Acing the College Application

"With so many qualified applicants, competition for college admissions is fiercer than ever. Now you can put yourself ahead of the pack by making your applicationflawless

"When applying for college, good grades and high standardized test scores are not always enough to guarantee admission. What sets you apart, argues MicheleHernaaacute;ndez, is the way you describe yourself in your application. But how do you present yourself with flair, and highlight all your talents, skills, and passions, in just a few pages?

A formerassistant director of admissions at Dartmouth College, Dr. Hernaaacute;ndez takes you step-by-step through the entire application process, revealing the details that make or break an applicant. From the multitude ofshort and longer essays to the myriad of charts, lists, and personal data sections, she offers essential advice, useful anecdotes, and vivid examples. Included are:

- A line-by-line look at thecommon application

- The truth about the essays, with samples of those that made the grade

- The best way to ask for teacher and guidance counselorrecommendations

- When to provide colleges with optional essays and peer evaluations

- The ten common myths and misconceptions of the on-campus interview

- The mostmeaningful academic subjects, work experience, and extracurricular activities to mention

- Early action versus early decision-the trade offs

With this helpful, savvy book, prospective college students-and their parents and counselors--can now vastly improve their chances of getting into the college of their choice.

"Want to scale theIvy wall? Michele Hernaaacute;ndez gives you the tools to do it. This brisk, no-nonsense book is built on inside dope, and Hernandez's experience allows her to challenge conventional admissionsthinking."

-HARRY BAULD

Author of "On Writing the College Application Essay

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