Archive for June, 2007

U.S. News Rankings in Trouble?

Wednesday, June 20th, 2007

While the front page of CNN.com proclaims “Top colleges want out of U.S. News rankings,” the actual story isn’t quite so dramatic. Schools such as Sarah Lawrence and Dickinson College…

Backpacks for Teen Techies

Tuesday, June 19th, 2007

Some students are completely lost without their gadgets. If you experience separation anxiety when you leave your laptop, you might be a teen techie.
Whether you’re traveling for fun or you’re…

Does International Status Hurt Graduate Admission Chances?

Monday, June 18th, 2007

Just recently I received an emal from a reader (modified to protect anonymity):

I have a B.Sc degree in science, a B.Ed degree, and MA in the humanities. I have…

SAT Practice Words

Sunday, June 17th, 2007

Are you trying to strengthen and expand your vocabulary? This is one of the most important things you can do to prepare for college and to improve your SAT scores.

This…

The Disappearing “F”

Friday, June 15th, 2007

There is growing concern across North America, mostly among teachers, that high school students are losing an essential right. It is a right that is as important to their success…

Antioch College Closing its Doors

Thursday, June 14th, 2007

Antioch College in Ohio is shutting down, with hopes of reopening after four years if it can find a way to improve its financial condition. The school, financially dependent…

Preparing for Freshman Year

Wednesday, June 13th, 2007

If you’re looking forward to starting your first official year in high school this fall, you probably have mixed emotions. Your excitement is probably tinged with a little apprehension.
If…