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Monthly Archives: May 2011

82. Is College Worth It?

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

     Now that the stress of college application/decision season has abated until next fall, it seems appropriate to ask, “Is college worth it?”  Hopefully, readers of SophisticatedStudent have noted that one of the things we try to do here is to promote excellence in all forms of endeavor – academics, music, art, community service, crafts, and the trades.  It [...]

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81. College Search and Preparation Recap

Friday, May 6, 2011

     A simple recap of previous posts that provide resources for those Sophisticated Students seeking to prepare themselves for college, for SAT or ACT tests, and for the long slog through researching colleges and whether they provide a “good fit” (thanks Sheri and Tricia):
Communication Skills Resources (test prep):
7. Communication Skills, Part 1: Grammar
14. Communication Skills, [...]

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80. College Waiting Lists

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

     So you endured college application season, and waited anxiously until the end of March to see which of your favorite schools were going to grace you with a coveted acceptance letter, only to discover that you were placed on a waiting list.  This has to be one of the most nerve-wracking experiences for Sophisticated Students.  What is [...]

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