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It's the Student, Not the College: The Secrets of Succeeding at Any SchoolWithout Going Broke or Crazy Paperback – April 7, 2015

by Kristin M. White (Author)

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The future is in your hands—not Harvard's

TO: All students wondering “Can I get into my dream college?”
CC: All parents wondering “Can we afford it?”
FROM: Educational consultant Kristin M. White

MEMO: COLLEGE RANKINGS DON’T MATTER. This claim might sound crazy, but it’s true: Research shows that where you go to school makes little difference to future financial success or quality of life—personal qualities such as ambition, perseverance, and a sense of purpose are all more important.

Kristin M. White has helped hundreds of parents and students look beyond the dream-school hype and focus on what’s most important. Now, in It’s the Student, Not the College, she shows how to avoid unrepayable debt and set yourself up to grow, excel, and enjoy yourself at any school.

Instead of obsessing over GPA cutoffs and SAT scores, students will learn how to build a personal “Success Profile”—by adopting the traits that help stellar students make the grade in school and life. Plus . . .

Why what you do in school counts more than where you go
14 surefire ways to develop your Success Profile as a student and beyond
Criteria to consider when choosing a college
How to find a good fit for your family’s finances
And tips for graduating career-ready and landing a great first job.

Expensive, elite colleges have too much sway over the minds and bank accounts of students and parents. It’s the Student, Not the College breaks that stranglehold—and reveals the real secrets of success.

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Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: The Experiment (April 7, 2015)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1615192379
ISBN-13: 978-1615192373
Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #61,980 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #41 in Books > Education & Teaching > Schools & Teaching > Counseling > Academic Development
- #55 in Books > Education & Teaching > Higher & Continuing Education > College Guides

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Debunks the Myths and Sets Students on a Solid Path to Success

By Richard Helmling on April 12, 2015

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As the parent of a high school overachiever, thoughts of college (and nightmares about tuition and debt) have started creeping into more and more of our days and nights. It's the Student, Not the College does a fantastic job of helping teenagers and parents adjust their thinking about this rite of passage, debunking the myths about the race to get into the most selective schools with solid research and grounded advice.

White establishes that Ivy League acceptance is no magical ticket to some nirvana of six figure salaries and caviar parties. The first section of the book helps parents and kids understand that how the student prepares for college is far more important than the name of the school that ends up on a resumé. Understanding this--possibly earth-shattering--fact helps prepare students for the practical, point-by-point guide that makes up the heart of It's the Student, Not the College: how to build a success profile.

This success profile is less a map to traversing the college entrance minefield, and more a total guide to building a student's academic and professional identity. It's the Student, Not the College provides innumerable insights into both what colleges look for and how students can reshape their habits and goals to make the most out of high school, college, and even early career moves.

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A Great Guide To Success In High School And College

By Alan Houston TOP 500 REVIEWER on April 15, 2015

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Kristin White has written a wonderful book on how to select a college that matches your goals, personality: how to find the perfect fit. And, Ms. White describes the attitudes and learning style that will ensure success at any college, and in life after college.

There is a myth, exploited by many expensive private college admissions counselors, that there are only about 20 colleges in America worth attending, and a young person's life is ruined if they do not attend one of those 20 colleges. In fact, America has hundreds of high quality colleges, and a student who works hard at any of them will be successful in their chosen field.

I wish every 9th grader in America and their parents would read this book and take it to heart. The students who DO read this book and use the attitudes and techniques Ms. White describes will do well in high school and do well in college and in life.

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Helpful to Hear From a Professional

By sean p schickedanz on April 28, 2015

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This book is a practical, smooth read with a compelling argument that "fit" (in more ways than one) overrides the current mania for elitism brand name higher education. The author points to the soaring cost of the Ivies+ which tells how much our social fabric is valuing those credentials. But do they translate to success? Happiness? Surely right now the numbers show that demand is outstripping supply. I found this insider look into the process insightful.

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Buy this book.

By John E. Lawlor on April 5, 2015

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Better than the hard cover that just showed up on the Times bestsellers list from an accomplished and experienced author. Save your money on that book and, more importantly, on the biggest decision of your son/daughter's life.

Been through it twice (getting kids into colleges). Wish I had this resource then.

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Great book!!!

By Amazon customer on April 5, 2015

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This book is a must read for all parents and students. It offers a fresh prospective into choosing a college that is right for you. Having gone through this experience myself not too long ago I can surely say all the information in this book truly helps you succeed!

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As a college student, I really wish that I ...

By Kathleen W Cooke on April 5, 2015

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As a college student, I really wish that I had the opportunity to read this a few years ago, yet it also provides helpful tools that anyone can use moving forward in their careers.

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The case studies provide a great insight into pathways to college and beyond

By Amazon customer on April 5, 2015

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The case studies provide a great insight into pathways to college and beyond. Have a child soon to be in the college process. This book will offer new perspectives.

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Highly recommend

Outstanding book. Going through the college process right now and this was a great read and has really made myself and my parents much more comfortable.

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Really useful book with actionable ideas

This book is more than theory, and provides an action plan, really useful ideas, and things my kids can start working on right now.

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Compelling book! Very informative for parents/student going through the painstaking college search. Ms. White makes sense of the whole process. Highly recommend!

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