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Summary: Guide isn't geared toward those in the Arts
Review: How to Go To College Almost for Free is a self absored autobiogrpahy of a young man with great grades, great writing skills, parents that supported his goals and a timeline of how he made $90,000 through his application for scholarships that he won through essays and contest. Hooray for him.But those wanting a career in the arts will find this book worthless. He has the nerve to tell the artist how they need to get involved in more activities so they won't seem so one-sided in just their talent. What Benjamin R. Kaplan needs to realize is that those wanting to be a professional in Musical Theater, Theater, Dance, Art or anyother artistic endevour needs to practice and focus on their craft because this is what they will be auditioning with to receive their acceptance into the school of their choice and their financial aid packet with grants and scholarships.They are not going to receive a merit scholarship unless they have talent. It's true, the artist may not have time to write essays and do the things Benjamin R. Kaplan did, but that's okay. The Artist will find a way to go to college through a different avenue.Also they give you two e-mail address if you have questions and tried them both and nver did receive a reply. Bottom line is this book is no different then anyother scholarship information book. Stay away from it, especially if your an artist.
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Summary: Is there anything higher than 5 stars?
Review: this book is really, really, really good. i'm certain you'll get a lot out of it too. i read it after my guidance counselor told me about it and boy am i glad i did. i've already one several scholarships in my community, and like the author says i'm going to keep applying. get this book and start applying too!
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Summary: Wow
Review: Love this book. My daughter is in High School and after reading this book I would encourage every owner of a Jr. High student to read this book now. Think of the interest you will save and can instead invest in the family camping trips! Yeah!
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Summary: This book is just what I needed
Review: This book has been so helpful. Much, much better than a bunch of other scholarship books I bought on amazon. I liked it so much I have purchased several copies to give as gifts to friends and relatives. I suggest getting a copy for yourself.
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Summary: Terrific Information and Very Well Written
Review: I heard the author on the radio and decided to get the book, and boy am I glad I did. It really puts all this scholarship information right at my fingertips. Why didn't my counselor tell me about all of this good stuff? The book has tons of information on every aspect of the topic, and is actually quite fun to read (the author has a sense of humor). You definitely want to get this book.
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Summary: Recommended all the way
Review: I have found this book to be of enormous help in finding and winning scholarships. What separates it from any other book out there is that it doesn't just offer common sense tips, but really takes you step by step through all the insider stuff. I recommend this book all the way.
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Summary: Awesome book!
Review: If you want to go to college and can only get one book, GET THIS BOOK. It's super informative and a great read too. Two thumbs way up!
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Summary: Only get this if you are in High School or less
Review: If you have finished high school, I wouldn't suggest you get this book. It is mainly aimed for students who are just about to start a life in high school and have their lives ahead. It talks about what students can do to improve their grades and participate in activities so that they would have something to write in their scholarship applications. Furthermore, it also promotes ideas in ways you can get recommendation letters. In high school, there are a lot of ways to do that, but when you have already graduated from HS, it is very limited. The book does have a few good pointers, which is why I made it a 2 star, but you have probably haver heard it before. It's just said in another way. I can only wish that there was a place I could have borrowed this book. It wasn't worth my money being spent on. Maybe if it had cost me 3-5 bucks, then we're talking.
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Summary: Recommended
Review: As a parent of three kids approaching college age I need all the help I can get. This book was helpful to say this least. I read it myself and gave it to my kids to read it too. The fact that all of us got a lot out of it says a lot. I suggest this book for parents as well as students.
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Summary: Comprehensive
Review: The author did a really good job with this book. Very complete chapters on how to find scholarships and equally complete chapters on how you fill out essays, forms, etc. Really good information and especially good examples. I give it five stars.
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