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The college bound organizer, the ultimate guide to successful college applications, Anna Costaras & Gail Liss ; foreword by Edward B. Fiske

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The college bound organizer

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Anna Costaras & Gail Liss ; foreword by Edward B. Fiske

the ultimate guide to successful college applications

College bound high school students have one thing in common: the extraordinary number of details to keep track of. With standardized test-taking, school visits, essays to write and so many forms to fill out, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Packed with worksheets, lists, advice and invaluable insight, The college bound organizer will help you: understand what admissions officers are looking for in an applicant, Prevent the common mistakes often made on applications, Build your personal profile and write your resume, Plan your individualized testing schedule, Research colleges to identify the schools that are a good fit, Develop a balanced list of schools, Secure your letters of recommendation, Ace your college interviews, Complete and submit the best applications possible, Apply for financial aid and scholarships, Meet all your deadlines, and Help you make your final decision

Getting started: fact finding -- A snapshot of your high school years: who are you? -- Testing A to Z: track your scores -- Researching schools: getting acquainted -- Define your choices: you're ready to apply! -- Paying the bills: show me the money! -- The home stretch: you're almost done! -- The interviews

Ultimate guide to successful college applications