Category Archives: For Parents

The “March Madness” of College Admissions

With the craziness of college admissions comparisons to March Madness cannot be helped. Rebecca Joseph explains the craziness in her article in the Huffington Post: Throughout March I empathize with nervous high school seniors and their families as they await … Continue reading

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March Madness Bracket 2013

For those looking to take a break from admissions and follow your favorite school. // PDF Version from ESPN

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Location, Location, Location…Of Your Campus…

For some universities, their location is a major selling point…for others, not so much.  And universities account for this accordingly…some emphasize the campus, some emphasize the town.  Monica Disare and Amy Wang discusses  this from a New Haven perspective in … Continue reading

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Applying to College = Tetris ?

We are definitely in the heat of admissions season…and all of the stresses and anticipation that come with it.  Sush Krishnamoorthy, an applicant from Indian at several top U.S. schools, likens it to playing a game of Tetris in this … Continue reading

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Who Pays for College?

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College Degree Still Key to Jobs & Higher Pay

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Student Numbers, Demographics & Preparedness Changing — Some in Surprising Ways

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Student Debt & Defaults Nearly Double from 1993 to 2011

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Public Schools Feeling State Funding Cutbacks

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Tuition Costs Skyrocket: 1980-2012

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