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Presents articles and essays espousing opposing viewpoints on issues pertaining to college admissions in America, such as whether or not race should be a factor on college applications.

Collects more than one hundred real college essays from students who got into the school of their choice, with expert tips on writing effective application essays.

Devoted to what exists out there in higher education, explaining the options of private, public, single-sex, and religion-affiliated schools, as well as tuition-free, two-year colleges, and colleges in other countries, and another chapter on what plans and decisions you can make, way before time to select a school, with suggestions for 4th graders, 10th graders, and, of course, the last-minute 11th graders. There are also chapters on campus visits, interviews, how many applications to send off, and how colleges look at you, followed by bottom-line chapters on paying for college, describing all your financial aid options in clear, understandable English.

Argues that affirmative action has harmed minority students by mismatching the students against better prepared classmates, setting them up to quickly fall behind; and offers alternatives.

Examines the develomental tasks and competencies that young people need to master in order to plan for and succeed in higher education. These include identity development, articulating aspirations and expectations, forming and maintaining strong peer and adult relationships, motivation and goal setting, and self-regulatory skills, such as planning.

Contains information to aid students in writing college application essays to get them into the college of their choice. Includes sample essays of students and professional writers.

A detailed discussion of the college application process, covering what students need to know before they apply, how to put together an application, steps to take after receiving a school's decision, options for students who do not follow the traditional path to college, and financing; includes sample application essays.

Offers parents and high school students an inside look at what college admissions offices look for when determining which students will be accepted to their university and offers tips for improving one's chances of getting into the college they want.

A comprehensive listing of over 2,800 colleges and universities across the U.S. designed for international students that provides information on student enrollment, financial aid, ESL programs, TOEFL score requirements, and tuition and includes advice on student visas, employment, and other related topics.