The Little College Handbook: A First Generation's Guide to Getting In and Staying In - Softcover

Broughton, Ms. Melissa

 
9780971834521: The Little College Handbook: A First Generation's Guide to Getting In and Staying In
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0971834520 ISBN 13: 9780971834521
Publisher: Melissa Mellott, 2005

Synopsis

The Little College Handbook is written with "smart simplicity." It covers the transition from high school to college, college to career and everything in between. The book is lighthearted and the author gives funny, personal stories of her experiences as a first generation college student. Topics covered include: College applications, writing the essay, visiting campuses and what to look for and ask, how to apply for financial aid and scholarships, starting at a community college, working in college, extracurricular activities, pep talk to parents, list of organizations that give scholarships to first generation college students.

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About the Author

Melissa Mellott was a first generation college student. She has her Master's degree in Higher Education Administration and has worked in Higher Education, specifically admissions, financial aid, diversity affairs and women's centers for the past 12 years.

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Publisher
Melissa Mellott
Publication date
2005
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0971834520
ISBN 13 
9780971834521
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
152