Pamela Kwartler, M.A.
Mar 8, 2019
"Demonstrate Interest" Different Ways
Some colleges make a point of saying that they don't follow demonstrated interest. Still, that doesn't mean you shouldn't get on their...
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Pamela Kwartler, M.A.
Nov 29, 2018
Which College Received Nearly 100,000 Applications This Year?
What makes UCLA such a draw for students from all over the world? (It's 12% international.) Those who are lucky enough to be admitted...
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Pamela Kwartler, M.A.
Nov 25, 2018
FROM IECA: WHAT COLLEGES LOOK FOR IN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
This ranked list is based on a 2018 nationwide survey of IECA member Independent Educational Consultants Just as every college is...
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Pamela Kwartler, M.A.
Sep 13, 2018
IECA Insights Article
I have mixed feelings about standardized testing. I disagree with the use of GPA as the only measure of a student's college readiness or...
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Pamela Kwartler, M.A.
Jan 9, 2018
Summer Engineering/Robotics programs
From my colleagues at IECA, a great list of programs for the future engineer or anyone who would like to learn more about "how things...
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Pamela Kwartler, M.A.
Dec 8, 2017
Like to Catch “Arachnophoria?”
Imagine a college that offers you $4,000 to pursue your dream project or internship. It’s the home of the first school of leadership...
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Big Future, College Board
Jan 12, 2017
Colleges with Later Application Deadlines
It's not too late! The list below shows colleges with application deadlines of January 15 or later. It includes colleges that use a...
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