the book

“a reassuring insider’s view of admissions realities at the most sought-after colleges…practical wisdom for managing your emotions as you navigate these rapids.”

~Daniel Goleman, Ph.D., author, Emotional Intelligence

“a must-read for every high school student applying to college – and every parent, too…the best chance of going through the application process without turning stark raving mad.”

~Geeta Anand, Putlizer Prize winning journalist; Dean of UC Berkeley School of Journalism, author The Cure: how a father raised $100 million and bucked the medical establishment in a quest to save his children