What if you change your mind about attending/applying to Penn State
If you’re like me, you’re deeply disturbed by the recent arrest at Penn State. The media reports have been alarming and unsettling. Although I’ve heard about the 23-page indictment report, I can’t...
View ArticleAnonymity not allowed at Austin College
“We admit more students than we deny!” rang like music to the ears of high school seniors visiting Austin College. As one of the 40 colleges featured in Colleges That Change Lives, Austin College...
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SMU reaches beyond ‘Southern’ and beyond ‘Methodist’
Southern Methodist University is a college campus located in the heart of Dallas. I don’t refer to it as an urban campus because the city surrounds an academic culture, spirited athletics, and a...
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Where are the Occupy Colleges Campuses?
Over the last 15 days, I have visited 12 college campuses from Massachusetts to New Hampshire to Texas and only saw one group of protesters. I expected to see more activity given all the media...
View ArticleOh, the Colleges you Can Go! – Academic Fit
There are so many great colleges for students. Whether you have an interest in studying engineering, psychology, or music composition, there are several colleges that could be a fit. Whether you’re an...
View ArticleUT Austin will graduate more students in 4 years
Applause! Applause to The University of Texas at Austin for taking bold moves to graduate more students in four years. Recent reports show that UT Austin graduates over half its students in 4 years and...
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Moishe House and Jewish identity in College and Beyond
Every day I speak with parents of college bound students. They have questions and concerns about all things related to education. Through their questions, I learn so much about what’s on their hearts...
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University of Virginia President Resignation and Freshman Class of 2016
Two years in office for a district superintendent may be acceptable. When it comes to a University President, however, two years is really no time at all. The last president of University of...
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Does this Mindset List sound like your Teen?
Last week, I said a brief “farewell” to several of my seniors from the Class of 2012. In my “Freshman Transition” meeting with them, we discuss ways that they can get the most of their freshman year....
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Top 3 Must-haves at Hamilton College
New students at Hamilton College get 2 things – an adviser and a reference librarian. These two people After your campus visit at Hamilton College, a free moon pie treat . . . yum! are important to the...
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Too Soon to Visit Colleges?
Parents ask me all the time “Is it too soon to go on a campus visit?” Unfortunately, the parents who usually ask that question are indeed asking too soon. There is such thing as too soon for campus...
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3 Hot Tips for Common App w/ Juicy Inside!
You have likely heard about the Common Application and have some questions about what it means for your college bound teen. As a general overview, the Common Application officially started in the 70s....
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4 Tips to Help your Teen Study Better
It is best to start building study habits in the middle school years because poor study habits will quickly come to light during high school when the demands of high school academics and homework load...
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5 College Application Deadlines Every Parent Must Understand
I get questions all the time from parents who want to discuss application deadlines. These deadlines are super-important because they can make a difference in where your teen is admitted and how much...
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4 Tips to Help your College-bound Teen Get Organized
4 Tips to Help your College-bound Teen Get Organized by The Education Doctor https://compasscollegeadvisory.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/P2P-Get-organized.m4a The post 4 Tips to Help your...
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#61: How to help your Teen Write Better
When it comes to the college admissions process, writing is a very important skill to have. When your teen is applying to college they will submit essays, personal statements, and writing samples....
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How juniors can get best teacher recommendations before their first college...
As an upperclassmen, the high school junior may be more well-respected on campus and expected to take on more mature qualities to model to freshmen and sophomore classmates. One of those qualities is...
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Top 5 tips for a Stress-free Campus Visit
Many families who take their teen on campus visits, usually visit several colleges at once to make the most of their time away. While it may save time to do these marathon visits, seeing several...
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#3: Should my teen take SAT Subject Test?
During a recent talk with parents of 11th graders, a question was asked about the SAT Subject Test. The parent asked verbatim: What is a subject test? That question reminded me to not take for granted...
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Help your Teen Ace the ACT or SAT
Help your Teen Ace the ACT or SAT by The Education Doctor http://compasscollegeadvisory.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/P2P-Test-taking.m4a The post Help your Teen Ace the ACT or SAT appeared first on...
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