At this time of year it’s not just Christmas presents you should be wrapping up, but also your college applications. Deadlines are looming and it is not advisable to leave it to the last minute to submit your applications. Ideally, …
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Top Apps for Students
McGraw-Hill shares with us the Top Ten Most Useful Apps for High School, College and Grad School Students this Fall Semester. These are also really useful for any professional when pursuing continuing education. Take note! 1. StudyTracker Pro: (soon to …
Continue reading...Why Study in USA if you are International
By Claudine Vainrub, EduPlan College Advisor and Principal How can you evaluate educational options if you are international, and thinking of leaving your home country to pursue your college or grad school education in USA? There are many considerations to …
Continue reading...Congratulations to our Wonderful Students!
To this year’s EduPlan superachievers – Yes! This means you! We are so proud of your successes! You worked hard to achieve your best, and we are thrilled that colleges and universities all across the U.S. recognized your talent! Full …
Continue reading...Over $1.6MM in MBA Scholarships
If you are planning to start an MBA in 2011, here is a great opportunity to receive a full ride! Until May 15, QS World Tour is offering MBA scholarships for U.S. and International Students. Check out the information and …
Continue reading...Choosing a Grad School Program
Often times, we find students asking themselves – should I go for an MBA or for a Master in Management, or another related field? There are several considerations when making this decision. We will expose some of them to help …
Continue reading...Graduate Admissions Event
The Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants – AIGAC is hosting the worldwide event Graduate Admissions Virtual Summit: “Discover how you can position your application for Success” Learn from Expert Graduate Admissions Counselors on how to get ahead of the …
Continue reading...The New Financial Aid Formula
By Claudine Vainrub, MBA and Principal of EduPlan With the passing of the healthcare bill, the topic of education has taken a second place in the minds of the Americans. However, there are interesting news regarding financial aid as this …
Continue reading...An Image is Worth A Thousand Words – Video Applications
Remember how Elle Woods from Legally Blond supposedly got into Harvard? She made a cool video of why she was perfect for law school. Well, it looks like life is imitating Hollywood because prestigious institutions like Tufts and Yale are …
Continue reading...Writing your Bio – Tips to Succeed
Have you noticed that everyone seems to have a bio nowadays? Google the name of your favorite celebrity, visit their website and you’ll probably find a bio with his or her accomplishments, career beginnings, areas of expertise and much more. …
Continue reading...Paying for College – Can we afford it?
By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan With tuition rates on the rise, families question the value of a college education, while they dig deep in their pockets to make ends meet to provide opportunities to their offspring. As recently reported …
Continue reading...A New Year, A New Resume
By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan With the beginning of a new year, we make resolutions, think of our goals towards the future and hope for great things to come. One of the tools to make all things happen is …
Continue reading...Inside The Admissions Office
On December 2nd, Unigo and The Wall Street Journal are hosting a live webcast, called Inside the Admissions Office, with the Heads of Admissions from Princeton, U. Penn, Williams, Wesleyan, U. Vermont, Marquette, Grinnell and Bryn Mawr College. It will …
Continue reading...Radio Show – Grad School Student Statistics
Our weekly radio segment on the newest Grad School Student Statistics. How have they changed and what does this mean for U.S. and International Graduate School Applicants. Sorry folks, only En Espanol… Estadisticas de estudiantes de masters Nuestro segmento semanal …
Continue reading...Types of Interview Questions
What are the Types of Interview Questions and how to prepare to tackle them? The word “interview” comes from the French “entre” (between) and “voir” (to see). The role of the interview is to get a glimpse of a candidate …
Continue reading...2009 Grad Students Statistics Out
As reported by Inside Higher Ed, new grad school statistics show interesting information for this year’s graduate school candidates. Inside Higher Ed explains that for the first time in four years, the percentage of International Graduate Students entering graduate …
Continue reading...Issues on Higher Education Costs
EduPlan and Claudine Vainrub provide analysis on the Cost of Higher Education, what changes to expect, how can parents prepare.
Continue reading...The Value of an Elevator Pitch
By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan What we call today “Elevator Pitch” is what once was a simple introduction. The term refers specifically to what you would say to someone about you and your added value if you were in …
Continue reading...Virtual High School Option
For students interested in completing high school courses not be offered at their high school, virtual high schools provide a great educational alternative. Here is some information on a new program, which you could be interested in, if you are …
Continue reading...Preventing Crime on Campus
Annie Le had everything going for her; a coveted education at Yale University, a fulfilling job, a beautiful life ahead of her. Her horrible death three days before her wedding, in the bathroom of a library at her Alma Mater, …
Continue reading...Free SAT, GRE, GMAT Practice Tests
A new testing database is available to students now. It provides a myriad of information, and best of all, free practice tests. The database counts with three free practice tests for the following: - ACT - SAT - GMAT - …
Continue reading...Why Higher Education?
Many students are attracted by the prospect of being able to generate an income and take up a job immediately after high school. While a high school diploma was sufficient to land a decent job and keep it thirty years …
Continue reading...Changes in Financial Aid
Financial aid has recently become a hotter topic in the mind of many more Americans, as we survive a recession. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel. We count with enhanced Government support, especially led by President …
Continue reading...Search Schools with EduPlan!
Courtesy of industry leader Hobsons, we are now offering a college, grad school and international school search tool on our website. This system will help you search for universities and programs from undergraduate to graduate all over the world. We …
Continue reading...Issues for International Students
News for International Students Seeking College Admissions and How to Make the Best of them… As we enter the fall, many students prepare to begin the application process to enter colleges and universities in USA. If you’re a international student, …
Continue reading...Radio Show – Online Degrees
Our weekly radio show with Eli Bravo, this time on the topic of Online Degrees – what to take under consideration when seeking an online education. Sorry folks, only in Spanish… Nuestro segmento radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad …
Continue reading...Choosing a Free College
How to choose a College that will not Bankrupt me At this time of the year, seniors and even graduate admissions candidates are thinking about their college and graduate school options. Being that the economy has hit many of us …
Continue reading...MBA Application Dates 2009-2010
When are applications due for MBA programs in USA? In this chart you can find the Application deadlines for several MBA Programs across the U.S. As more MBA dates become available, we hope to bring you this information. USA MBA …
Continue reading...Easy Scholarship to Apply For
SchoolSoup.com has posted a scholarship you do not want to miss. It frees some tuition money for online education. Now, beware of the institutions you might want to use it for, since degree mills are in abundance. Degree mills represent, …
Continue reading...Radio Show – New Career Path
Our weekly show with Eli Bravo, this time on choosing another career. If you are seeking for a job, maybe you should consider a career change. The program talks about how to go about it and achieve this goal successfully. …
Continue reading...Beware when Pursuing an Online Degree
What to look for and Is Online Education what you Want? By Claudine Vainrub, MBA and Principal of EduPlan Many adult learners who want to go back to school today consider online college programs. I know I did a few …
Continue reading...Radio Show – Consultores de Admisiones Universitarias
Our radio show with Eli Bravo on Actualidad 1020 AM this week touching on the topic of Independent College Advisers, our work, and how to evaluate a consultant’s potential to conduct the coaching effectively. Nuestro show radial semanal con Eli …
Continue reading...Radio Show – MBA Admissions
Our weekly radio show with Eli Bravo, this time on MBA Admissions, the process and is it worth the effort and investment to pursue an MBA. Sorry folks, only En Espanol… Nuestro segmento semanal con Eli Bravo, esta vez acerca …
Continue reading...How to Hire an Educational Consultant
Educational Consultants offer an opportunity for students to find themselves, understand their career opportunities and find a school with a great fit for the student. We focus on the student and maximizing their career potential in the long run. Find out how to select that one professional that will help you achieve all this, while conducting themselves ethically and providing you with the support you need for yourself or your daughter/son.
Continue reading...MBA Application Components
By Claudine Vainrub Principal of EduPlan What is involved in the MBA Application Process and How to Tackle this Challenge Application to MBA programs is a process that requires a lot of planning and strategizing. According to Dr. Randall S …
Continue reading...Radio Show on Admissions
Our weekly show with Eli Bravo in Actualidad 1020 AM on college and graduate admissions secrets. Learn what admissions officers from top schools have to say about what they seek in candidates. Sorry folks, only in Spanish… Nuestro show radial …
Continue reading...Radio Show – Secretos de Admision
Los mas recientes comentarios de los directores de admision de las universidades top en USA, incluyendo la Universidad de Virginia, Michigan, Dartmouth College, NYU, Columbia, y otras, en nuestro programa radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM. Our …
Continue reading...Secrets of Admissions
Secrets of Admissions: Do’s & Don’ts from College and Grad School Admissions Decision Makers Two weeks ago, EduPlan had the honor of being invited to the prestigious AIGAG conference in New York, where we met with several admission officers from …
Continue reading...MBA Application Components
What is involved in the MBA Application Process and How to Tackle this Challenge Application to MBA programs is a process that requires a lot of planning and strategizing. According to Dr. Randall S Hansen, career coach and founder of …
Continue reading...How to Get Scholarship Money
College studies are so expensive in the USA, most students cannot afford to pay for it from their own pocket. On the other hand, there are many ways to find the money to support your studies and there is no …
Continue reading...Hispanic Resumes Radio Show
Our weekly radio show with Eli Bravo in Actualidad 102 AM on the hot topic of creating a resume showcasing your Hispanic Identity. Is it favorable or not, how to do it correctly. Sorry folks, only in Spanish. Nuestro segmento …
Continue reading...Online Image and Admissions
College and Grad School Applicants – Maintain a Favorable Online Presence How Can Cyber-trash Affect You in the College and Grad School Admissions Process By Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan The savvy college and grad school applicant nowadays is an …
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Our weekly segment with Eli Bravo and Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan. We discuss Online Identity and how it can hurt your chances of getting into college, grad school or finding a job. Nuestro segmento semanal con Eli Bravo y …
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Are you looking for scholarship money for college and grad school education? Then learning about school endowments can make a difference for you! University and College Endowments allow schools to provide merit and need-based scholarships for admitted students. Here is …
Continue reading...Educacion Universitaria Gratuita
Nuestro segmento semanal con Eli Bravo y Claudine Vainrub, Principal de EduPlan quien elabora acerca del tema de obtencion de becas para estudios universitarios. Como conseguir oportunidades de financiar los estudios sin caer en prestamos. Eli Bravo y Claudine Vainrub …
Continue reading...Estudiar una Maestria o no?
Entrevista con Eli Bravo y Claudine Vainrub de EduPlan acerca de Maestrias, vale la pena hacer el esfuerzo? Ventajas de los estudiantes con perfil internacional para obtener admision en Maestrias en USA. (Only in Spanish) Eli Bravo y Claudine Vainrub …
Continue reading...Earn Free Money for College
Find ways to get funding for College without having to acquire more debt What we don’t know can hurt us… This saying is especially true when we talk about saving money for college. Getting a college degree becomes everyday more …
Continue reading...List of Universities in USA
Alabama § Air University § Alabama A&M University § Alabama State University § Athens State University § Auburn University § Auburn University at Montgomery § Birmingham-Southern College § Concordia College-Selma § Faulkner University § Huntingdon College § Jacksonville State University…
Continue reading...U.S. News MBA Rankings
I confess I am not the biggest fan of the rankings. There is so much more to say about a business school program than the numbers it shows. Can you really express the way going through a top MBA program …
Continue reading...Writing a Winning MBA Essay
Strategies and thoughts to write a great essay for MBA Admissions By Claudine Vainrub, MBA and Principal of EduPlan There are six essential parts in the MBA Admissions process – grades, GMAT scores, interview, recommendation letters, resume (work experience), and… …
Continue reading...EduPlan in The Wall Street Journal
Alexandra Levit from The Wall Street Journal publishes opinions by Claudine Vainrub, Principal of EduPlan, regarding career assessments and how they can help you make a career transition successfully. Check out the links to access free online assessments that will …
Continue reading...EduPlan posts: MBA's that accept the GRE for admissions
Did you know that some MBA Programs accept the GRE instead of the GMAT as part of the admissions process? Yes! For some of us that have trouble achieving a good GMAT score, now the GRE is also an option. …
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Please read some more success stories directly from the pen of EduPlan customers… ——————————————————————————————————— Applying to a Master´s Degree can be very confusing and overwhelming. With Eduplan´s support throughout this process I felt completely oriented and empowered. Claudine was always …
Continue reading...Financial Aid Options and News
Financial Aid Options for College and Graduate School – What is available? Does it apply to me? For most students applying for college and graduate school admissions, the battle is not yet over when their admission to their choice university …
Continue reading...Study in USA
How to achieve college and graduate admissions as an International Student Applying for a college or university in the United States is a big opportunity for many students from abroad. It’s actually quite exciting because you would be studying in …
Continue reading...The graduate school choice
How to make up your mind on the best graduate schools and programs for you Choosing a good graduate school program for your career wants and needs will help you take the next step up the corporate ladder, and enhance …
Continue reading...GMAT Strategies for Success
GMAT is the short form of Graduate Management Admission Test and it is a test that every student who wishes to enter business school at a graduate level, has to undertake. This test includes tests in Verbal, Analytical and Math. …
Continue reading...Aplicaciones Universitarias Exitosas
Cómo encarar el proceso de admisión universitaria en USA Por Claudine Vainrub Este es el momento del año para ocuparse… ¡Es el tiempo de presentar las aplicaciones a las universidades! A los estudiantes de los últimos cursos del colegio secundario …
Continue reading...What is the TOEFL?
About the TOEFL and its added value English communication skills are an important factor in achieving academic success in many higher education programs offered in the U.S. A college and graduate school student in the United States will require ability …
Continue reading...Third round MBA applications – Should or shouldn't I take a chance?
Conventional wisdom has it that it is rather a waste of time and resources to apply in the third round. Most of the seats are already filled up and competition for the remaining is going to be tough. As the …
Continue reading...What is the GMAT? Where can I take it?
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), is required for students who want to take up courses in business and management. Business schools specifically ask for this test to be undertaken to determine their qualifications for their enrollment into advanced studies …
Continue reading...What is the GMAT, where and how to take it?
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), is required for students who want to be eligible to many available graduate business management programs. Many, although not all business schools specifically ask for this test to be undertaken, to determine their qualifications …
Continue reading...Waitlisted in MBA admissions
What to do to enhance your chances of getting into an MBA program when you are waitlisted You are ready for the MBA deadline, anxiously awaiting the response. The day arrives and it’s a… Maybe?!? Do not get too flustered, …
Continue reading...Educational Consulting
Are you ready to Enter the College and Graduate School Admissions Race? With EduPlan, you will be! We focus in the specific fields of College and Master’s Degree Programs’ Admissions. Whether you are a College, MBA Applicant, Graduate School Candidate …
Continue reading...¿Primera o segunda ronda? Cuándo enviar la aplicación a un MBA
Por Claudine Vainrub, MBA Buscar admisión para un programa de Master en Administración de Empresas (MBA) requiere de mucho análisis. Deberás congeniar varios elementos a la hora de seguir el proceso de solicitud. Una de las decisiones más difíciles es …
Continue reading...First Round or Second Round? Tips on timing your MBA applications
Applying to a top MBA program requires a lot of thinking. You have to put together many components in this arduous application process. One of the tough decisions to make is when to apply. Many MBA programs have three application …
Continue reading...What you should expect from a Professional MBA Admissions Counselor
We received today this statement from one of our MBA candidates this year (we keep the name confidential, as per NACAC’s Statement of Principles of Good Practice - SPGP regarding client confidentiality). If you are seeking a college counselor or …
Continue reading...You make us Proud!
Congratulations to our College and Graduate School Admissions Customers this year! Not only have you achieved acceptance in top U.S. programs, but you have also earned Merit-based Scholarships at Carnegie Mellon University, New York University, Columbia University and Hartford …
Continue reading...Can “Happy and Successful” go together?
Always on the lookout for interesting information, my father sent me this article, the closest to a “to-do” list to find success and feel joy at the end of the day (or journey). A very successful entrepreneur, my father is a …
Continue reading...Going for an MBA? Break a leg!
When we enter a competitive MBA program, we expect hard-core finance, marketing, corporate strategy, entrepreneurship courses, tests, case studies – lots of hours in front of the PC digesting data. I know I did, when I attended the Ross School …
Continue reading...Lying on your Resume can get you Fired
How to safeguard your documents against background checks Can you honestly say that all information on your resume is 100% accurate? If not, which data is questionable and how questionable is it? As a professional resume writer, this is part …
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