Finding the College That's Right for You! - Softcover

Palladino, John

9780071423069: Finding the College That's Right for You!

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071423060 ISBN 13: 9780071423069

Publisher: McGraw-Hill, 2004

While every parent would like to see his or her child head off to Harvard, Princeton, Yale or Columbia, the reality is that very few students are Ivy League material. Many parents overestimate or simply neglect to evaluate their child’s academic qualifications. 150 Great Colleges for Mid-Range Students is designed to help parents and their children realistically assess the child’s scholastic ability and select the most suitable college. The book:

Defines just who the average or mid-range student is
Uses clear criteria for the selection of the 150 best mid-range colleges
Provides detailed descriptions of all the featured colleges

Bad matches between colleges and students have led to a 30 percent freshman dropout rate and an even higher percentage of transfers and delayed graduations. 150 Great Colleges for Everyday Students equips parents and students with the information they need to make the right decision.

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From the Back Cover:

Make the Right Choice of College--the First Time Around!

Parents dream of sending their child to an Ivy League school--the best "name brand" in education. But the vast majority of students don't have the grades for these institutions. Instead hey must set their sights on midrange colleges. And truth be known, in many cases midrange schools can offer a better overall experience for students. The goal is to find the right fit for your child. With the cost of higher education rising through the roof, this is more important than ever.

In Finding the College That's Right for You!, educator, administrator and college admissions specialist John Palladino sifts through the hundreds of existing competitive colleges to present 150 that offer the education your son or daughter deserves. Here you'll get valuable tips from a qualified educator about what's important--and what's simply window dressing. This practical guide:

Clearly defines the criteria used in selecting the best college for you child's needs and abilities
Supplies a list of schools, with information about size, faculty, job placement and more
Gives you the confidence to choose the right college---and not let the college choose you

Thirty percent of college students drop out after their freshman year, resulting in wasted time and money. Finding the College That's Right for You! is the tool you and your child need when it comes to making this life decision.

About the Author:

John Palladino, Ed.D. (New York, NY) has served as a faculty member and administrator at New York City Metro area colleges and universities for the last two decades.

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