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An easy-to-use handbook for developing a college entrancestrategy.

Applying to college can be a stressful process, and it's never tooearly in high school for students to start thinking about what willmake their application stand out from the crowd.

An easy-to-read handbook for freshmen and seniors alike, Applyingto College will help students develop a personal college-entrancestrategy. From determining what kind of schools to select to masteringthe essay and interviewing process, from surviving standardizedtesting to calculating how to pay for a college education, Applying toCollege is full of tools and tips to help students navigate thecomplicated and drawn-out process. Complete with a step-by-stepchecklist of goals and "to do's" for each year of high school, aworksheet to help students identify their priorities, and a glossaryof admissions terms, Applying to College will help students getinto their school of choice. ... Read more

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Helped Alot
I was just about half way through my senior year and this helped be get exactly on the right track.

A must have!
If you are looking for the perfect stocking stuffer for your favorite teenager or "tween" this season, then this is it. I am currently a mentor for troubled girls at a local youth center in Baltimore and can't think of a better gift to share.There's no better feeling than helping someone discover their untapped potential, and giving them the wings to fly.Kudos to the author for helping to fulfill a critical unmet need!

Get this book while you still can!
If it wasn't for this book, I would be working in Starbucks, or worse, Texaco."Applying to College: A Planning Guide" by Casey Watts lays it out clearly and ingeniously for someone planning to attend college.My parents didn't even have to intervene.I did it all by myself.Applying to UPenn couldn't have been easier, and I got in!There should be more useful books like this out there.Casey Watts should write another book on "How to get your Boss' job" or "Becoming a US President".More books like that would make a difference in this country.I highly recommend this book for anyone planning to apply to college or any other institution of higher education.She knows what she's talking about, and she knows it well.

Dazed and Confused
Um, my mom bought this book for me because she tells me I have to go to college. She tells me I can't live at home like my uncles, who still live in their house and who are in their 40's.
Anyway, I got this book to get her off my back but, it has lots of cool stuff in it about applying to college and stuff like that. It tells you lots of helpful things you have to think about before applying to college so hopefully, I won't make a big mistake.All kids in HS should read a book like this so they know what they are doing, and it keeps your mom off your case.

College Bound
After leaving the armed services, I did not plan on attending college.In fact, I never intended to go to college.The process seemed daunting.And, after what I had seen in my life through various tours in the Marines, I could not fathom how book-learning and course-work could be relevant to my life.

Truth be told . . . I was scared.Applying to college required organizational skills I simply did not have.So, rather than pursuing this challenge, I preferred to think of it as a non-option, a waste of time.Nonetheless, I found myself coaxing my friends to send away for brochures and applications.I experienced college vicariously through the smiles and comaraderie depicted in the pages of Beaver College, State University of Alabama, and Boomerton College.It was exciting and I got hooked.

Hooked with no where to go.No plan for how to tackle the task of a college application.No plan for how to make my dream a reality.

That's where Ms. Watts' book stepped in.A clerk at the local bookshop pointed me in the direction of books geared towards helping people like myself tackle the application process.He offered no recommendations, but Casey Watts' book caught my eye.A quick skim revealed this book to be a treasure trove of knowledge, a compendium of wisdom.Casey Watts is to the planning and organization industry what Martha Stewart is to home decorations and gourmet cooking . . . though, from what I know, Casey has never been, and hopefully never will be, incarcerated.

If the doors to opportunity ever seemed closed to you in your life, turn to Ms. Watts.She has the key. ... Read more

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Applying to College for Students With ADD or LD gives students easy-to-use guidelines and insider tips to make their college application process organized, effective, and less stressful.

This one-of-a-kind book is specifically tailored for teens with ADD or LD, and breaks down the application process into manageable steps--from determining personalized criteria for college and narrowing down college choices, to developing a strong portfolio and application, as well as asking for references, requesting financial aid, and preparing for interviews. ... Read more

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The Bound for College Guidebook offers information about the school-to-college transition in a complete, organized, and reader-friendly approach not found in any other college admissions guide. Burtnett has assembled frequently asked questions and their answers from school counselors who understand what students need to know during the exploration, decision-making, and application process between high school and college. Armed with this guide, the college-bound student is better able to navigate the school-to-college transition. ... Read more

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Essential for all high school libraries and guidance offices!
A great resource---very easy to read. Better yet, it provides all of the information and advice on the college search and application process in one centralized resource---much more convenient that gathering bits and pieces of info from a multitude of websites and guidance counselors.

School Library Journal says it best: "A great roadmap for students considering the transition to college. Each chapter includes a list of frequently asked questions as well as personal exercises to work through, such as creating a checklist for a college visit or analyzing the admissions goals of a particular school. This title should be in every high school library and guidance office."

disappointed
The book is very basic, all the information in the book is available on free public websites. Do your research, there are lots of other great books on college application planning. ... Read more

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ACUUS provides complete profiles of more thsn 2,100 U.S. colleges and universities that have expressed interest in recruiting international students. Articles written by prominent education officals at the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Education, and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) givestudents valuable insight into the international admissions process in the U.S. The book also introduces international students to the

Peterson's International Student Network, which enables them to receive catalogs and applications in the mail directly from U.S. schools ... Read more

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The College Applicant's Organizer provides high school students and their parents with a unique organizing tool to help conquer the daunting college application process. Although college applicants have many guidebooks and admission manuals to choose from, until now there has been nothing that helps them manage all the paperwork and information that they receive and must generate during the college admissions process. The College Applicant's Organizer is an indispensible tool not only because it offers guidance about the process itself (including a comprehensive list of reference books on the subject), but also because it helps the applicants prioritize and schedule their many tasks and store their admissions related materials in one easily transportable organizer. ... Read more

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Very Helpful
I homeschooled my son his Freshman and Sophomore year and therefore was trying to plan without the help of a high school guidance counselor.I found the timelines, deadlines, and to-do lists very helpful.Because I followed all of those checklists, it ended up making it much easier when he decided that he wanted to apply to a private school his Junior year.Once he started applying to colleges and for scholarships, I found there was a great deal of overlap in the information that they wanted.Having it all organized in one place made the whole process go much more quickly and smoothly.I have three younger children and will definitely use this again with all of them.

A helpful guide
This was recommended to me by a college counselor and is supposedly the ultimate help for high schoolers who are preparing for college admissions.My grandsons found it extremely helpful! ... Read more

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If you pick up this book, you want your college or university application process to be smooth and successful. This process is a journey that is bound to change your life forever.

Successful journeys begin with visions. Without a vision for your life and goals for achievement, you may end up wandering aimlessly from school to school—and, you risk not being satisfied on your eventual graduation day. Getting admitted to schools you choose begins with a vision that can be realized—a vision that puts you on that perfect college campus.

You are probably excited and anxious at the thought of completing all the requirements and the prospect of being in college. Relax. Many have survived this process. In fact, you will read about students who got into top colleges with nothing but a vision and the right tools for a great application.This book gives you that set of tools, ignites your vision, and makes the whole application process successful. As you read each section, you will realize that the process is more than meets the eye, but you will soon be on your way to a smooth process—one that takes your vision and makes it real. ... Read more

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This digital document is a journal article from Economics of Education Review, published by Elsevier in . The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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The purpose of this study is to determine how ending affirmative action in public colleges in Texas affected the percent of minority high school graduates applying to college. I find the end of affirmative action significantly lowered the percent of Hispanic students applying to college by 1.6 percentage points and significantly lowered the percent of black students applying to college by 2.1 percentage points. The end of affirmative action in public colleges in Texas did not significantly affect the percent of white students applying to college. A year after the end of affirmative action in Texas. The Texas State Legislature passed a percent plan that guarantees students who graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class admission to any public college in Texas. The percent of minority students applying to college increased significantly when the percent plan was accompanied by changes in financial aid. ... Read more

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The purpose of this book is to help your teenager make an informed choice about college, so this book is specifically for students. Your teenager needs you to step back, to let him or her take charge of the college selection process. ... Read more

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Find the right school for you with the updated facts and figures on more than 2,100 two and four year colleges. Learn all about the application process entrance exams, essays, transcripts, and more! Discover which schools offer financial aid to international students and how to apply for it. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from New York Times Upfront, published by Thomson Gale on September 3, 2007. The length of the article is 537 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Applying to college: a look back: like many seniors, Kiran Gandhi spent a stressful year caught up in the college-application process.(VOICES)
Author: Kiran Gandhi
Publication: New York Times Upfront (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 3, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 140Issue: 1Page: 30(1)

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This digital document is an article from Careers & Colleges, published by EM Guild, Inc. on November 1, 2000. The length of the article is 1236 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Been There, Done That.(applying to college)(Brief Article)
Publication: Careers & Colleges (Refereed)
Date: November 1, 2000
Publisher: EM Guild, Inc.
Volume: 21Issue: 2Page: 6

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from New York Times Upfront, published by Thomson Gale on April 16, 2007. The length of the article is 1123 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Applying to college: a survival guide: if you're all stressed out about getting into college, here are some tips from the experts on how to maximize your chances without overdoing it.
Author: Samantha Stainburn
Publication: New York Times Upfront (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 16, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 139Issue: 13Page: 20(2)

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