Family Forum: Balanced College List - What is it?

*For All Grades

Building a balanced college list isn't about published rankings and the popularity of a school, it is about solid research into the social, academic and financial fit of the schools you are exploring. In this presentation, we will define what a truly balanced list is and go over the factors you need to determine your likelihood of admission, including rank, rigor, GPA, test scores and more. We will also touch on college fit and why analyzing what is important to your scholar is a key component of successful list building. Appropriate for all grade levels.

PRESENTER:

Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed, GCDF

College Consultant Director

Access College America

Bonnie is a globally certified Career Development Facilitator who holds a Masters in Education and English. She has worked with students of all ages and backgrounds, and has a passion for helping students find careers that they love and the educational paths to get them there. She is the Managing Director of Advising for Access College America, a national provider for guidance with college planning based in Austin, Texas.