by Venkates Swaminathan | Sep 29, 2019 | College Admissions, College Selection, Freshman, Junior, LifeLaunchr, Senior, Sophomore |
Visiting colleges can be expensive. Between airfare or gas, hotel rooms, rental cars, parking and food, you could end up spending thousands of dollars. So before you fly, travel in the virtual world. College virtual tours can be a great way to screen colleges and find your fit.
by Venkates Swaminathan | Aug 28, 2019 | Coalition Application, College Admissions, College Selection, Essay Writing, Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore |
The Coalition Application is one of the biggest changes in the college application process this year. Here's what it means for you.
by Venkates Swaminathan | Jun 29, 2019 | College Admissions, College Selection, Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore |
The key to making a good college list is to focus on finding colleges that are good fits, rather than chasing after the highest ranked one. Most rankings are arbitrary and don’t reflect an institution's true educational quality. Focus on finding an authentic balance: of likelihood, cost, earnings, educational program, culture, and other factors.
by Venkates Swaminathan | Feb 2, 2019 | College Admissions, College Application, College Selection, Financial Aid, Junior, Scholarships, Senior |
College is a consequential decision, and the admissions process can be complex and stressful. To give families a head start, we at LifeLaunchr compiled this selection of insider tips from college admissions counselors in the country – people who have helped thousands of students find and get into great-fit schools.
by Venkates Swaminathan | Aug 6, 2018 | College Admissions, College Selection, Essay Writing, Financial Aid, Junior, Senior |
An experienced college admissions coach can be critical to help students and families navigate the process, set priorities, and achieve better outcomes.
by Venkates Swaminathan | May 18, 2017 | College Admissions, College Selection, Freshman, Junior, Scholarships, Senior, Sophomore |
Parents I speak to often ask "What's the best university to study engineering?" or "Where is the best place for my daughter to study biomedicine?" There are many ways to answer this question. The answer I always give is: "It depends on your child." I tell them to focus on fit, not rank.
