Monthly Archives: November 2012

The Eating Clubs at Princeton University

Posted on November 30, 2012 by reesesarahc

Eating Clubs are unique to Princeton University. They are a cross between a dining hall and a social club.  In some ways they are similar to fraternities and sororities.  One difference between eating clubs and fraternities and sororities is that … Continue reading →

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Princeton University

Posted on November 26, 2012 by reesesarahc

Did you know that Princeton University has a generous financial aid budget and meets full demonstrated need of its students?  There is no loan component for students who qualify for aid.  Check out our Facebook Page for more facts like this … Continue reading →

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MAKE YOUR INTERNSHIPS PAY

Posted on November 20, 2012 by reesesarahc

 All internships pay dividends, in one way or another.  Some help to confirm your career path by providing a reasonable facsimile of productive, real world experience in a controlled dosage. Others offer exposure that will make you want to turn … Continue reading →

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Parenting… Studies show… !

Posted on November 15, 2012 by reesesarahc

A recent New York Times Op Ed page reports on the conclusions of the Grant Study, which followed approximately 250 students from Harvard born in 1938 through their lifespans, with measuring/testing/interviews every several years. In the department of “Things That … Continue reading →

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OPTIMIZED EDUCATIONAL PLACEMENT

Posted on November 12, 2012 by reesesarahc

The process of finding one’s way into a boarding school or university can be undertaken with or without the support of outside expertise. For generations, families making such choices did nothing more than engage social prejudice: They sent their sons … Continue reading →

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How A Good Educational Consultant Can Save You Money

Posted on November 7, 2012 by reesesarahc

Many families hesitate before embarking on a relationship with a well-qualified educational consultant, concerned about taking on yet another college-related expense. In reality, strategic use of a consultant can actually save families money. Educational consultants who really know the ropes … Continue reading →

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Quality Jobs and Internships For Students

Posted on November 2, 2012 by reesesarahc

Most college bound and college age students with whom we work are eager to work, if only to have a reliable source of spending money.  Some have computer, athletic, or language skills that make them marketable.  By selling their own … Continue reading →

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