The College Search Process — Webinar Recording

By |2020-08-24T15:52:37+00:00February, 5, 2014|College Admissions, College Applications, College Preparation, College Research, College Visits, Financial Aid|

As explained in my January 17 blog post, I recently conducted a webinar on the college search process.  The topics I covered included the following: myths vs. realities in the college admissions process factors students should consider in their college search finding a college that’s a “good fit” what colleges look for [...]

Upcoming Webinar on the College Search Process

By |2020-08-24T15:52:37+00:00January, 17, 2014|College Admissions, College Applications, College Preparation, College Research, College Visits|

On Thursday, January 23, at 11:00 a.m Mountain Time, I'll be conducting a webinar on how to begin the college search process.  Topics will include: myths vs. realities in the college admissions process factors students should consider in their college search finding a college that's a "good fit" what colleges [...]

Help! I’m Buried Under College Information!

By |2020-08-24T15:52:38+00:00December, 26, 2013|College Admissions, College Preparation, College Research|

If you're a junior in high school (and maybe if you're a freshman or sophomore), chances are that you've started receiving mail and email from colleges.  You may be wondering how colleges got your name and contact information.  If you took the PSAT and/or SAT, you had the option of signing up for [...]

California Dreamin’ at Loyola Marymount University

By |2020-08-24T15:52:38+00:00December, 6, 2013|College Research, College Visits|

As the Mamas and the Papas song goes, "California dreamin'...on such a winter's day."  Here in Denver, the last few days' temperatures have featured highs in the teens and lows below zero.  So, I am, indeed, dreaming of California, and it seems like an appropriate time to recount my September visit to [...]

Tips for Hiring a College Consultant

By |2020-08-24T15:52:39+00:00November, 1, 2013|College Admissions, College Applications, College Consultants, College Preparation, College Research|

I had another article published today on ExpertBecaon.com.  This one explains the role of a college consultant and suggests things to consider and questions to ask when hiring one.  You can read it here.

Reducing the Stress of the College Admissions Process

By |2020-08-24T15:52:39+00:00October, 25, 2013|College Admissions, College Applications, College Research|

Today, my second article was published on ExpertBeacon.com.  It offers advice for students on the college search and application process.  The article aims to decrease students' anxiety and produce better results.  You can read it here.

Parents: Help Your Kids Navigate the College Admissions Process

By |2020-08-24T15:52:39+00:00October, 22, 2013|College Admissions, College Applications, College Preparation, College Research|

I recently had an article published on ExpertBeacon.com.  Using a "dos and don'ts" format, the article offers tips for parents on how to support and assist their children with the college search and admissions process.  You can read it here.

College Rankings: Alternatives to U.S. News

By |2020-08-24T15:52:39+00:00October, 2, 2013|College Admissions, College Rankings, College Research|

In my recent blog post, "U.S. News College Rankings: How Reliable Are They?", I explained some of the pitfalls of U.S. News and World Report's "Best Colleges" rankings.  I focused on the fact that a significant portion of each college's rank is determined by individuals at "peer institutions" -- people with a questionable [...]

Denver Area College Fairs

By |2020-08-24T15:52:41+00:00September, 30, 2013|College Admissions, College Research|

In the next few weeks, there will be several college fairs in the Denver area.  These fairs are a great opportunity for students and parents to gather information about a variety of colleges and to talk with admissions officers.  Fairs also give students a chance to demonstrate interest in colleges -- something that [...]

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