How to Prepare a Standout College Application: Expert Advice That Takes You from Lmo* (*Like Many Others) to Admit

Demystifying the process of completing a college application

Written by two former admissions officers at top universities and current admissions coaches, this book is a must-have for preparing a winning college application. The authors reveal the mystery behind what college admissions officers are looking for and show applicants how to leverage their credentials, stand out in the over-crowded applicants' pool, and make a genuine, memorable impression. This is the book that will help the college-bound get off the "like many others" pile and onto the acceptance list.

• Includes instructions and examples for every component of the college application, from writing the essay to answering questions like "Why do you want to go to College X?"
• Shows how to avoid underestimating the importance of critical features on any application
• Includes the latest information on the Common Application 4.0 and corrects outdated, holdover advice still stressed in many other books

This book is filled with step-by-step advice that students and parents can use immediately and will refer to again and again.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: 08/26/2013
ISBN: 9781118414408
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.00w x 1.10d