Category Archives: General

May 1st – The Day Students Have All the Power! So this is the day that colleges are fretting over as students come to make their final decisions about which colleges they will attend this fall! For so much of … Continue reading →

The link below shows just how far politics on both sides has invaded what was once considered a sanctuary for learning – our academic institutions of higher learning. At the University of Michigan, a professor made a startling and disturbing … Continue reading →

Please be mindful of how important it is to examine what all of your potential colleges offer in terms of support as well as whether the climate of an academic institution fits the particular student’s temperament and ability to handle … Continue reading →

With more and more problems created with the launch this fall of the newest version of the Common Application, there is fortunately another option beyond the individual colleges’ applications (where they still have them.)  The Universal College Application is gaining … Continue reading →

There are some very important considerations to be taken into account during this final selection process and many are not academic. Nine Non-academic Things To Look For In A College http://shar.es/FG7ZX

We can finally see how little correlation there is over the long-term with standardized test scores and ultimate student success. This should boost the confidence of all students who are made to feel that somehow standardized tests define them in … Continue reading →

Davidson College is a fine example of an institution seeking to “make the classic American liberal arts college prosperous and relevant in a time of accelerated expectation and high expense.” Carol Quillen, President of the college, is working hard on … Continue reading →

The article below makes a great case for students not attending the most “prestigious” college on their list. There are so many other important factors to consider. College Admissions: 5 Reasons Not to Attend Your Stretch College http://www.golocalworcester.com/lifestyle/26759/

Finally, the Common Application administration is acknowledging just how misguided this initial launch was without all the moving parts in perfect order. As independent educational consultants we can assist our students in the best possible way, by knowing when to … Continue reading →

Attention High School students and their parents! The latest survey results just released. http://www.iecaonline.com/PDF/IECA_CollegeTop12List.pdf