Make sense of college admissions and prepare a successful application
Admission Matters offers comprehensive, expert, and practical advice for parents and students to guide them through the college admissions process. From building a college list, to understanding standardized tests, to obtaining financial aid, to crafting personal statements, to making a final decision, this book guides you every step of the way with clear, sensible advice and practical tips. This new fourth edition has been completely updated to reflect the latest changes in college admissions. including new developments in standardized testing, applications, financial aid and more. Questionnaires, interactive forms, checklists, and other tools help you stay focused and organized throughout the process.. With the answers you need and a down-to-earth perspective, this book provides an invaluable resource for stressed-out students and parents everywhere.
Applying to college can be competitive and complex. Admission Matters offers real-world expert advice for all students, whether you're aiming an Ivy or the state school close to home. It also includes much needed guidance for students with special circumstances, including students with disabilities, international students, and transfer students. In addition, athletes, artists and performers, and homeschoolers will find valuable guidance as they plan for and apply to college.
- Understand how the admissions process works and what you can and cannot control
- Learn how to build a strong list of good-fit colleges
- Craft a strong application package with a compelling personal statement
- Get expert advice on early admissions, financial aid, standardized testing, and much more
- Make a final decision that is the right one for you
Whether you think you've got applying to college under control or don't even know where to begin, Admission Matters is your expert guide throughout the college admissions process.
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part 1 What You Need to Know Before You Begin
Chapter One: Why Has College Admissions Become So Competitive?
Chapter Two: What Do Colleges Look for in an Applicant?
Chapter Three: How Do Colleges Make Their Decisions?
Chapter Four: How Colleges (and Students) Differ: Finding What Fits
Part 2 Making the Right Choices for You
Chapter Five: Where Should You Apply?
Chapter Six: the Big Tests
Chapter Seven: Deciding About Early Decision and Other Early Options
Chapter Eight: Paying the Bill
Part 3: Tackling Your Applications
Chapter Nine: Applying Well: Part I
Chapter Ten: Applying Well: Part Ii
Chapter Eleven: Making the Most of Your Special Talents
Chapter Twelve: Special Circumstances and How They Affect the Admissions Process
Chapter Thirteen: Advice for International Students
Part 4: Bringing the Process to a Close
Chapter Fourteen: Making Your Decision after the Colleges Make Theirs
Chapter Fifteen: What Matters Most: Advice to Parents and Students
Appendixes
A. College Research Worksheet
B. Essay Prompts, 2016-17
C. Financial Aid Shopping Sheet
D. Cost of Attendance Worksheet
College Preparation Timeline
Resources
Notes
About the Authors
Index
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