Posts tagged with: college-admissions
At College Admission Time, Lessons in Thin Envelopes
— Before they were titans, moguls and newsmakers, these people were...rejected. more
College Admission: Days of Early Decision
By MAUREEN P. TILLMAN
The letters, fat and thin, and their cyberspace equivalents, are landing this time of year, telling local high school seniors if they have been admitted to their... more
College with Confidence
What makes transitioning to college such a great experience for some students and so overwhelming for others? Guest author Maureen Tillman shares her thoughts and expertise. more
Videos Offering Admissions Perspectives
Videos providing perspectives on what admissions committees look for in their prospective students more
Q&A: Navigating the college-application process
— Tips from the director of a High School Career Center to help high school seniors as they navigate the nerve-wracking and often bewildering process. more
What Colleges Look For In Their Applicants
Excerpts describing the college admissions process borrowed from 'The Shape of the River' authored by former Presidents of Harvard and Princeton. more
Redefining “Success” to Raise Healthier, Happier Kids
Sadly, "high stakes" and "high pressure" aptly describe the high school and college application/ admission experience for most teens today. more