your child, by far. But you’re committed to making

Which Athletes Get the Biggest Scholarships?

August 1, 2018

In the sports-obsessed United States, many families assume that the ticket to a hefty college scholarship is athletic prowess on the field, on the court, or in the pool. Not so.

College Athletic Recruiting Trenches: D3 Women’s Soccer Goalie

May 28, 2015

NJ college counselor’s stories of athletic recruiting continue with the tale of a women’s soccer goalie who put academic fit before athletic fit.

Tales From the College Athletic Recruiting Trenches: D1 Field Hockey

April 30, 2015

Andrea brings to light another story of athletic recruiting. This time, it’s about field hockey and a lesson learned about patience with the process.

Tales from the College Athletic Recruiting Trenches: Girl’s Lacrosse

April 22, 2015

Are you interested in being recruited as a college lacrosse player? Andrea Aronson brings you first-hand stories and lessons from a lacrosse recruit who has just been through the process.

March Madness: The Academic Side

March 21, 2011

You probably filled out your NCAA Tournament bracket based on winning records, team performance or just because you have designated a team as “your team”.

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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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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Common App Essay Prompt #5: Personal Growth

October 2, 2024 / Jared Hobson

In this post, Great College Advice provides insight in how to best address the personal growth Common App essay prompt.

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