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Admitted Early Action? Congratulations! And Next StepsAs the holiday season approaches college-bound seniors, who have demonstrated enthusiasm, thoroughness and efficiency by getting their college applications in the...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Dec. 8, 2016Last comment by pleasantonweekly.com, on Dec 12, 2016 at 12:03 pm | 1 comment | 12244 Views
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What's Your Major and Other Pesky Questions Colleges AskThousands of high school seniors cruise through college applications, completing basic contact information, high school coursework and grades, test scores and activities...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Nov. 9, 2016Last comment by EmilyG, on Nov 23, 2016 at 4:49 am | 3 comments | 9247 Views
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Does Applying to More Get You Through the Door? Why More Is Not Better in College Admissions“If 10% of applicants are accepted to the most selective schools to which I apply, doesn’t that mean I will have a better than 1 in 10 chance of getting...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 21, 2016Last comment by rosalindr, on Jul 22, 2016 at 7:40 pm | 1 comment | 10744 Views
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Selecting the Right College Essay WorkshopUnderstanding some fundamentals about the essays colleges ask students to submit with their applications can help you make more informed decisions about getting...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 18, 2016There are no comments yet. 10276 Views
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Student Loans That Make SenseThe wide availability of student loans in the US reflects the value our nation places on access to higher education. As a college admission counselor, I have worked...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Dec. 13, 2013Last comment by webbrowan, on Mar 23, 2016 at 9:31 pm | 11 comments | 20307 Views
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The Good College: 4 Top Schools for EngineeringThere has always been great demand for college students with engineering degrees. Engineers and, the engineering they do, serve to help all of us in our busy modern...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Mar. 5, 2016Last comment by eatandbmerrie, on Mar 7, 2016 at 10:40 pm | 3 comments | 15542 Views
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5 TopTips to Tackle The UC EssaysSeniors all over the country are busy writing their college application essays. Juniors will be doing the same task next year. Students applying to the UC are...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Aug. 6, 2012Last comment by KamranAhmed, on Jan 29, 2016 at 9:17 pm | 2 comments | 15679 Views
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Taking SAT Subject Tests: Greater Flexibility or More MurkinessElizabeth LaScala Ph.D. guides college, transfer and graduate school applicants through the complex world of admission. Elizabeth helps students identify majors...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 27, 2015Last comment by Charles Kipkorir, on Jul 28, 2015 at 3:04 pm | 2 comments | 13063 Views
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The Ethics of Writing College Application EssaysUnderstanding some fundamentals about the essays colleges ask students to submit with their applications can help you make more informed decisions about getting...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 6, 2015Last comment by Conservator, on Jul 13, 2015 at 9:36 am | 1 comment | 13895 Views
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Can You Get a Job with That?In his presentation "Can You Get a Job with That?" Stuart Nachbar, noted education writer and college counselor states "A good school does good by...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jan. 31, 2015Last comment by GothBeer, on Apr 22, 2015 at 5:58 am | 3 comments | 13702 Views
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Getting the Most Out of Your Summer ExperiencesElizabeth LaScala Ph.D. guides families through the complex world of college admission. She helps students identify college majors and career paths, develops good...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 20, 2015Last comment by MsJulle, on Apr 22, 2015 at 5:52 am | 1 comment | 10379 Views
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Understanding Early Decision in College AdmissionsEarly Decision is an application program offered by many colleges and universities that provides an early admission decision in exchange for the student's commitment...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Aug. 28, 2014Last comment by Johnny English, on Mar 4, 2015 at 6:38 am | 2 comments | 17608 Views
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Three Time Tested Test Prep RecommendationsBy now most families have heard that a new SAT exam will be administered for the first time in spring 2016. As test preparation providers respond to these changes...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 4, 2014Last comment by John English, on Mar 4, 2015 at 6:34 am | 1 comment | 12100 Views
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Should Your Sophomore Take The October PSAT? And More on Standardized Testing...In March, The College Board, the organization that administers the SAT (once known as the Scholastic Aptitude Test but now simply known as the SAT), announced plans...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 12, 2014Last comment by Tim, on Mar 4, 2015 at 6:31 am | 3 comments | 19201 Views
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Thanksgiving Transfer Fever!Thanksgiving is a time filled with family, turkey, football, and in many houses newly returned freshmen. After they've cleared the cupboards, lounged on the couches...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Nov. 25, 2014Last comment by John, on Mar 4, 2015 at 6:27 am | 1 comment | 14149 Views
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The Truth About The College EssayIn August the 2012-13 edition of the Common Application was released. At the same time or soon after, many schools released updated supplements, several of which...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Sep. 27, 2012Last comment by BrentTaylor, on Mar 4, 2015 at 3:45 am | 1 comment | 12597 Views
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Budget Basics for New College GraduatesHere's a question I'm often asked by new or soon to be college graduates: "I am looking for a job. Can you help me figure out how much income I will need to pay...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jun. 8, 2014Last comment by Ashley, on Nov 4, 2014 at 6:01 am | 1 comment | 24339 Views
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When Adult Children Go Off to College: Keeping Your Eye on The LawDid you know that once children turn 18, parents lose the legal authority to make decisions for them? An individual who has reached the age of 18 is considered...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 30, 2014There are no comments yet. 15957 Views
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Congratulations on Getting In! Now How Long to Get Out?This time of year many high school seniors have made or are about to make the final selection of where to go to college. I am reminded of a statement made by F....
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 27, 2014There are no comments yet. 15792 Views
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Take Full Advantage of Free Standardized Testing OpportunitiesMay and June are important months for constructing college success at earlier grade levels. Most students think about standardized testing in the junior year, but...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 21, 2014There are no comments yet. 44818 Views
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