Do you know what a reach school is? Many parents and teenagers don’t understand what the term means. I discovered just how elusive a concept it is during college talks that I occasionally give at high schools and other settings. When I ask, “Who knows what a reach school is?” I usually get only one [...]
Should You Apply to a Reach School?
on November 22, 2011 in Admission practices, Admissions, Applying
Should You Apply to a Reach School?
on November 2, 2010 in Admission practices, Admissions, College Costs, Evaluating Schools
Do you know what a reach school is? I’ve been surprised recently to find out that many parents and teenagers don’t understand what the term means. I discovered just how elusive a concept it is during college talks that I occasionally give at high schools and other settings. When I ask, “Who knows what a [...]
Why You Shouldn't Apply to a Reach School
on March 11, 2010 in Admission practices, Admissions, Financial aid, Money, Parents, Student Loans
In my last post on deciphering financial aid letters, I focused on college grants. Grants are the best kind of aid that you can snag in a financial aid letter because these awards don’t have to be repaid. College Grants: Decoding a Financial Aid Letter Part II My son has been receiving financial aid awards [...]
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