| Description |
236 pages ; 21 cm |
| Summary |
Did you know that most elite colleges typically accept only about 2,000 students for their incoming class?-Among competitive schools, the number of students who submit applications more than doubled, but the acceptance rates sank from 18.4% to less than 10% in the past decade.-Thousands of students around the world face rejection from their dream schools every year. Despite these odds, you can succeed in the college application process. While the college application process can be overwhelming, this comprehensive guide includes expert advice from admissions officers to help guide you as you apply with accurate up-to-date information. Harvard-trained educator, Gaelle Pierre-Louis uses her knowledge as a former college admissions officer to demystifies the process and provides helpful tips and advice for high school students as they embark on this journey. She also explains: * How to build a balanced college list * The role of testing and grades in the college application process * How to motivate your advocates, i.e., guidance counselors, teachers, mentors, to write excellent letters of recommendation on your behalf * The criteria admissions committees use to evaluate applications * The importance of applying for scholarships by the deadline in order to make college affordable for you and your family Gaelle Pierre-Louis, M.Ed., is a former college admissions officer and education reform activist. A graduate of Harvard University and Georgetown University, she has traveled extensively, speaking to large audiences of students, parents, and school counselors about the undergraduate admissions process. |
| Subject |
Universities and colleges -- Admission.
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College applications.
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| ISBN |
9781641379304 |
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1641379308 |
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