Attending college has long been a rite of passage for millions of teens. But that well-worn path has taken a wrong turn, denying admission even to super-achievers and putting intolerable stress on family finances.
New York Times bestselling author Jeffrey Selingo reveals how to build a list of colleges that will lower the application process stress and inspire students’ futures. Written in an engaging style, Dream School explains why elite college degrees turn out to matter less than you think, why many parents and students are choosing value over prestige, and how to make sure the degree really pays off. The book includes a list of 75 accessible and affordable colleges to help you focus your search.
Dream School is the desperately needed, level-headed college admissions guide that we have been waiting for. Jeff Selingo's sane and seasoned voice cuts through the madness.
-Lisa Damour, PhD
New York Times bestselling author of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
New York Times 100 Notable Book of the Year (2020)
A New York Times Editors’ Choice
A USA Today Bestseller
Jeff’s inside look from the admissions office—one that identifies surprising strategies that will aid in the college search. Jeff was embedded in three different admissions offices—a selective private university, a leading liberal arts college, and a flagship public campus—and closely observed gatekeepers as they made their often agonizing and sometimes life-changing decisions.
The college admissions process can seem like a locked vault, but Jeff Selingo has found the key. He unleashes the full force of his reporting and storytelling skills to demystify—and humanize--the journey from high school applicant to college freshman.
-Daniel H. Pink
New York Times bestselling author of When, Drive, and A Whole New Mind
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A New York Times Bestseller
Why is the transition to post-college life so difficult for many recent graduates? How can graduates market themselves to employers that are reluctant to provide on-the-job training? What can institutions and individuals do to end the current educational and economic stalemate? From the end of high school through college graduation, Jeff lays out exactly what students need to do to acquire the skills companies want.
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In College (Un)bound, Jeff not only turns a critical eye to the current state of affairs in higher education, but he also predicts how technology will transform it for the better. Hybrid classes, adaptive learning software, and the unbundling of traditional degree credits will increase access to high quality education regardless of budget or location and tailor lesson plans to individual needs.
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Discussion Guide: Who Gets In and Why
To facilitate your discussion of Who Gets In and Why in group settings.
Navigating the College Search
How to prioritize learners' goals and key factors in applying.
Thriving in College and Beyond
How to develop a mindset for discover and learning.
Which Colleges Are Really Buyers and Which Are Sellers
A guide to researching which colleges offer merit aid.
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