Could Class Ranking Help Your Child’s Application?

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.

Articles by Kevin

Could Class Ranking Help Your Child’s Application?

Could Class Ranking Help Your Child’s Application?

July 6, 2021

 Class ranking has a number of the same uses as standardized tests in determining the relative performance of your child,…

Start Here for Everything You Need to Know About Admissions and Financial Aid

Start Here for Everything You Need to Know About Admissions and Financial Aid

June 15, 2021

Deciding where to go to college and how to pay for it are two of the most important decisions students…

To Declare or Not to Declare a Major: Does it Matter?

To Declare or Not to Declare a Major: Does it Matter?

May 27, 2021

Wondering whether your student should declare a major when applying to college? You’re in good company. In a presentation with…

Which Is Better: AP or IB?

Which Is Better: AP or IB?

May 18, 2021

For high school students who are interested in exploring a given topic at the college level, a number of different…

Is Test Prep Necessary in a Test-Optional World?

Is Test Prep Necessary in a Test-Optional World?

May 4, 2021

Chances are that few letters strike more fear into your child’s heart than ACT or SAT. For decades, these standardized…

Why You Should Research a College’s Career Service Center Before Enrolling

Why You Should Research a College’s Career Service Center Before Enrolling

April 29, 2021

There’s a lot to consider when helping your child make the best possible decision on where to go to college….

Division 3 Athletic Scholarships and Your Student-Athlete

Division 3 Athletic Scholarships and Your Student-Athlete

April 22, 2021

If you are the parent of a serious student-athlete, then chances are you’re becoming familiar with the scholarship policies of…

QuestBridge Scholarship—The Ultimate Need-Based Aid

QuestBridge Scholarship—The Ultimate Need-Based Aid

April 15, 2021

For families with low incomes, the stress of paying for college can be intimidating. This is even more true for…