Get into Any College: Secrets of Harvard Students (Get into Any College, 3rd Ed)

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Summary: My counselor recommended this book and I do too!
Review: Outstanding. What was different about this book was that it gave practical advice that I could actually use. I used the advice for writing my applications and essays. Before reading this book, I had no idea what to expect in my college applications, and I didn't have a clue about what to write for my essay. Get Into Any College had examples of applications and essays, which really helped me see what to do. The book also helped me be less nervous for my interviews. I had no idea that you could practice for your college interviews.

I also liked that it was written in a friendly way. The authors didn't talk down to me. It was interesting to read about their personal experiences and about the mistakes that other students have made. It made me feel better that I wasn't an expert on getting into college and that if I made a mistake it wouldn't be the end of the world.

My counselor recommended this book to me, and I recommend it to any seniors who have questions about how to apply to college. I've read other books, and this is the best because it really gave me information I could use.

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Summary: My counselor recommended this book and I do too!
Review: Outstanding. What was different about this book was that it gave practical advice that I could actually use. I used the advice for writing my applications and essays. Before reading this book, I had no idea what to expect in my college applications, and I didn't have a clue about what to write for my essay. Get Into Any College had examples of applications and essays, which really helped me see what to do. The book also helped me be less nervous for my interviews. I had no idea that you could practice for your college interviews.

I also liked that it was written in a friendly way. The authors didn't talk down to me. It was interesting to read about their personal experiences and about the mistakes that other students have made. It made me feel better that I wasn't an expert on getting into college and that if I made a mistake it wouldn't be the end of the world.

My counselor recommended this book to me, and I recommend it to any seniors who have questions about how to apply to college. I've read other books, and this is the best because it really gave me information I could use.

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Summary: This is the only book I've read that tells it like it is.
Review: There are a lot of books on this subject, but Get Into Any College is a true stand out. It gives great advice to students and is not afraid to reveal how the admissions process really works.

My son read this book from cover to cover and kept referring back to it during his college applications. The many examples and tips came in handy especially while he was writing his essay.

I enjoyed the chapter for parents but wish there was a little more since this book is really written for students. It even has a before-you-are-a-senior section with tips on how to prepare.

This is one book we will keep and pass on to others in our family who will need it soon. I'm so glad someone has written a book that does not fool around and gives students what they need to get into their dream college. Bravo!

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Summary: AMAZING!!!
Review: This book got me a scholorship into Harvard University!! The tips listed and preparation techniques were helpful as well as clear and detailed. If you don't get this book, you are missing out on a book which guarantees your success by almost 100%! I strongly recommend this book to anyone applying to university or college. This book is a must read!!!!!

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Summary: Unprofessional, Unusable, and Undeniably Arrogant
Review: This book is an absolute chore to get through. While providing some useful information, its novel-like length and structure make it incredibly impractical for the average college bound high-school senior/junior. Most of use would rather NOT stay up until 4 AM reading a college guide when life and school are priorities. It seems incredible that anyone credits this book with getting them a "scholarship" to Harvard, which does NOT offer "scholarships", but only need based financial aid. In an case, a college guide should be concise and insightful, not long-winded and arrogant. To spend more time laboring through a guide than on writing or sleeping seems frivolous and senseless. To any parents or students looking for a solid, easy-to-use guide to the college admissions process, this "guide" is certainly NOT the answer!

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Summary: Excellent book! Couldn't put it down! READ IT!!
Review: This book was absolutely spectacular. It explained everything from the way to write an essay to the admissions interview. I recommend this book to anyone applying for college or university. In two words: READ IT!!!!!!!!!!

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Summary: They are the Michael Jordan(s) of College Admission
Review: This is an unusual and excellent book on the subject. It was written by two very young adults who recently went through this grueling college admission process and succeeded beyond anyone wildest dreams. Indeed, the two coauthors were accepted to every school they applied including Harvard and all the other Ivy League schools. They also won over $100,000 in merit based scholarships. So, these guys are unquestionably the champs of the college admission game. They are the Michael Jordan of the college admission set.

They show you how they did it. Essentially, it is by leaving much less to chance than any of the other applicants. They show a level of readiness, preparedness, thoroughness, and maturity that is uncanny. Their attitude and methodology will make you not only successful in your college admission process, but in business, and life.

One of the keys is to realize that success is dependent on both quantitative factors (GPAs, test scores) and qualitative factors (extracurricular achievements, essays, and evaluations). In most aspect in life this is also true; you need a good mix of IQ and EQ to succeed. The authors actually make a case that the essay may be the most important part of the application. They state that in terms of getting into the top schools, a great essay can make up for a mediocre GPA (anything is relative, I think we are talking about a 3.4 GPA). But, an excellent GPA (4.0) can not make up for a poor essay. Evaluations are also critical. Again, the authors leave very little to chance, and show you a neat way to make your recommenders write you first class evaluations (give them a banzai resume, show them an article on writing recommendation, etc...).

This is the first book I read on this subject. And, `Get Into College' has set the bar extremely high for all other books on this subject.

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Summary: They are the Michael Jordan(s) of College Admission
Review: This is an unusual and excellent book on the subject. It was written by two very young adults who recently went through this grueling college admission process and succeeded beyond anyone wildest dreams. Indeed, the two coauthors were accepted to every school they applied including Harvard and all the other Ivy League schools. They also won over $100,000 in merit based scholarships. So, these guys are unquestionably the champs of the college admission game. They are the Michael Jordan of the college admission set.

They show you how they did it. Essentially, it is by leaving much less to chance than any of the other applicants. They show a level of readiness, preparedness, thoroughness, and maturity that is uncanny. Their attitude and methodology will make you not only successful in your college admission process, but in business, and life.

One of the keys is to realize that success is dependent on both quantitative factors (GPAs, test scores) and qualitative factors (extracurricular achievements, essays, and evaluations). In most aspect in life this is also true; you need a good mix of IQ and EQ to succeed. The authors actually make a case that the essay may be the most important part of the application. They state that in terms of getting into the top schools, a great essay can make up for a mediocre GPA (anything is relative, I think we are talking about a 3.4 GPA). But, an excellent GPA (4.0) can not make up for a poor essay. Evaluations are also critical. Again, the authors leave very little to chance, and show you a neat way to make your recommenders write you first class evaluations (give them a banzai resume, show them an article on writing recommendation, etc...).

This is the first book I read on this subject. And, 'Get Into College' has set the bar extremely high for all other books on this subject.

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Summary: A "must" for any prospective college student
Review: Written by Harvard graduates, Get Into Any College: Secrets Of Harvard Students reveals the secret of why every college that they applied to accepted them without delay. In a time of increasingly competitive tests, standards, and petitions to enter the most prestigious colleges, the newly updated second edition of Get Into Any College is more valuable than ever. Its strategies will help a prospective college applicant bolster SAT and ACT scores (the authors used these techniques to raise their own SAT scores by over 100 points), find more scholarships, and improve writing skills through a 5-step essay workshop. With special strategies for parents to help their high school children get a head start, and specific advice for transfer, international, athlete and adult students, Get Into Any College is a "must" for any prospective college student who wants to ensure that he or she will attend the best possible educational institution!