Getting In: A College Coach Conversation

Admissions Stress and the High School Student


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Ask any high school junior how they're feeling, and the almost inevitable reply will be, Stressed. The root of much of that stress these days is college. Whether students are overloading themselves with coursework, overbooking themselves with extracurricular commmittments or simply worrying about it, the looming spectre of college is what can push them over the edge on a regular basis. Former teacher and Barnard admissions rep Kara Courtois will be with us to talk about some things students and parents can do to try to ease that pressure. Sally Ganga will be back to discuss gap years, including what they are, why students might consider them, and how they might impact college options. Former financial aid officer Laurie Peltier will offer thoughts on making a successful financial transition to college
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