Jeanmarie Keller

Thinking About Out-Of-State Public Colleges? (Some things to consider before you do…

When it comes to choosing colleges, if you’re looking at Out-Of-State Public Colleges, you need to keep some things in mind and tread with care. Here’s why: When you are a non-resident student at these colleges, you are at a distinct disadvantage.Schol... Read >

Are You Putting Your Summer To Good Use?

Summer isn’t just for sitting by the pool. If you intend to go to college, how you spend your summer can influence your college options. Yes, by all means, have fun by the pool with your friends, but make your summers count, too. Take note, soon-to-be ... Read >

College Planning: 5 Steps To Overcome The “I Don’t Have The Time” Excuse

Does any of this sound familiar? "I have too much classwork/homework to do right now. I'll get to the college stuff later" "I have a big project/vacation/job/play production/sports season going on right now. I'll get to my college stuff after it's ove... Read >

Boost Your Chances Of Getting In To College: Your Timing Is Critical

If you’re looking to boost your chances to get into colleges you love, then timing is everything. Understanding the different types of admission will have a dramatic impact on your chances of getting in to the colleges you want most. There are seven di... Read >

Is Your Current College Plan Centered On Winning The Financial Aid Lottery?

When I met with them to discuss helping their third daughter, Patrick and Doreen were burned-out and cash-poor, having already put 2 older daughters through college with meager financial aid offers. “Frankly, the well is running dry," they said. Unfortu... Read >

Never Answer the ONE Question Colleges Will Always Ask You (if you want to get in)

Throughout the entire college process, colleges are trying to figure out whether or not a prospective student is a good fit for their campus. They are constantly asking interested students questions – at college fairs, informational sessions, on their web... Read >

College Admissions - How Your Current Plan Will Lead You to Mistakes That Will Cost You

I was hosting a live workshop recently and two of my attendees volunteered to share their current college admissions and financial aid plans. I was impressed that they each had one. It has stuck with me because they illustrated the common mistakes stud... Read >

Will You Be Memorable In The Over-stuffed Admissions Office?

“Welcome to Lake Wobegon, where all the women are strong, all the men are good-looking, and all the children are above average." Garrison Keillor “She’s undecided still about what she wants to do, but Jessica has a 3.8 GPA, she’s in the top 15 of her... Read >

College Advice for Parents: Be Careful Not To Take Over!

“If we parents try hard, we can get through this and still be on speaking terms with our eager and excited new college freshman. That may prove particularly useful if we need to express ourselves about the boy she brings home for Thanksgiving." Jay Matthe... Read >

The Key To College Success: Dream and Play Big!

The Psychopathology of the Average "If we want to know how fast a human being can run, then it is no use to average out the speed of a good "sample" of the population; it is far better to collect Olympic gold medal winners and see how well they can do.... Read >