8 First Choices: An Expert's Strategies for Getting into College

by Joyce Slayton Mitchell

Written within an educational framework, this handbook offers general guidance to help students do a self-assessment and select the top eight colleges that are the strongest fit for them. Establishing readers as anthropologists, students will learn to observe 20 campus cultures, assess each one, and research their options in American higher education. Additionally, it offers several basic assumptions that are contrary to common knowledge about getting into college. Written by a college counselor with decades of experience, this guide offers insight into the college admissions process and allows students to hone in on the schools that are right for them.

Genres: Nonfiction

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Tessa (Taylor's Version) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well written, comprehensive, gentle. Helpful I think, mostly pretty straightforward advice.

[Jack · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely invaluable reading for any parent (or godparent / surrogate) considering the daunting task of Getting Your Kid Into College. As we now are, with our godson. Straightforward, insightful, with loads of seriously practical tips and observations for surviving what for many is the most stressful decision they will ever face. I immediately texted my brother to advise him to get a copy stat.

[Angie · Rating 1 out of 5]

Wish I had this book when I was younger! Joyce Slayton Mitchell tells you how it is -- college admissions demystified once and for all.

[Kristin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best book I’ve read about the college admissions process- and I’ve read many!