Here’s one formula we’ve found that’s scarily accurate in predicting admissions chances to the most prestigious colleges. The amount of time a student spends obsessing about what will get him into a “prestigious college” is almost always inversely proportionate to his chances of actually getting in. Curiosity, hard work, committing to activities you enjoy, being […]
Read More >Love your list
From Justin Pike, an admissions officer at Tufts: Here is my advice: Love your list. In the landscape of higher education, there is no excuse for feeling “bleh” about a school you apply to. Honestly, if you can’t see yourself going there why spend the effort writing essays, filling out forms, and shelling out application […]
Read More >Stories make you stand out
It’s rare for a list of activities or awards alone to make an applicant stand out. That’s why when you present yourself to colleges in applications, essays, and interviews, you should share the stories behind what you’ve done. Your stories show off your curiosity, initiative and likeability. And they make you memorable. It’s hard not […]
Read More >College is a buyer’s market
Dozens of colleges are likely visiting your high school this fall to give pitches about their schools and why you should apply. If you go to a college fair, you’ll probably see over 100 colleges perched behind their tables eager to tell you about their schools. If you took the PSAT this fall and checked […]
Read More >Ask Collegewise: How can I get a speaking engagement at a high school?
Melinda asks, I’m a private counselor trying to get my name out there to people. I’ve called the counselors at my local high schools and offered to do free workshops on campus for their students but they barely take my calls. I don’t understand why they’re so reluctant to let me in when I’m not […]
Read More >Product highlight: The Collegewise guide for future premeds
Last month, we released our guide, Is There a Future Doctor in the House? A Guide to Choosing a College and Preparing for Life as a Premed. It’s 44 pages, sells for $9.95 and is available as a download. Here are some of the reasons we made it, and what you can expect to find […]
Read More >Before you apply to college this fall
Seniors, before you apply to your chosen colleges, please show your list to your high school counselor. Ask what she (or he) thinks your chances of admission are, and give them permission to be honest. Listen to what they have to say, even if you don’t like the answers. It’s fine to ask for clarification […]
Read More >The Net Price Calculator is here
I wrote a post last month about the then-soon-to-be-available net price calculator, an online tool that estimates your financial aid eligibility, subtracts that from the sticker price of your chosen college, and estimates how much you will need to pay to attend that school next year. The federal government has mandated that colleges must have […]
Read More >Our guide to the University of Washington application (free for now)
Katie and I just wrote a guide to the University of Washington application. It’s 39 pages and covers all 12 sections of the application, including the essays and the journal of activities and achievements. As of today, it’s free. You can download your copy CollegewiseGuide2011-2012UWashApplication. Here’s what we ask in return. If you find our guide […]
Read More >Grandma and Grandpa know best
Whether grandparents get involved in the college process or not, their primary role is to remind the student that college doesn’t represent life’s pinnacle (even as the college guide section of the bookstore continues to grow). Yes, the college years are a big investment. They are an exceptional privilege. And life on a college campus […]
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