Harvard Schmarvard: Getting Beyond the Ivy League to the College That Is Best for You
Book Details
Author(s)
Jay Mathews
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
ISBN / ASIN
0761536957
ISBN-13
9780761536956
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#607,346
Category
Study Aids
Marketplace
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Description
Smarten Up It's Time to Choose the Right College
Think that your life's growth, success, and happiness depend on which college you attend? The higher-profile school, the better, right? Wrong! Neither is true.
Written by, yes, a Harvard grad, Harvard Schmarvard rebuts the perception that image is everything when it comes to college and emphasizes this simple fact: What you will be measured by in life is your talent and energy, not your college's name. Packed with practical information and insider tips, this must-have guide will help you determine which school fits you. Inside, you'll find:
How to survive the application process without losing your sanity or sense of humor
Tips on writing essays, visiting campuses, and keeping cool during your college interviews
The truth about search letter scams and the early admissions game
Plus loads of other invaluable insight!
So take a deep breath and exhale your worries and fears. Let Harvard Schmarvard debunk the myths, expose you to the truth, and clear your mind so you can weigh what's really important.
Think that your life's growth, success, and happiness depend on which college you attend? The higher-profile school, the better, right? Wrong! Neither is true.
Written by, yes, a Harvard grad, Harvard Schmarvard rebuts the perception that image is everything when it comes to college and emphasizes this simple fact: What you will be measured by in life is your talent and energy, not your college's name. Packed with practical information and insider tips, this must-have guide will help you determine which school fits you. Inside, you'll find:
How to survive the application process without losing your sanity or sense of humor
Tips on writing essays, visiting campuses, and keeping cool during your college interviews
The truth about search letter scams and the early admissions game
Plus loads of other invaluable insight!
So take a deep breath and exhale your worries and fears. Let Harvard Schmarvard debunk the myths, expose you to the truth, and clear your mind so you can weigh what's really important.
