DiscoverProf2Parent PodcastIs a college tour worth it? Are prestigious schools worth it? And how to write a college essay
Is a college tour worth it? Are prestigious schools worth it? And how to write a college essay

Is a college tour worth it? Are prestigious schools worth it? And how to write a college essay

Update: 2022-08-10
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Stuart and Jed start by examining the value of the popular "parent-child college road trip" and come up with good recommendations on how to make that trip a success. Then, they discuss prestigious universities and conclude they are important if you want to go to a top law or MBA program. Finally they give some great advice for writing your college essay.

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Is a college tour worth it? Are prestigious schools worth it? And how to write a college essay

Is a college tour worth it? Are prestigious schools worth it? And how to write a college essay

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