Testimonials for the fifth edition

“From selectivity to testing, rankings, and beyond—the authors explain the nuances and complexities of today’s application process. Students and families who want to demystify the ever-changing college admissions process will find this guide invaluable.”

“Clear, comprehensive, strategic and wise, this is by far the best how-to guide to college admissions anywhere. This is a gift from four exceptionally knowledgeable authors to make the admission process interesting and less daunting.”

“This book is a ‘must-have’ resource for any college counseling office as well as for any family going through the process. Admission Matters is the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to college admissions in an easy to digest format.”

“Admission Matters is based on decades of experience and will reduce the anxiety of both the student and their family as they navigate the college search process. This book is worth its weight in gold!”

“Admission Matters is the most comprehensive, detail oriented, big-picture focused book on college admissions that I have read in my 45-year career in higher education. The authors take the mystery out of admissions, giving great advice to students and parents with the goal of turning a stressed-filled process into one that makes sense and that can be easily managed.”

“When some of the wisest folks in college counseling get together to offer comprehensive, current, and practical advice–take it. This is a must have resource.”

“Admission Matters is a straightforward approach to everything you need to take the mystery and stress out of the college search process.”

“Are you in search of a comprehensive guide to the often-changing college admission process written by professionals who possess extensive, relevant experi ence? If so, Admission Matters is the book you need to read.”

“This is a remarkable compendium of admission practices, principles, and advice. The authors’ expertise and wisdom are indispensable in getting you where you want to go: finding a college that fits academically, socially, and financially.”

“All parents and students going into the college search and selection process should read this book. The section on working with students in the performing and visual arts cannot be found in most publications of this kind. I’m so glad that this resource is available to creative students.”

“Navigating the road to higher education and the process of applying to college is a challenging process for both high school students and their parents. Practical, thoughtful, credible, and intuitive, Admissions Matters is my go-to reference for all things college admission related.”

"Students today face a very different college admissions landscape than their parents did, and having a guide like this to help navigate the process is important to help alleviate uncertainty and outright confusion.”

“Admission Matters brings clarity to a process that feels increasingly unpredicta- ble and opaque. Leveraging years of experience, the authors adroitly present the myriad issues in a way that is comprehensive without being dense.”

"A much-anticipated update to an indispensable fixture in college counseling.”

“This book provides families with valuable insight on admissions, while recog- nizing the anxiety associated with the frenzy that currently exists. It does not assume that the audience understands admissions jargon but gives all students, particularly those who are the first ones in their family to go to college (like I was), a clearer understanding of the admissions process.”

“Admission Matters fifth edition dissects the many changes students are facing as they navigate the quagmire of college admissions. Well done.”