Paul Tough looks at why some students succeed despite their circumstances while others fall through the cracks. Understanding the college admissions landscape requires a broad perspective.
Read MoreIf you read any book about college admissions or higher education this year, make it this one.
Read MoreEverything is submitted and complete. Now, try and relax. When will you receive your decision? That depends.
Read MoreSometimes, pictures offer a perspective when people want my travel recommendations. Recommendations can go a long ways by offering food for thought and a personal perspective.
Read MoreThe best applications are those where a student's biography, courses, choice of major, essays, resume, and recommendation letters work together to put forward the most compelling arguments why you deserve admission.
Read MoreYour resume is a record of your past. In a way, it's a journey down memory lane. What's important? What might you not include?
Read MoreI like cats. They're pretty important to me. What's important to you?
Read MoreYou've talked about why you want to leave. Now, discuss in your transfer Essay A where you want to go.
Read MoreYou've got a lot of experiences and memories. Tell your reviewer where you came from and perhaps why your current university doesn't meet your expectations and needs.
Read MoreGetting around abroad can be an adventure. Not every vehicle or transportation mode is traditional. Sometimes, you've got to improvise.
Read MoreDon't let a scary entrance intimidate you. Drive slowly, be patient, and watch out for dips along the way. You can get through your transfer essays following the same advice.
Read MoreDon't fall asleep on the competition! Let's take a look at who applies for transfer.
Read MoreDon't be left in the dark wondering how your credits transfer. There are a lot of useful tools you can use today to see how your past, present, and future courses can transfer.
Read MoreIt's important to know the rules for transferring. Don't get tripped up by any required prerequisite courses!
Read MoreDon't get shipwrecked! Note the differences between spring and fall transfer.
Read MoreDoes it sometimes feel like navigating the transfer process is like wading through a swamp?
Read MoreLooking for a change of pace? Consider the transfer process as a pathway to UT-Austin admission.
Read MoreThe devil is in the details. All of the honors programs except engineering have an early deadline of October 15.
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