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Patrick O'Connor (Author)
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May 25, 2007 1432705741 978-1432705749


You Have a Life-- You're Looking for a College

Many college guides talk about college as if the only way a student will ever become a person is if they find the right college. College is Yours in 600 Word or Less leads you through the maze of college selection with the simple, revolutionary idea that students already have great lives-- what they now need is a college where they can live that great life, and learn more about themselves and the world Join veteran counselor Patrick O'Connor on a reflective journey through the college selection process that will make you think, laugh, and understand more about yourself-- all in chapters that are 600 words or less.Si oportet, id facis

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From the Author

I wrote College is Yours in 600 Words or Less for three reasons: 1. Every student deserves good, affordable college counseling. My private clients ask the same basic questions about grades, SATs, and college applications. This information is important, but it was hard to feel good about charging a premium price for essential information. I wrote College is Yours to make that information available to everyone--and for readers who need more, there's an e-mail address where they can ask questions about their individual interests for free.

2. The time to fear applying to college is over. Most coverage of applying to college is about THE right college, and its residual effect has left students and families terrified. College is Yours was written to remind students and families the college selection process is about finding a college that's right for them, rather than trying to become someone who is worthy of getting into the "right" college as defined by someone else.

Reason 3 and much more is yours by clicking on "See All Editorial Reviews"--including sample chapters!

From the Back Cover

From test prep to community service to college essays, the trip to choosing a college can be a rough one. College mail, college rankings and college prep classes can make your world a pretty noisy place. And then there's Uncle Bob, who wants to know if you've picked a career yet--and you're still in high school.

You deserve a better plan.

College is Yours in 600 Words or Less doesn't start out there in the noise--it starts inside of you, with your thoughts, your skills and your way of looking at the world. You get 31 chapters of solid advice--the ground rules that inform you challenge you, and help you see what's possible--with every chapter coming in at 600 words or less. If you need some help along the way, there's a counselor waiting as you cruise the book; the online advice is solid, focused on you, and free.

If you think there's a smoother road to your future, hop in for a ride with an award-winning college guide who works at a school where students and teachers work together to make tomorrows that make awesome look puny.

College is yours!


Product Details

  • Paperback: 78 pages
  • Publisher: Outskirts Press (May 25, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1432705741
  • ISBN-13: 978-1432705749
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,017,299 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT advice - easy to read, December 11, 2007
This review is from: College is Yours in 600 Words or Less: The Roeper School College Handbook (Paperback)
My daughter and I both read this book and actually used a bunch of Patrick O'Connor's college admission tips. We really appreciated his experience, and I believe a couple of his creative ideas gave my daughter some extra admissions leverage (she was accepted by the Big 10 college of her choice within 7 days of sending her online application). Specifically, as a high school senior, my daughter used O'Connor's very helpful advice on:

--Application deadlines
--Essays
--Letters of recommendation
--Community Service
--Extracurricular Activities

We were aware of the college admission basics, but "College is Yours" gave my daughter some different angles and approaches to utilize on her essays and applications. The book is concise and exceptionally easy to use. The author is also available via email if you find yourself with a question not covered in his text--this is a man that knows his admissions process, and has the contacts for your further assistance, if needed!
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best college guide that I have ever read!, August 30, 2007
This review is from: College is Yours in 600 Words or Less: The Roeper School College Handbook (Paperback)
As a Psychologist specializing in work with adolescents I have to say that this is the best college counseling book that I have ever read. Although the cover carries the imprint of a specific school, the content is applicable to any college seeking student. Dr. O'Connor delivers great wisdom and insight in a way that is light, honest, funny, and not at all condescending. He truly gets to the essence of what choosing a college is REALLY about. I have recommended this book to many of the students and parents that I work with and everyone loves it. The chapter on how to talk to parents about college seems to be a big hit. It is my hope that college counselors everywhere will read this book and apply these principles when guiding students. A lot of stress, confusion, and regrettable choices could potentially be avoided.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read!, August 18, 2007
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My daughter, a senior in high school felt the need to share her thoughts about this book:
"After reading this outstanding book, not only did I know more about the college application process, but also more about what I needed to do! Well-written, and informative, this book really tells you all you need to know and more to put you ahead. Easy to relate to and navigate, I genuinely feel that this is one of the most useful books you can purchase, and is definitely worth every penny! It is a must buy!"
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