College Insights
How you college is much more vital to college success than where you college. Less than 1/2 of college students graduate in 4 years, and about 25% of them drop out completely before graduating. The vast majority of these students drop out because they’ve faced a significant challenge, be it a difficult professor, a failed class, a bad relationship, doubt about their major, etc., and they didn’t have the coping skills to successfully resolve the problem(s) they faced.
This blog will feature articles, research, and commentary related to academic success, whether in high-school or college, and how students can prepare themselves to succeed at any college and effectively respond to and resolve the challenges they will undoubtedly face.
What Really Makes a School “Good”?
A school’s reputation doesn’t always tell the full story. Learn how to evaluate what truly makes a college “good” by looking beyond rankings to factors like student outcomes, academic quality, financial value, and campus support.
How to Decide on a College: A Data-Driven Approach
Struggling to choose the right college? Learn how to compare your options using key factors like academics, costs, career outcomes, and personal fit. Make a confident decision with a data-driven approach.
Evaluating First Year Experience (FYE) Programs
Discover how First-Year Experience (FYE) programs can ease the college transition, offering academic, social, and emotional support to boost student success.
Matching Student Characteristics to Learning Environments
Explore strategies for aligning individual student traits with optimal learning environments to enhance educational outcomes.
A Better Way to Search for Colleges
Learn effective methods for college search, focusing on personalized fit over traditional rankings to find the best educational match.
Why You Should Be Skeptical of College Rankings
Examine the impact of college rankings on education, including their influence on institutional decisions and student choices.
Stress-less College Success
Learn effective techniques to reduce the stress of college applications and promote a calm sense of urgency, paving the way for a successful and better experience.
Outcomes Focused College Search
Shift your college search strategy to prioritize institutions with strong outcomes, ensuring a return on investment and alignment with your career goals.