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Legal Considerations Part 2: What accommodations DOES a college provide for my student?

April 14, 2010

Yesterday, we reviewed the differences in between the protections of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act or IDEA at the K-12 level and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,

Legal Considerations Part 1: Differences in the laws that govern K-12 schools and schools at the post-secondary level

April 13, 2010

One of the biggest issues facing students with learning challenges and their families is the difference in laws that govern schools that service K-12 versus

Why career goals play a part in the college selection process for students with learning challenges

April 12, 2010

Last week, this series provided a general introduction to how students with learning differences can begin their search for the right college and the importance of selecting

Choosing the right college location: How independent are you?

April 9, 2010

Yesterday, I began this series with a general introduction to how students with learning differences can begin their search for the right college. Today, we

Students with Learning Differences: Getting Started with the College Search

April 7, 2010

Some students yearn to “be like everyone else,” to not stand out. They spend energy and effort in trying to make it without any special

New Expertise in College Planning for Students with Learning Differences

April 5, 2010

For Immediate Release Montgomery Educational Consulting is pleased to announce that Heather Creech has joined the firm as a specialist in helping students with learning

New Effort to Increase Abysmal University Graduation Rates

March 4, 2010

Complete College America is a brand new national effort to increase graduation rates in US institutions of higher education. The new effort was reported yesterday

The Campus Visit–Considering A College’s Surroundings

March 1, 2010

Previous articles in this series on visiting college campuses have focused on some general tips, practicalities, the official campus tour, and the admissions information session.

The Campus Tour–the Centerpiece of the College Visit

February 26, 2010

The campus tour and official information session are the focal point of any campus visit. But it’s important to remember that a lot of thought

Walk Backwards: Planning the Perfect Campus Visit

February 24, 2010

Getting ready for the Grand Tour? These tips can help you get the most of your campus visit.

How To Write the Perfect College Essay—Grab Some Attention

August 3, 2023 / Jared Hobson

When writing a college essay, it's crucial to grab the reader's attention from the get-go. Make your essay stand out by opening your essay with a zinger in the first

Does Where You Live Affect Your Chances of Admission?

August 3, 2023 / Jared Hobson

Did you know your address may play a role in the college admissions process? Read this article to learn more.

How To Write The Perfect College Essay–Paint A Picture

August 3, 2023 / Jared Hobson

What makes a painting come to life? Details! So it is with your college essay. You need to paint a picture that includes interesting details that make your story a

A highway sign reading "welcome to reality, enjoy the journey

If My Grades Are Bad, Can I Still Go To College?

August 2, 2023 / Jared Hobson

If my grades are bad, can I still go to college? The short answer is yes. I’ve worked with a number of students who had bad grades in high school

Legacy Admissions

August 1, 2023 / Jared Hobson

When applying to college, how much does it really help to be a legacy?

Student Loans, College Costs, and Parental Self-Denial

August 1, 2023 / Jared Hobson

Student loan debt does not always create opportunity. And yet most parents believe that somehow they will magically find a way to pay for college. We'd rather believe in Santa

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Legal Considerations Part 2: What accommodations DOES a college provide for my student?

Legal Considerations Part 1: Differences in the laws that govern K-12 schools and schools at the post-secondary level

Why career goals play a part in the college selection process for students with learning challenges

Choosing the right college location: How independent are you?

Students with Learning Differences: Getting Started with the College Search

New Expertise in College Planning for Students with Learning Differences

New Effort to Increase Abysmal University Graduation Rates

The Campus Visit–Considering A College’s Surroundings

The Campus Tour–the Centerpiece of the College Visit

Walk Backwards: Planning the Perfect Campus Visit

How To Write the Perfect College Essay—Grab Some Attention

Does Where You Live Affect Your Chances of Admission?

How To Write The Perfect College Essay–Paint A Picture

If My Grades Are Bad, Can I Still Go To College?

Legacy Admissions

Student Loans, College Costs, and Parental Self-Denial

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