The Enlightened College Applicant: A New Approach to the Search and Admissions Process

The Enlightened College Applicant is a valuable guide for college applicants and their families, providing a no-nonsense account of how to approach the college search and admissions process and maximizing the benefits of higher education.

Format: Hardback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

College applicants and their families often find themselves overwhelmed by a barrage of messages, ranging from the strict "It's Ivy League or bust" to the more reassuring "It doesn't matter where you go." Amid this sea of information overload, a valuable life preserver has emerged: The Enlightened College Applicant. This book speaks directly to its audience, employing a highly accessible, engaging, and example-filled style that provides readers with the perspective and practical tools necessary to select and secure admission at colleges that align perfectly with their academic, career, and life goals.

In contrast to the rehashed entrance statistics or anecdotal generalizations about campus life found in many guidebooks, The Enlightened College Applicant offers a no-nonsense approach to the college search and admissions process. Authors Bergman and Belasco challenge the traditional mindset of "How can I get into a college?" and instead urge readers to consider the question, "What can that college do for me?" They delve into critical topics such as the importance of college prestige, the skills valued in the job market, the potential return on investment for different schools and degrees, strategies to minimize the costs of a college education, and much more.

This easy-to-read book is designed to benefit students of all academic backgrounds, from valedictorians to B/C students. It empowers readers to enhance their college savvy and maximize the benefits of their higher education. By providing a comprehensive and insightful guide, The Enlightened College Applicant helps individuals make informed decisions about their future and embark on a path that leads to personal and professional success.

Weight: 548g
Dimension: 159 x 236 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781475865219
Edition number: 2nd Edition