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The 6 Top Mistakes Made by High School Students Applying to College1. Not balancing your college list by admission probability is a recipe for disappointing results. Reach schools have low and very low admit rates; they are...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 10, 2019Last comment by Heidi, on Oct 11, 2019 at 11:39 am | 2 comments | 9005 Views
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Tell Me More about University of California-Davis!Welcome to the second in a series of articles about the University of California system. In a deliberate step away from those omnipresent rankings and instead going...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Feb. 5, 2018Last comment by annamartin, on May 5, 2018 at 3:13 am | 2 comments | 8772 Views
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When Students Consider Non-Portfolio Design SchoolsIt is not unusual to find schools, even some very good ones that will admit students with no technical skills to programs in areas such as architecture, fashion...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 1, 2015Last comment by pleasantonweekly.com, on Feb 3, 2017 at 10:24 am | 2 comments | 10431 Views
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Understanding Early Decision in College AdmissionsEarly Decision is an application program offered by many colleges and universities that provides an early admission decision in exchange for the student's commitment...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Aug. 28, 2014Last comment by Johnny English, on Mar 4, 2015 at 6:38 am | 2 comments | 17084 Views
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10 Most Important Factors in Selective College AdmissionThe single, most common question I hear as a college advisor is some version of “What does it take to get into a highly selective college?” Here are...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Nov. 17, 2022Last comment by Clay Peterson, on Nov 19, 2022 at 12:24 pm | 2 comments | 2688 Views
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How Important Is Demonstrated Interest?As college admit rates fall at most top colleges, and the number of applicants rise, it is more important than ever for students to take control of factors that...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Feb. 6, 2019Last comment by Doug, on Feb 7, 2019 at 7:35 am | 2 comments | 6465 Views
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5 TopTips to Tackle The UC EssaysSeniors all over the country are busy writing their college application essays. Juniors will be doing the same task next year. Students applying to the UC are...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Aug. 6, 2012Last comment by KamranAhmed, on Jan 29, 2016 at 9:17 pm | 2 comments | 15091 Views
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Thinking Premed? What You Should Be Thinking AboutOne of my specialty areas is graduate and professional school admissions and I work with many high school and college students who are hoping to one day attend medical,...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 16, 2018Last comment by buyassignmentservice, on May 10, 2018 at 12:24 am | 2 comments | 7236 Views
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The Waiting Game Begins for College AdmissionsHurry Up and Wait: What to Do After the College Applications Are Sent Somehow the admission frenzy has managed to scare our kids—even those at the top of...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jan. 8, 2013Last comment by Judi, on Jan 9, 2013 at 2:28 pm | 2 comments | 10466 Views
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Thinking about Applying Undeclared? Think Again!Thousands of high school seniors cruise through college applications, completing basic contact information, high school coursework and grades, test scores and activities...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Aug. 6, 2019Last comment by Zuraida Oen, on Aug 29, 2019 at 2:58 pm | 2 comments | 7761 Views
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7 steps to success: the college transfer pathEach year I receive calls from high school seniors who want help with the transfer path. My heart skips a beat when I get this type of call, particularly when it...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Aug. 26, 2013Last comment by Miguelfeedy, on Aug 27, 2017 at 5:17 am | 2 comments | 11709 Views
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Taking SAT Subject Tests: Greater Flexibility or More MurkinessElizabeth LaScala Ph.D. guides college, transfer and graduate school applicants through the complex world of admission. Elizabeth helps students identify majors...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 27, 2015Last comment by Charles Kipkorir, on Jul 28, 2015 at 3:04 pm | 2 comments | 12543 Views
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Finishing Strong: Colleges Can Revoke Admission OffersYou worked too hard to get into college to mess with it now. Seniors should bear in mind that their remaining high school grades can affect their new relationship...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jan. 12, 2014Last comment by Richard, on Oct 9, 2017 at 10:05 am | 2 comments | 21934 Views
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Tell Me More about University of California—Los Angeles (UCLA)UCLA has been called America’s finest urban public university—and one of the best research universities in the world. With easy access to the beach,...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 30, 2018Last comment by Codycross, on Jan 24, 2019 at 4:12 am | 2 comments | 6740 Views
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Denied College Admission? Should You Appeal?Paul was denied admission to a private college that he, his parents, and high school counselor all had agreed matched his interests and academic profile. The question...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Dec. 8, 2017Last comment by Marisa, on Dec 11, 2017 at 3:37 am | 2 comments | 12069 Views
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Does Applying to More Get You Through the Door? Why More Is Not Better in College Admissions“If 10% of applicants are accepted to the most selective schools to which I apply, doesn’t that mean I will have a better than 1 in 10 chance of getting...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 21, 2016Last comment by rosalindr, on Jul 22, 2016 at 7:40 pm | 1 comment | 10196 Views
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Why Make a College Application Resume?A resume shows colleges who you are beyond your grades and test scores. Many colleges recommend and some even require a resume of your activities and achievements...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 3, 2019Last comment by 125, on Oct 3, 2019 at 11:21 am | 1 comment | 8714 Views
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An Inside Look at College AdvisingApplying to college can be one of the most bewildering as well as rewarding experiences for high school students and their families. Today, I thought I would paint...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 22, 2018Last comment by Nancy, on Jul 26, 2018 at 11:08 am | 1 comment | 6956 Views
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Our Own Artsy California System: A Few of the Many Visual and Performing Arts Programs in the UC SystemYou don’t need to leave California to get a great education in the arts—and you don’t need to spend big bucks to become noticed for your art. The...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 29, 2019Last comment by Cholo, on Oct 29, 2019 at 5:27 pm | 1 comment | 7557 Views
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Taking AP Exams in the Time of COVID-19In response to the major and sometimes tragic disruptions to life that have accompanied the spread of the COVID-19 virus,
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 7, 2020Last comment by elsewill, on Apr 11, 2020 at 2:16 am | 1 comment | 6167 Views
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Looking for something for the kids to do this summer, learn something new and have fun? The Summer Camp Guide features local camps for all ages and interests.
