Monthly Archives: May 2013

What does it mean for a college to be need-blind and meet full-need? – Thoughts on financing education and the value of a college degree

Posted on May 31, 2013 by

Most families and students are not only faced with the question, “Can I get into my college of choice?” but also, “Can I afford to attend that college?”  President of Iowa’s Grinnell College, Dr. Raynard Kingston discusses where his college … Continue reading →

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University of Louisville

Posted on May 28, 2013 by

Most people who associate University of Louisville with its prowess in the NCAA men’s basketball prowess might be surprised to know that it is a state-supported research university founded in 1798.  The 22,293 graduates and undergraduates may choose among twelve … Continue reading →

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Let’s Dispel Some Myths About Johns Hopkins University – Myth #2

Posted on May 22, 2013 by

Besides being incorrectly characterized as a “city school” by some, Hopkins is also misperceived still, by others, as a “pre-med factory.” Indeed, Hopkins boasts a strong and popular pre-med program, with thirty of its top senior majors assured of slots … Continue reading →

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Let’s Dispel Some Myths About Johns Hopkins University – Myth #1

Posted on May 20, 2013 by

IESolutions recently visited Johns Hopkins, located in the city of Baltimore but with a campus that would rival many of its suburban peers. Situated on the northern edge of the city, the campus is surrounded on one side with an … Continue reading →

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Looking to Streamline and Organize the College Application Process? – Basic overview of the IESolutions Student Portal

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

Education is an investment of time and resources.  The options in education are extensive and there are pros and cons to each option.  Once a family decides what they want and need as far as education, there is the hurdle … Continue reading →

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What are my chances of getting into and receiving merit aid from the college of my choice?

Posted on May 15, 2013 by

Wondering what your chances are of getting into and receiving merit aid from the college of your choice?   The Competitive Student Quotient (CSQ), is instrumental in providing this information.  We offer each student who works with an Informed Educational Solutions … Continue reading →

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Paying for College

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

On May 7, 2013 Carter P. Reese, Executive Director, Informed Educational Solutions featured in the segment:  Paying for College on WBEZ radio. For more of Informed Educational Solutions in the news, see our Press Page Related articles Shaky Collegiate Finances Impact Higher … Continue reading →

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College is an Investment: Match School and Student Personality Types and College Affordability to Find the “Best Fit” School

Posted on May 9, 2013 by

Find your Best Fit College or University with our unique personality type and affordability match process. Personality Survey: Find My Spark Survey (FMS) Every student and every college has a unique personality. When the two are in sync, the college … Continue reading →

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Wishing there were a less-overwhelming way to get through the college search and application process?

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

 Informed Educational Solutions has added the interactive cutting-edge MyCCA college counseling software to our client offerings.  Students and parents working with an IESolutions counselor have access to the enormous data sharing and tailored analysis afforded by MyCCA. Below is an … Continue reading →

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More Details on “Shwarzman Scholars” at Tsinghua University

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

The all-new Schwarzman Scholars program will be housed in a new facility designed for the purpose at Tsinghua University, Schwarzman College.  Robert A.M. Stern, architect and dean of the Yale School of Architecture is designing the building. We quote from … Continue reading →

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