“College is what you make of it…” – advice and insights from a design major at Iowa State. Read about Nicholas Pieper’s freshman year experience with classes, professors, and social life.
College Spotlight on University of Minnesota Morris
Small town charm, caring professors and a sense of community add up to big success for Emily at Morris. Read about Emily’s freshman year experience at University of Minnesota, Morris.
The R-Word: Rejection Letters and Advice from a College Counselor
By Ryan Luse The dreaded R-word. I am not talking about a rat or a rattlesnake. It is something far worse. Everyone has experienced it, especially in high school. It can be dark, painful and downright unfair. When it comes to college selection, the R-word is – REJECTION. I truly love my job as a college counselor. I’m fortunate to …
College Spotlight on Williams College
Great advice from a freshman who LOVES Williams! Learn more about this small liberal arts college in Williams, Massachusetts.
College Spotlight on University of Denver
Looking for a mid-size college close to mountains and amazing skiing? Click here to learn about Haley’s freshman year experience at University of Denver in Denver, Colorado.
College Spotlight on Gettysburg College
Interested in US history, the Civil War, and living in historic surroundings? Click here to read about a freshman’s perspective at Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
The Intelligencer and Courier Times on SAT Scores
Sue shares her expertise on college admissions tests with a Pennsylvania news outlet.
College Spotlight on Loyola Marymount University
“Imagine waking up every morning to sunshine, a gentle breeze, and a view of all of LA from atop a bluff.” – Kaitlyn, a freshman at LMU. Thinking about going to college in CA? Read Kaitlyn’s sunny perspective on LMU.
SAT in August 2017
The College Board is offering SAT tests in August starting in 2017! Take a look at the College Board SAT Dates and Deadlines page for information on testing schedules.
College Spotlight on Washington University
Wondering what Washington University is like? Brandon, a freshman at Wash U can shed some light. Enjoy our newest College Spotlight – Washington University.
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Reasons to be Proud – Message to Seniors
iStockphoto.com As we help our seniors deal with denials and deferments, there are other reasons to be proud. One of our staff members had a letter to the editor published in Star Tribune on Dec. 26, 2015. She is an AP LIT teacher at a local high school.
A Visit to Furman University
By Sue Luse Location Furman University is located in Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from the Blue Ridge Mountains. The downtown is filled with traditional southern charm and has won awards for being one of America’s hottest emerging destinations and fastest growing cities. The revitalized downtown is home to quaint shops, boutiques, fabulous restaurants and a world-class collection of museums …
A Visit to Warren Wilson College
By Sue Luse Location Warren Wilson is located in Asheville, North Carolina, in the western North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Asheville is known for its vibrant arts scene and historic architecture. Its Downtown Art District is filled with galleries and museums. About Warren Wilson is a private four-year liberal arts work college. They are one of the few work colleges …
Finding A Private High School That’s The Right Fit
Sue Luse shares her expertise with Twin Cities Business on finding a private high school that’s the right fit.
A Visit To The University of North Carolina – Asheville
By Sue Luse Location Asheville is a city in western North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s known for its vibrant arts scene and historic architecture. Its Downtown Art District is filled with galleries and museums, and in the nearby River Arts District, former factory buildings house artists’ studios. UNC – Asheville is only a mile from town and has a …
A Visit to Bob Jones University
By Sue Luse Location Bob Jones University is located in Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from the Blue Ridge Mountains. The downtown is filled with traditional southern charm and has won awards for being one of America’s hottest emerging destinations and fastest growing cities. The revitalized downtown is home to quaint shops, boutiques, fabulous restaurants and a world-class collection of …
A Visit to Clemson
By Sue Luse Location Clemson University is located in Clemson, South Carolina, a college town that is small and rural. It lies in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and on the banks of Lake Hartwell. The nearest airport is in Greenville, South Carolina.X Academics Clemson has the perks of a big school but with small classes. There are …
A Visit to The Citadel – The Military College of South Carolina
By Sue Luse Location The Citadel is located about a mile from downtown Charleston. Known for its beautiful beaches, world-class cuisine and historic downtown, Charleston, South Carolina is the number one tourist destination in the US according to Conde Naste Traveler’s 2011-2014 rankings. Plenty to do in this city filled with southern charm, a friendly atmosphere and a unique culture. …
A Visit to the University of South Carolina
By Sue Luse Location USC is located in Columbia, South Carolina, which is the capital and largest city in South Carolina. Columbia is very scenic and lies at the confluence of the Saluda River and the Broad River,which merge to form the Congaree River. As with most of South Carolina, Columbia is known for it’s mild winters, early springs, warm …
A Visit to College of Charleston
By Sue Luse Location The College of Charleston is a beautiful, historic college located in one of the south’s most popular and charming cities! A coastal city, Charleston is home to three beautiful beaches including Folly Beach on James Island. The City of Charleston embraces the College of Charleston providing jobs and internships. Many of the faculty live close by. …
A Visit to Rice University
By Sue Luse Overview Rice University, a private university which leads in research, is located in Houston, Texas. A small and very diverse campus of 3,800 students, Rice provides rigorous coursework in various sciences as well as humanities & music. Competitive programs that are consistently top rated include engineering, architecture, pre-med, and pre-law. Undergraduate research both on and off campus …
A Visit to Hillsdale College
By Sue Luse History & Values Hillsdale College is an independent non-sectarian liberal arts college rich in history and tradition, located in rural southern Michigan. Founded in 1844 by a group of men and women of the Free Will Baptists, this small college prides itself on sound learning and maintaining independence. Hillsdale was the first American college to prohibit in …
Five Colleges Program
On May 18, 2015, admissions representatives from five of the Top 20 national liberal arts colleges made a special stop in the Twin Cities as part of the traveling Five Colleges Program. The staff of College Expert was present to collect and pass along pearls of information about Bowdoin College, Carleton College, Davidson College, Haverford College, and Vassar College. These …
Exploring Educational Excellence
Exploring Educational Excellence — a symposium hosted by Brown University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Rice University, and University of Chicago – recently stopped at the Radisson Blu in downtown Minneapolis. For the admissions representatives, it was a five-day, five-state tour originating in Chicago and ending in Detroit. These particular universities joined forces to reach a broad student-parent audience with their …
Coast to Coast College Tour
Admissions representatives from five of the Top 20 national universities in the U.S. – Dartmouth College, Northwestern University, Princeton University, UC Berkeley, and Vanderbilt University – recently came to Minneapolis as part of the Coast to Coast College Tour. Although geographically diverse, what these institutions have in common is a holistic admissions process in a highly selective environment. Each admissions …
Congratulations to the Class of 2015!
Dear Class of 2015, Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your college planning journey. Congratulations and all the best as you go off to college. Please keep in touch and let me know how your freshman year goes. Enjoy the summer! Sue Luse Click to enlarge
Why work with an independent educational consultant (IEC)?
Here are 12 key ways independent educational consultants support college-bound students. http://www.examiner.com/article/12-key-ways-independent-educational-consultants-support-college-bound-students
Reflections on the Class of 2015
The College Expert Team takes pride in staying up to date with news and trends in the college admissions world. We attend IECA and HECA conferences, visit multiple colleges each year, meet with college representatives, and take an active role in the community of Independent Educational Consultants. Through doing so, we are able to recommend the best possible list of …
Consumer Digest Report on Colleges and University Affordability
Sue Luse was recently interviewed by the editor-in-chief of Consumer Digest for the May/June 2015 report on colleges & universities and the affordability of attendance. The feature article can be accessed now if you are a subscriber to Consumer Digest. Otherwise, the article will be available to non-subscribers in July.
