“I’m not paying for some frivolous degree.” Tom, a parent of student from East Lyme, Connecticut said about a decade ago. I remember the tension in the room. My work as a college counselor is designed to help parents/students reach their goals. My preferences are not part of the mix or I’ll simply state my […]
Read More“That’s part of my brand.” So said a Harvard student to my daughter as he was trying to woo her with his impressive credentials. He was a clown but he was stating some part of the truth. I’ve grown away from the prestige seeker I once was. The self-esteem that seems attached to name […]
Read MoreAs reported in US News & World Report “My advice is to assume that the test is preferred,” says Aviva Legatt, an admissions consultant and author of a college admissions book titled “Get Real and Get In.” As always, names and identifying details are changed when I relay college counseling stories: Andrew a student from […]
Read More“I tell my friends that you are Nostradamus when it comes to college admissions.” Lily, a mother from East Lyme, relayed when she referred me to one of her friends. I had worked with Lily’s two children through both SAT prep and college counseling. With each, I went through my analysis for likely admission. […]
Read More“My parents told me that where I went to college wouldn’t matter.” Paul lamented as he explained that he was receiving no interviews from Boston based companies. He was told by both a friend who worked at one of these companies and a recruiter that his “brand” was…. let’s call it Podunk College and that […]
Read MoreKen, a father of a student from East Lyme, Connecticut, had a simple view related to college: figure out what you want to study and attend the highest ranked college in that area. As someone providing college to career advice, I more than understand the logical and linear view of doing so. Ken was […]
Read MoreThese days, if you’re a good writer, you’ve almost certainly future-proofed your career, according to Forbes writer Greta Solomon. The ability to write well “is one of the best ways to remain consistently employable,” says Solomon. Especially in a global economy (“How Mastering Writing Skills Can Future-Proof Your Career,” Forbes, Aug. 9, 2018). Here, […]
Read MoreWhen meeting with parents for college counseling, the subject of paying for college invariably comes up. “What about financial aid?” is one of the first questions. I have some good news, some bad news, and I hope some good news. The good news is that you likely earn more money than most Americans. Those who […]
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