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why this book isnot satisfactory April 17, 2007 17 out of 25 found this review helpful
Although this book has some valuable insights - how to interview with colleges, how to set up a timetable for your college admission work( which other books have covered quite competently ),it also has some glaring inaccuracies - its section on SAT Is and ACTs is uninformed and inaccurate. It presents SAT I's as offering a 1600 score when the current SAT I is scored on the basis of 2400. Consequently, the SAT I and ACT tables are completely irrelevant. The differences between the ACT and the SAT I are inadequately and erroneously described and so are not helpful to students who are considering which test to take. This book could not be "new" rules of college admission.
The New Rules of College Admissions November 7, 2006 17 out of 17 found this review helpful
"The New Rules of College Admissions" covers it all - from essay writing techniques to how to fill out FAFSA and scholarship forms. In my opinion, every parent who has a college bound student should own a copy.
My story:
My wife had no problem finding helpful books that gave pointers on essay writing but when it came to finding books on financial aid that actually made sense to me I kept coming up empty handed. One day my wife handed me "The New Rules of College Admissions" and told me that there was an easy to read section that focused on Paying for College. After reading it and taking lots of notes, things started clicking. All the advice I was looking for was encapsulated in this one book.
The New Rules of College Admissions November 1, 2006 4 out of 9 found this review helpful
Bravo to the authors of "The New Rules of College Admissions" for writing such an enlightening book. Most of our admissions questions were answered in just a few short chapters. My daughter is now well on her way to getting into her dream school.
The New Rules of College Admissions October 31, 2006 16 out of 18 found this review helpful
It's no secret that the college admissions process has changed since the 70's when I was applying to school. It's more competitive, more stressful and more frustrating than ever. Although I wanted to help my son through the process, I quickly realized I didn't know where to begin. I needed some advice and decided to read "The New Rules of College Admissions."
The book, which is written by 10 former senior admissions counselors, provided me with excellent insight. After reading it, I was able to help my son devise a marketing plan that will make him stand out to admissions committees and give him a competitive edge.
His early decision applications have been sent and we probably won't hear back from the schools until December, but we both feel confident - and that's huge. Confidence is a feeling that definitely wouldn't have been accomplished if I hadn't read this book. I highly recommend "The New Rules of College Admissions" to parents and students alike who are overwhelmed by the college admissions process like I once was.
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