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Choosing a college, college admission processes, admission for homeschoolers, preparing for the college interview, searching for scholarships, Christian colleges & universities, colleges in general.

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22 years in higher education, including eight in admission and financial aid, 15 years interviewing students for admission and places in honors programs, academic advising, transfer counseling.

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BA psychology. MA Behavioral Science

   

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devry U11/2/2007Bruce
  Q: can you tell me anything about devry university? do you recommend going there to get a business ...
  A: Nick, I actually worked at DeVry school, quite a few years ago. My perception is that a DeVry ...
engineering schools10/31/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: I am a senior in high school and I want to study industrial engineering. What are the differences ...
  A: Erik, You can get a great engineering education at both a small school and a large university. The ...
Question about Choosing the Right College10/30/2007Bruce
  Q: I am an indian student(2nd year ,bechler of technology) .And i am planning for my master degree in ...
  A: Jaidev, In general, I think the top B schools like to see their students bring in business ...
College Application10/28/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: I'm currently a college freshman and wish to go to a different college. I do not, however, want to ...
  A: Ben, The answer to your question may differ from college to college but most colleges will want to ...
getting into/choosing colleges10/26/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: I'm a junior in high school now and my parents are pushing me to begin narrowing down my list of ...
  A: Anna, Thanks for writing. Although there is no real rush right now, the more you can work on the ...
COLLEGE ADMISSION10/26/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: Does having a gold award from girl scouts carry any weight on a college application? Do colleges ...
  A: Tina, Colleges like anything that shows you have a passion and are willing to work hard. Yes, the ...
COLLEGE ADMISSION10/26/2007Bruce
  Q: Is having a girl scout gold award carry any weight on a college application?
  A: It could be a plus for you, especially if you are applying to smaller colleges that go beyond the ...
online education10/24/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: Johnson, I would like to complete/obtain a BA in English or writing. I am an older adult and ...
  A: James, Thanks for writing. I don't know how much help I can be as my focus is on younger students ...
I have questions about college choice : )10/23/2007Bruce
  Q: I'm an international student. I’m attending university in the U.S., and trying to transfer other ...
  A: As far as transfer goes, if you want to do it, this is the best time. Your high GPA will earn you ...
can you recommand me some good college10/23/2007Susie Watts
  Q: i am now studying my first quater in a community college in washiton state, since i am considering ...
  A: Most of the community colleges in California do a good job of preparing students to enter a four ...
choosing right college10/22/2007Susie Watts
  Q: I am an indian student(2nd year ,bechler of technology) .And i am planning for my master degree in ...
  A: Many colleges look for students with some work experience before they enter a master degree program ...
a college of science10/21/2007Susie Watts
  Q: Mainly I want to find a college that is focused on research in biological sciences like cell biology ...
  A: Most schools in the UC system do not provide many opportunities for students to do research, That ...
recommand me some college10/20/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: i am now studying my first quater in a community college in washiton state, since i am considering ...
  A: There is no one good answer to the question of transferring credits. The credits that will transfer ...
travilling to usa10/20/2007Susie Watts
  Q: and what course should i do in college .
  A: In the US, when a student is interested in medical school, he goes to a four year college first and ...
can you recommend me some good community college in california10/19/2007Bruce
  Q: can you recommend me some good community colleges in california? thank u ANSWER: KE, In what part ...
  A: KE, I take it that you want to go to CC in California so that you can then move on to a California ...
recommand me some college10/19/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: i am now studying my first quater in a community college in washiton state, since i am considering ...
  A: There are a number of factors to consider in addition to your gpa such as location and the feel of ...
I have questions about college choice : )10/19/2007Bruce
  Q: I'm an international student. I’m attending university in the U.S., and trying to transfer other ...
  A: Jieun, I have a couple questions for you - what type of work would you like to do eventually? ...
regarding M.S10/16/2007Susie Watts
  Q: Mam , i completed my B.Tech in mechanical engg . i want ur advice wether i shuld persue M.S in ...
  A: I think aeronautical engineering is the major you should choose. Here are some schools in the US ...
college MIT?10/16/2007Susie Watts
  Q: Hey... I really want to go to MIT, but I am from Canada. I was just wondering what kind of ...
  A: MIT is going to be much more interested in your grades, difficulty of classes, rank in class, and ...
Admission10/14/2007Bruce
  Q: I have a SAT-1 socre of 790-CR/780-M/790 W in one sitting & SAT-II score of 800 in Maths ...
  A: Swami, You certainly have positioned yourself well for application to those top colleges. I can't ...
Cultural Anthropology Major10/13/2007Susie Watts
  Q: I'm a student at a community college and I will be filling out my applications to tranfer soon. ...
  A: The following schools offer good anthropology majors, but it is probably a good idea to go on their ...
IB vs. Community College10/9/2007Susie Watts
  Q: I live in Broward County, Florida. I am currently in a Pre-IB (Pre International Baccalaureate) ...
  A: I don't think you can go wrong with the IB program, especially if you are doing as well as you are ...
What is the best way to start your education if you want to be an architect?10/9/2007Bruce
  Q: my name is Hristo,I am from Bulgaria,but right now i am living in the USA.I have finished highschool ...
  A: Hristo, I think starting at a community college is a good idea. It will allow you to get back into ...
colleges for music majors10/9/2007Susie Watts
  Q: what college in the united states offers portuguese as a college major and where is the college ? ...
  A: There are many great schools for music majors. A lot depends on what kind of music you want to ...
about aeronautical college.10/3/2007Susie Watts
  Q: Resp. Mam, I have finished my BE in Mechanical &I'm from India&i have passed my GRE exam.Is this ...
  A: A few schools you might look into are the University of Arizona, Purdue University, University of ...
How to find a good community college10/2/2007Susie Watts
  Q: i would like to find a good community college. Somewhere where its a good community, give good ...
  A: Community colleges are good places to begin a college education because they are inexpensive and ...
need assistance10/2/2007Bruce
  Q: I am ramesh maharjan, from nepal, currently studying computer engineering (bachelor) in university ...
  A: Your grades are solid but your SAT score is mid-range as far as US standards go. I think your best ...
college for medical students.10/1/2007Bruce
  Q: I'm a Canadian citizen but I live in the US. I want to know what the best colleges/universities are ...
  A: Kulsoom, You should look for any benefit you may receive from Canadian schools for being a citizen. ...
full scholarship if possible9/29/2007Susie Watts
  Q: I am ramesh maharjan, from nepal, currently studying computer engineering (bachelor) in university ...
  A: It is very difficult for an international student to get a full scholarship in the United States ...
COLLEGE9/27/2007Bruce
  Q: I would love to get into a school like Brown, Rice, and University of Pennsylvania. I got a 1990 on ...
  A: Laila, Sorry for the delay, I thought I'd answered this already, but I must have failed to send it. ...
COLLEGE9/27/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: I would love to get into a school like Brown, Rice, and University of Pennsylvania. I got a 1990 on ...
  A: Laila, Thanks for writing. The quick answer is not almost no one has a good chance of getting in ...
aeronautical engineering9/27/2007Bruce
  Q: I have a repeat question from 2003; we are looking for a Christian college for Aeronautical ...
  A: Gary, I'm afraid that I still don't know of a Christian college with this area of study - it's so ...
choosing a college9/22/2007Bruce
  Q: im a grade 12 high school student in vancouver. i immigrated to canada at grade four but went back ...
  A: Yes, you can register for the SAT through the College Board Web site. With regard to the schools ...
choosing a college9/19/2007Bruce
  Q: im a grade 12 high school student in vancouver. i immigrated to canada at grade four but went back ...
  A: Because English is your second language, I think it would be a good idea for you to take the TOEFL ...
horses9/13/2007Susie Watts
  Q: I was wondering if you can help me find a college that is inexpensive. I currently attend a ...
  A: I am including a number of two year and four year colleges that either offer a degree or a ...
College Degrees9/12/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: Mr. Johnson, I'd first like to thank you for taking my question. I'm not certain that you're the ...
  A: Jason, Thanks for the question. Yes, generally an associates degree is worthwhile. The value of ...
registered nurse9/8/2007Susie Watts
  Q: If i want to become a registered nurse what do i have to major in?
  A: Some colleges have majors in nursing but they are often very difficult to get into. You can major ...
plzzz helping me ...9/3/2007Susie Watts
  Q: I'm a saudi student .i have got a Diplomma of computer science and i wanna to complete my study but ...
  A: Columbus University could be a good school, but I would do a little research before you make a final ...
SAT Subject Tests9/2/2007Bruce
  Q: Does the taking of more SAT subject tests increase the chances of admission into competitive ...
  A: QR, What I would do in this case is take the subject tests that relate to what you'd like to study ...
SAT Subject Tests9/1/2007Todd Johnson
  Q: Does taking more SAT subject tests increase the chances of college admissions into competitive ...
  A: In a general sense the answer is no, taking more tests is not necessary. However, there may be ...

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