Admission Matters: What Students and Parents Need to Know About Getting into College

The fifth edition of Admission Matters is the go-to guide for students and families seeking help with the college admissions process, providing practical and accessible advice from higher education experts. It covers building a balanced college list, when to apply, crafting a compelling application, how colleges make decisions, financial aid, and more, with real-world expert advice for all students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2023
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

The fifth edition of Admission Matters, the best-selling guide to college admissions for over twenty years, has been newly revised and thoroughly updated to remain the go-to guide for students and families seeking assistance with the college admissions process. Higher education experts Sally P. Springer, Ph.D., Joyce Vining Morgan, Ph.D., Nancy Griesemer, M.A., and Jon Reider, Ph.D., deliver a practical and accessible roadmap for a successful admissions outcome, regardless of the student's level of education, from high school freshmen to seniors about to apply to college. Reassuring and easy to read, Admission Matters provides deep insight into a process that has become increasingly complex and unpredictable with each passing year.

In the fifth edition, readers will learn how to build a balanced college list, when to apply, what goes into crafting a compelling application, how colleges make decisions, how financial aid works, and more. Admission Matters offers real-world expert advice for all students, regardless of whether they are aiming for an Ivy League institution or a state school close to home. The book provides practical guidance for students and families from under-resourced backgrounds or those with abundant opportunities. Admission Matters also includes much-needed information for students with special circumstances, including students with disabilities, international students, transfers, and non-traditional students. Athletes, artists, and performers, as well as homeschoolers, will have many of their questions answered as they plan for and apply to college.

Admission Matters also provides the latest information on:

The shift to test-optional or test-free admissions at many schools and what that means for you.

The transition to an adaptive, digital format.

Whether you're a high school student, a guidance counselor, or a family member, Admission Matters is an essential resource for navigating the complex and ever-changing college admissions process. With its comprehensive coverage, practical advice, and expert insights, this book will help you make informed decisions and increase your chances of success.

Weight: 567g
Dimension: 249 x 178 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119885733
Edition number: 5 ed