Author: Kevin Newton
After pursuing his dream master's degree at the University of London, Kevin Newton found himself spending as much time helping friends find ways to pursue degrees in Europe as he did working. To that end, he founded An Education Abroad to help other American high school students realize the advantages of earning degrees in Europe. To learn more, follow him on Twitter @BA_abroad or visit www.aneducationabroad.com.
Could Class Ranking Help Your Child’s Application?
Kevin Newton- July 6, 2021 0As the current pandemic calls the role of standardized tests into question at many colleges across the country, other data points for applicants are being ... Read More
Start Here for Everything You Need to Know About Admissions and Financial Aid
Kevin Newton- June 15, 2021 0Deciding where to go to college, and how to pay for it, are two of the most important decisions that someone will make in their ... Read More
To Declare or Not to Declare a Major: Does it Matter?
Kevin Newton- May 27, 2021 0Wondering whether your student should declare a major when applying to college? You’re in good company. In a presentation with R2C founder Debbie Schwartz, Rebecca ... Read More
Which Is Better: AP or IB?
Kevin Newton- May 18, 2021 0For high school students who are interested in exploring a given topic at the college level, a number of different options are available. Dual enrollment ... Read More
Is Test Prep Necessary in a Test-Optional World?
Kevin Newton- May 4, 2021 0Chances are that few letters strike more fear into your child’s heart than ACT or SAT. For decades, these standardized tests have played the role ... Read More
Why You Should Research a College’s Career Service Center Before Enrolling
Kevin Newton- April 29, 2021 0There’s a lot to consider when helping your child make the best possible decision on where to go to college. From majors offered to Greek ... Read More
Division 3 Athletic Scholarships and Your Student-Athlete
Kevin Newton- April 22, 2021 0If you are the parent of a serious student-athlete, then chances are you’re becoming familiar with the scholarship policies of schools at various levels of ... Read More
QuestBridge Scholarship—The Ultimate Need-Based Aid
Kevin Newton- April 15, 2021 0For families with low incomes, the stress of paying for college can be intimidating. This is even more true for families whose children may be ... Read More
College Admissions Numbers in 2021: Looking to 2022
Kevin Newton- April 9, 2021 0No other years in recent history have been as seismic in their impact on college admissions, and indeed education as a whole, as 2020 and ... Read More
A Well-Thought-Out College List: How to Narrow Down Which Schools to Apply To
Kevin Newton- April 1, 2021 1With thousands of colleges throughout the United States, beginning the college search process can be bewildering. Chances are it is just a matter of time ... Read More