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About this blog: I post articles to offer timely and substantive college admission guidance on important topics and issues. Originally from New York, I have a B.S. from Hunter College in NYC and advanced professional degrees from the University of... (More)
About this blog: I post articles to offer timely and substantive college admission guidance on important topics and issues. Originally from New York, I have a B.S. from Hunter College in NYC and advanced professional degrees from the University of Michigan. After working in project management for several years, I returned to the graduate school and earned my PhD at UCLA. Clearly I love education. In 2002 I slowly merged my solid understanding of higher education systems with my research and counseling skills and founded Doing College. I am passionate about helping students and their families navigate the increasingly complex college admission process, strategize ways to make college more affordable, and prepare strong, cohesive applications. I provide personalized guidance to college, transfer and graduate school applicants; my East Bay California business is augmented by on line consulting services, to convenience US and international students who live outside the local area. (Hide)
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Do I Really Have to Study a Foreign Language? Yes! And Here’s Why
Mar 28, 2023 10:36 am
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When preparing to apply for college, most students are aware that they must remain rigorous in core courses, like English and mathematics. However, many students... More
Mar 28, 2023 10:36 am
Comments: 2 | Views: 3,360
When preparing to apply for college, most students are aware that they must remain rigorous in core courses, like English and mathematics. However, many students... More
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Programs
Oct 5, 2022 8:00 am
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Most PT programs in the US use the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). This online portal allows you to... More
Oct 5, 2022 8:00 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 3,299
Most PT programs in the US use the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). This online portal allows you to... More
Advice for Incoming Seniors: Don't Kick Back and Relax This Year
Aug 15, 2022 6:58 am
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Most college-bound students wish that they could finish their most difficult courses as juniors and ease up a bit when they enter their senior year. After all, they... More
Aug 15, 2022 6:58 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 3,280
Most college-bound students wish that they could finish their most difficult courses as juniors and ease up a bit when they enter their senior year. After all, they... More
Applying for Dental School
Jan 19, 2023 8:52 am
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Dental school is hard work. It requires academic rigors similar to applying to medical school. The application process is complex, detailed and competitive. Here’s... More
Jan 19, 2023 8:52 am
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Dental school is hard work. It requires academic rigors similar to applying to medical school. The application process is complex, detailed and competitive. Here’s... More
Planning Your Physician Assistant (PA) Application
Apr 13, 2023 4:36 am
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As with any graduate school, applying for PA programs takes a good deal of thought and planning. Even those who fulfill their course requirements and work part-time... More
Apr 13, 2023 4:36 am
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As with any graduate school, applying for PA programs takes a good deal of thought and planning. Even those who fulfill their course requirements and work part-time... More
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