College Admission: How To Get Into Your Dream School — Real Students, Real Stories
College Admission: How to Get Into Your Dream School—Real Students, Real Stories is a how-to guide for college-bound students and their families filled with personal, relevant guidance and useful information in the college search and application process. Students who have successfully joined the ranks of their dream schools share their own journeys and first-hand experiences that led them to college acceptance. Expert advice, tips, and pitfalls from high school counselors, college admissions officers, and the author’s own observations in working with thousands of high school scholars provide an equal level of hope for all students as they identify and apply to their dream schools. Real stories and essay samples from real students pursuing a wide range of school options—from community colleges to the Ivy League—are what set this book apart. It is a relatable and rich resource for anyone looking to find his or her best-fit college or university.
What Readers Are Saying
James Lewis’s book “College Admission: Real Students, Real Stories” about current students and their experiences in high school and during the college admissions process is a wonderful and important addition to helpful resources at a time that too often is filled with angst.
– Nancy T. Beane Former President of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
- "As a second-year college student, the tips and essays in this book are definitely some to keep in mind for graduating high school students! The stories these students tell are really inspiring and bring me back to the time when I was in their place applying for colleges. This book is a great resource to utilize and a great read." Patrick C. Daniel
- "This book nails it. Perfect all in one resource for finding and getting into your ideal college. Everything I needed was in here." Jason Rubin
- "Most important to know is how going on the correct path for college! This book gives you a lot of pointers and also advice on how to handle the college process and not to stress! The stories from actual students helps with the fears and concerns that will make you feel confident in applying to the school of your dreams." Vance Ace