Our teens require excellent writing skills for their high school years, for their college admissions process, and most importantly, for life! The sooner they start enjoying to write, the faster they will improve as writers, in support of their career goals. By demand, EduPlan brings you our first group Writing Workshop. The workshop consists of five interactive 90-minute

EduPlan, your college admissions counselor would like to share another interesting study related to education, published on the insidehighered.com, written by Scott Jaschik. The article describes how certain fields of study help women earn salaries as high as the salaries men earn, based on a recent study. Your college admissions counselor guides you in the

A report from The Washington Post, sent to us by Randy McKnight, from AGM-College Advisors, explains how it is common in the U.S for some Universities to have several empty seats in the Freshman year.  Higher education costs or high school drop outs could be the cause. Please read more details in the following article

CollegeExplorations.com sent us a very interesting article published on the examiner.com, regarding the technical problems with the Common App and its impact in early decision or Early Action (EA). Some Universities were able to report early enough of their success despite the problems student encountered. It actually ended up being very successful based on reports

Randy McKnight, from AGM-College Advisors, LLC, has shared an Article with EduPlan, that shows  how students with a high GPA and those who have been involved in their community, are being rejected from the University of their dream. Read the story of Amanda Scarangella. Loudoun Supervisors push to limit out-of-state students in Virginia universities By

George Washington University admitted publicly last week, that they place students on a waitlist each year if they can not pay GW’s tuition, according to the gwhatchet.com.  The controversy arises because  their admissions policy states that the University remained need-blind. In a report published by the gwhatchet.com, Associate Provost for Enrollment Management, states that “students who meet

The new version of the Common Application that was launched back in August has been the cause for Colleges and Universities to extend their deadlines. As we’ve been reporting in recent articles, it has been due to technical difficulties.   The following article, published by the Examiner.com, states that the new application has caused frustration.

Presidents from various Florida colleges and universities are asking congress to pass an immigration reform that will allow international students to work after completing their advanced degrees. An article posted on WLRN.org states that more than 60 percent of students earning recent doctorates in engineering were non-citizens. The following article was published on September 17,

Big changes to the essay section have been implemented this year on the Common Application. This non-profit organization helps cut down the number of applications and essays, a student has to complete when applying to various colleges and universities. WLRN.ORG states on an article published on Monday, September 16 that “despite the rapid increase in

Ranking Princeton University as #1, the USNews has released the annual listing of Colleges and Universities ranked best at a national level. Schools in the National Universities category, such as the University of Chicago and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, offer a full range of undergraduate majors, plus master’s and Ph.D. programs. These colleges also

I’ve visited many MBA programs in the last 17 years, but this summer I experienced the highlight of all my visits… I flew to Paris to learn about HEC and its MBA Program. I found the program at another level, offering a completely unique experience that can become transformative for the MBA student. Here’s why…

The book Looking Beyond The Ivy League by Loren Pope is a wonderful resource for students and parents.  Please take a closer look at these schools! Just a few highlights from the book: Juanita (PA) –  100% medical school acceptances and nearly that in other health fields including veterinary school. Kalamazo (Michigan)  Combination of a

The U.S News  just released the 2013 edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. This year, Harvard University and Princeton University remained tied for the top spot in this year’s list of Best National Universities. The following is the list of the National University Rankings, according to the U.S News: #1          

The following article was published on getmetocollege.com by rjoseph: According to US News and World Report, these colleges provide full aid to students. These colleges cover all costs and leave nothing uncovered to all students who qualify.  The key word is students who “qualify”…this may be “financial need based” and/or “merit based”…it depends on the

Data based on college Class of 2015 (entered college Fall 2011) and include only those students who ENROLLED at each individual school, NOT all students who applied NOR all students who were accepted.  Those schools that reported all three sections of the SAT for The Common Data set are in italics.  Otherwise, numbers in brackets

All data provided on this list are current for the 2012-2013 school year.  Special circumstances and unusual conditions are indicated wherever known, so please read this list carefully.  In all cases, however, be certain to double-check with the school(s) to which you are applying to assure that information on SAT Subject testing is both accurate

In case you haven’t heard, Californians can now say good-bye to affordable higher education.  Due to drastic state budget cuts, the California State University system is being forced to take measures never before considered in its 51 years of existence.  This fine institution, comprised of 23 campuses, has consistently provided low-cost, high-quality education to millions

Columbia GSB has posted its MBA recommendation letter guidelines and the questions. Here is the information, as posted on Columbia GSB’s site: “Recommendations All applications require two recommendations. If you have been working full-time for at least six months, one recommendation should be from your current supervisor. The second recommendation should be from either a

Here are Columbia GSB MBA’s essay prompts for 2013! Early Decision Deadline is October 3rd 2012! As posted on Columbia’s site… Take a look! “Essays Applicants must complete one short answer question and two essays. Short Answer Question What is your immediate post-MBA professional goal? (200 characters maximum) Examples of possible responses Essay 1: A.

At this time of year it’s not just Christmas presents you should be wrapping up, but also your college applications. Deadlines are looming and it is not advisable to leave it to the last minute to submit your applications. Ideally, if you are applying Regular Decision, you will have completed all the necessary forms and

McGraw-Hill shares with us the Top Ten Most Useful Apps for High School, College and Grad School Students this Fall Semester. These are also really useful for any professional when pursuing continuing education. Take note! 1. StudyTracker Pro: (soon to be released) since your GPA headlines your resume, it’s important to track your progress. Use

By Claudine Vainrub, EduPlan College Advisor and Principal How can you evaluate educational options if you are international, and thinking of leaving your home country to pursue your college or grad school education in USA? There are many considerations to address when making this choice. Here are some to think about… There are over 4,000

To this year’s EduPlan superachievers – Yes! This means you! We are so proud of your successes! You worked hard to achieve your best, and we are thrilled that colleges and universities all across the U.S. recognized your talent! Full rides and partial scholarships recognize to an even higher extent that you led this process

If you are planning to start an MBA in 2011, here is a great opportunity to receive a full ride! Until May 15, QS World Tour is offering MBA scholarships for U.S. and International Students. Check out the information and apply soon to become eligible for these awards: QS, organizers of the World MBA Tour,

Often times, we find students asking themselves – should I go for an MBA or for a Master in Management, or another related field? There are several considerations when making this decision. We will expose some of them to help you make the decision that will provide the most advantage in your particular case. Whether

The Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants – AIGAC is hosting the worldwide event Graduate Admissions Virtual Summit: “Discover how you can position your application for Success” Learn from Expert Graduate Admissions Counselors on how to get ahead of the game in Grad School Admissions. Our own EduPlan Principal, Claudine Vainrub, will be hosting the

By Claudine Vainrub, MBA and Principal of EduPlan With the passing of the healthcare bill, the topic of education has taken a second place in the minds of the Americans. However, there are interesting news regarding financial aid as this bill was merged with the health reform legislation. Although a more conservative version of the

Remember how Elle Woods from Legally Blond supposedly got into Harvard? She made a cool video of why she was perfect for law school. Well, it looks like life is imitating Hollywood because prestigious institutions like Tufts and Yale are accepting video submissions that are usually uploaded on youtube for the delight or despair of

Have you noticed that everyone seems to have a bio nowadays? Google the name of your favorite celebrity, visit their website and you’ll probably find a bio with his or her accomplishments, career beginnings, areas of expertise and much more. Well, you don’t have to be famous to sell yourself like a celebrity. The beauty

By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan With tuition rates on the rise, families question the value of a college education, while they dig deep in their pockets to make ends meet to provide opportunities to their offspring. As recently reported by the 2009 Trends in Higher Education report published by College Board, fees at public

By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan With the beginning of a new year, we make resolutions, think of our goals towards the future and hope for great things to come. One of the tools to make all things happen is a resume. It is a professional way to present ourselves and help others understand our

On December 2nd, Unigo and The Wall Street Journal are hosting a live webcast, called Inside the Admissions Office, with the Heads of Admissions from Princeton, U. Penn, Williams, Wesleyan, U. Vermont, Marquette, Grinnell and Bryn Mawr College.  It will be free and streamed from wsj.unigo.com, as part of Unigo’s new partnership with The Wall

Our weekly radio segment on the newest Grad School Student Statistics. How have they changed and what does this mean for U.S. and International Graduate School Applicants. Sorry folks, only En Espanol… Estadisticas de estudiantes de masters Nuestro segmento semanal radial con Eli Bravo acerca de las ultimas estadisticas de estudiantes entrando en programas de

What are the Types of Interview Questions and how to prepare to tackle them? The word “interview” comes from the French “entre” (between) and “voir” (to see). The role of the interview is to get a glimpse of a candidate beyond his or her physical appearance and resume. That’s why the interviewer asks all kinds

As reported by Inside Higher Ed, new grad school statistics show interesting information for this year’s graduate school candidates. Inside Higher Ed explains that for the first time in four years, the percentage of International Graduate Students entering graduate programs has not increased but flatted out. Every year for four years, this statistic grew, which

EduPlan and Claudine Vainrub provide analysis on the Cost of Higher Education, what changes to expect, how can parents prepare.

By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan What we call today “Elevator Pitch” is what once was a simple introduction. The term refers specifically to what you would say to someone about you and your added value if you were in an elevator with them for a minute, before getting to your floor. In today’s competitive

For students interested in completing high school courses not be offered at their high school, virtual high schools provide a great educational alternative. Here is some information on a new program, which you could be interested in, if you are looking for this option: The new school Youth Connections Charter School (YCCS) Virtual High School

Annie Le had everything going for her; a coveted education at Yale University, a fulfilling job, a beautiful life ahead of her. Her horrible death three days before her wedding, in the bathroom of a library at her Alma Mater, reminds us that although college crimes of this nature are rare, they do occur. Universities

A new testing database is available to students now. It provides a myriad of information, and best of all, free practice tests. The database counts with three free practice tests for the following: – ACT – SAT – GMAT – GRE – TOEFL and many others, including AP tests, FCATs and more. With the need

Many students are attracted by the prospect of being able to generate an income and take up a job immediately after high school. While a high school diploma was sufficient to land a decent job and keep it thirty years back, the situation has definitely changed in the current scenario. You can still find a

Financial aid has recently become a hotter topic in the mind of many more Americans, as we survive a recession. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel. We count with enhanced Government support, especially led by President Obama, who strongly advocates towards positive change in the field. Supporting Americans to achieve higher

Courtesy of industry leader Hobsons, we are now offering a college, grad school and international school search tool on our website. This system will help you search for universities and programs from undergraduate to graduate all over the world. We hope you find it very valuable in distinguishing educational options. The tool can be found

News for International Students Seeking College Admissions and How to Make the Best of them… As we enter the fall, many students prepare to begin the application process to enter colleges and universities in USA. If you’re a international student, this is a good time to consider applying to enter a college or university, in

Our weekly radio show with Eli Bravo, this time on the topic of Online Degrees – what to take under consideration when seeking an online education. Sorry folks, only in Spanish… Nuestro segmento radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM, acerca de educacion online – que debemos tomar en consideracion cuando buscamos programas

How to choose a College that will not Bankrupt me At this time of the year, seniors and even graduate admissions candidates are thinking about their college and graduate school options. Being that the economy has hit many of us hard this year, the choices might not seem as abundant as when our family income

When are applications due for MBA programs in USA? In this chart you can find the Application deadlines for several MBA Programs across the U.S. As more MBA dates become available, we hope to bring you this information. USA MBA Program Application Deadlines for 2009-2010 Full-Time MBA Program Round 1 Deadline Round 2 Deadline Round

SchoolSoup.com has posted a scholarship you do not want to miss. It frees some tuition money for online education. Now, beware of the institutions you might want to use it for, since degree mills are in abundance. Degree mills represent, in other words online universities that are not accredited by the U.S. Department of Education,

Our weekly show with Eli Bravo, this time on choosing another career. If you are seeking for a job, maybe you should consider a career change. The program talks about how to go about it and achieve this goal successfully. Sorry, only en Espanol… Nuestro segmento radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM,

What to look for and Is Online Education what you Want? By Claudine Vainrub, MBA and Principal of EduPlan Many adult learners who want to go back to school today consider online college programs. I know I did a few months back, as it was for me the only alternative to achieve a certification I