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Beyond the Rankings: Finding the Right College Without the Elite School Stress
For many families, the college admissions process feels like a high-stakes competition to win a spot at one of a few elite universities....
Carolyn Metzler
Aug 133 min read
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College Visits Decoded: Smart Questions to Ask
When visiting a college, you’ll hear a lot of impressive statistics and marketing about how great the school is. You'll hear all the...
Carolyn Metzler
Jan 103 min read
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Better Bang for your Buck at Tier B Colleges
In the college admissions process, many students and families focus on gaining acceptance to prestigious, highly selective schools....
Carolyn Metzler
Nov 10, 20243 min read
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Plenty of Great College Options for ‘Average’ Students
In today’s hyper-competitive college admissions landscape, much of the focus seems to center on gaining admission to elite institutions....
Carolyn Metzler
Nov 10, 20243 min read
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The Harmful Effects of the Pressure-Cooker Environment for Elite College Admissions on Student Mental Health
The intense competition for admission to elite colleges has created a pressure-cooker environment that places enormous strain on high...
Carolyn Metzler
Nov 10, 20242 min read
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