"The best college guide you can buy." "-USA Today" For more than 25 years, this leading guide to more than 310 colleges and universities-fully updated and expanded every year-has been an indispensable source of information for college-bound students and their parents. Helpful, honest, and straightforward, the "Fiske Guide to Colleges "delivers an insider's look at the academic climates and the social and extracurricular scenes at the "best and most interesting" schools in the United States, plus Canada and Great Britain. In addition to the candid essays on each school, you will find: A self-quiz to help you understand what you are really looking for in a college Lists of the strongest majors and programs at each college Vital information on how to apply, including admissions and financial aid deadlines, required tests, and each school's essay questions "Overlap" listings to help you expand your options Selectivity statistics and SAT/ACT scores Indexes that break down schools by price and state A list of schools with strong programs for learning disabled students All the basics, including email addresses and university websites Plus a special section highlighting the 5 public and private Best Buy schools-colleges that provide the best educational value The guide the "San Francisco Chronicle "called "the bible."

This book provides an overview of educational options after high school, including taking a "gap year" before pursuing more education and distance learning, and includes information on the application process, financial considerations, dealing with family expectations, and more.

Complete and up-to-date information on academics, faculty research, tuition, sports, and campus life at four-year colleges in the U.S. and Canada.

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The updated edition of the must-have resource for any student applying to college This thoroughly revised and updated edition of the bestselling book Admission Matters demystifies the college application process and offers practical advice for choosing the right school, writing an effective essay, navigating financial aid, and more. This handy resource will help any college-bound student whether they attend well-funded private schools or cash-strapped public schools. Filled with helpful suggestions, ideas, and advice, the new edition also includes tips for home-schooled students who are preparing to attend college. Helps all students who are applying to college understand the process and find the school that fits their needs Expanded information on testing, early decision/early action, applying as a home schooler, and tackling the dreaded college essay Up-to-date advice on financial aid in tough economic times – how it works and how to maximize your chances of getting aid Authors bring the multiple viewpoints of college admissions officer, high school counselor, and parent of college-bound students This book gives any college-bound student the information they need to make the application process run smoothly.

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For more than 20 years, this leading guide to more than 300 colleges and universities has been an indispensable source of information for college-bound students and their parents. Hip, honest, and straightforward, this guide delivers an insiders look at the academic climate.