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The Ethics of Writing College Application EssaysUnderstanding some fundamentals about the essays colleges ask students to submit with their applications can help you make more informed decisions about getting...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 6, 2015Last comment by Conservator, on Jul 13, 2015 at 9:36 am | 1 comment | 13336 Views
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Thanksgiving Transfer Fever!Thanksgiving is a time filled with family, turkey, football, and in many houses newly returned freshmen. After they've cleared the cupboards, lounged on the couches...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Nov. 25, 2014Last comment by John, on Mar 4, 2015 at 6:27 am | 1 comment | 13659 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. With easy access to the beach, mountains, and Hollywood glitter, it’s no wonder that UCLA...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Nov. 10, 2022Last comment by Jennifer, on Nov 10, 2022 at 10:47 am | 1 comment | 2535 Views
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You Want to Go to Our College? Prove It!For many students, applying to college is burdened by an exaggerated emphasis on "getting in." This neglects some basic research that should precede the application...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Dec. 14, 2009Last comment by [email protected], on Dec 15, 2009 at 1:22 pm | 1 comment | 11924 Views
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Parents! Read This if Your Child Is Applying to CollegeYou have no doubt heard of parents who stop working after having a child or reduce their hours at the office to support a teen that is having trouble in high school....
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Dec. 21, 2009Last comment by Ralph N. Shirlet, on Dec 21, 2009 at 1:45 pm | 1 comment | 12969 Views
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Amid Recession, You Still Have to Pay for CollegeIn those agonizing months between sending out college applications and waiting for those admission decisions in the spring, many high school seniors and their parents...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jan. 11, 2010Last comment by Ralph N. Shirlet, on Jan 11, 2010 at 9:56 am | 1 comment | 11462 Views
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What You Don’t Know About College Costs Can Cost You Big Time!Whether you are comparing financial aid awards from acceptances or entering the college admissions cycle for the first time this fall, you should gather the most...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Mar. 30, 2021Last comment by Happy, on Apr 4, 2021 at 4:47 pm | 1 comment | 4458 Views
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Jump Start The College Admission EssayDear Dr. LaScala, We enjoy reading your column. We are the parents of twin girls who will be seniors in high school this fall and both plan to apply to the UC...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 26, 2011Last comment by Joseph190, on Jun 15, 2017 at 2:59 am | 1 comment | 14405 Views
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Budget Basics for New College GraduatesHere's a question I'm often asked by new or soon to be college graduates: "I am looking for a job. Can you help me figure out how much income I will need to pay...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jun. 8, 2014Last comment by Ashley, on Nov 4, 2014 at 6:01 am | 1 comment | 23847 Views
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How to Get a Good Letter of RecommendationApplying to graduate degree programs requires the organization and synthesis of a lot of information. There are many moving parts, and it can be tempting to focus...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 9, 2021Last comment by McMadilyn, on Apr 14, 2021 at 3:18 am | 1 comment | 6704 Views
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Where Did All the SAT Subjects Tests Go?A long time ago in a UC system far, far away, SAT Subjects were required by the University of California (UC). Now they are not required. The rationale (which...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Sep. 10, 2012Last comment by Rgf49er, on Sep 10, 2012 at 8:20 pm | 1 comment | 10701 Views
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The Truth About The College EssayIn August the 2012-13 edition of the Common Application was released. At the same time or soon after, many schools released updated supplements, several of which...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Sep. 27, 2012Last comment by BrentTaylor, on Mar 4, 2015 at 3:45 am | 1 comment | 12061 Views
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The Secret Sauce in College AdmissionsIt is true that showing your interest in a college can be a tip factor in getting that acceptance letter. Visiting your colleges, writing to ask intelligient...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Nov. 12, 2012Last comment by Judi, on Nov 15, 2012 at 7:26 am | 1 comment | 10126 Views
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Same Story, Different Prompts: Common Application?s New Essay QuestionsHey Dr. LaScala, I just heard that the Common Application has revised its essay questions. What exactly does that mean for me? I am a junior at San Ramon Vally...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Feb. 20, 2013Last comment by james564, on Oct 2, 2017 at 3:33 am | 1 comment | 11573 Views
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Getting the Most Out of Your Summer ExperiencesElizabeth LaScala Ph.D. guides families through the complex world of college admission. She helps students identify college majors and career paths, develops good...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Apr. 20, 2015Last comment by MsJulle, on Apr 22, 2015 at 5:52 am | 1 comment | 9878 Views
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Quick! Show Me the Money--the CSS ProfileTiming is critical. For high school seniors who plan to request financial aid, now is the time to determine the forms required at each college on your list. You...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Sep. 30, 2013Last comment by Alec, on Oct 12, 2013 at 2:15 am | 1 comment | 12171 Views
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Tell Me More About University of California-San Diego (UCSD)The University of California-San Diego (UCSD) first opened its doors in 1960. Since then, it has grown to become one of America’s leading research universities,...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jun. 2, 2021Last comment by j0hnwi11iams, on Jun 12, 2021 at 10:19 am | 1 comment | 8317 Views
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Deferred? Now What?When the pandemic first hit, many worried that applications for admission would decrease in much the same way as enrollment numbers dropped. However, the opposite...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Feb. 1, 2023Last comment by Harrison Tamaki, on Feb 1, 2023 at 7:37 am | 1 comment | 1347 Views
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Three Time Tested Test Prep RecommendationsBy now most families have heard that a new SAT exam will be administered for the first time in spring 2016. As test preparation providers respond to these changes...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 4, 2014Last comment by John English, on Mar 4, 2015 at 6:34 am | 1 comment | 11599 Views
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Admitted Early Action? Congratulations! And Next StepsAs the holiday season approaches college-bound seniors, who have demonstrated enthusiasm, thoroughness and efficiency by getting their college applications in the...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Dec. 8, 2016Last comment by pleasantonweekly.com, on Dec 12, 2016 at 12:03 pm | 1 comment | 11680 Views
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