Contents
THE WHOLE TRUTH, AND NOTHING BUT…
2: The Timetable Through High School: Is Kindergarten Too Early?
3: Early-Decision and Early-Action Policies
4: The New SAT I and Recentering
5: The Importance of the SAT II Subject Tests
7: Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate Scores
9: A Step-by-Step Look at How Your Application Is Read and a Brief Look at the Common Application
10: A Brief Trip to the Committee
11: Flags and Tags: Athletic Recruiting at the Ivy League Schools
13: Flags and Tags: Special Talents
14: Flags and Tags: Development/VIP Cases
15: Flags and Tags: Faculty and Trustee Recommendations
16: Flags and Tags: Minority Recruiting
17: Summary of All Tip Factors and Geographic Diversity
21: Communication Among Schools
22: Financial-Aid Implications and International Students
24: Do You Need an Independent Counselor?