Reviews
Tamra Orr's refreshingly candid approach to the college search dispels the fear that B students and their families often face. An easy yet information-packed read!" —Bethany Bierman, assistant director office of undergraduate admissions, Augsburg College, In working with college bound students for over 30 years, I find that so many very deserving students feel they cannot be admitted or succeed without the very top-flight grades and test scores. They believe that good quality colleges are beyond their reach. Solid students with strong motivation and determination can find many wonderful opportunities for higher education with a good planning. This excellent #145;advice' book is a must read for those students and their parents who want to understand and navigate the process and find the right match toward that important degree." —Karen P. Condeni, vice president and dean of enrollment, Ohio Northern University, "In working with college bound students for over 30 years, I find that so many very deserving students feel they cannot be admitted or succeed without the very top-flight grades and test scores. They believe that good quality colleges are beyond their reach. Solid students with strong motivation and determination can find many wonderful opportunities for higher education with a good planning. This excellent ‘advice' book is a must read for those students and their parents who want to understand and navigate the process and find the right match toward that important degree." --Karen P. Condeni, vice president and dean of enrollment, Ohio Northern University, "At last, a college resource book for real students and real families. We hear so much about how only over achievers get into good schools that we forget that college isn't just about grades and tests scores; it's about learning, living and moving forward. This is something that all students need, regardless of their high school performance. Tamra Orr has given families the tools to help their young adults find the perfect college for them. An invaluable resource!" -- Teri Brown, author, Day Tripping: Your Guide to Educational Family Adventures, "Tamra Orr's book is just what the ‘not so perfect' student needs. The advice is to the point and incredibly useful. You don't have to attend a huge Ivy League school to get a superior education. Orr's book should be required reading for individuals of all ages who are thinking of attending college." --Sandra Roy, educator and author, Tamra Orr has made an important and rare contribution to the field of higher education. This book offers practical information and advice for students and parents alike." — Mark Campbell, vice president for enrollment management, McKendree College, "With humor and insight, Tamra Orr sets the record straight about college admission, offering practical advice and hope to college-bound students. This book makes the important point that the college admission process doesn't need to be fraught with stress and anxiety. Many bright, interesting teens that underperformed in high school will recognize themselves in the pages of this book." -- Joan Casey, college planning consultant, Educational Advocates, Brookline, Massachusetts, "I feel this book will be a terrific introduction to the college search process for 15-17 year olds. The format offers helpful suggestions in a non-intimidating approach. For many high school students the college process becomes a seemingly insurmountable task. America's Best Colleges for B Students is a terrific introductory tool that outlines the basic steps to begin the college search process." --Amanda (Mandy) Warhurst Webster, senior associate director of admission, Salve Regina University, Tamra Orr's book is just what the #145;not so perfect' student needs. The advice is to the point and incredibly useful. You don't have to attend a huge Ivy League school to get a superior education. Orr's book should be required reading for individuals of all ages who are thinking of attending college." —Sandra Roy, educator and author, This book contains practical information for any student searching for the right college #145;fit' instead of simply trying to #145;fit in' at the wrong college. From this small college's perspective, the #145;solid B' student has the same chance as an A student to be successful in an environment where each is encouraged to develop his/her potential." — Sandy Speed, dean of admission and financial aid, Schreiner University, With humor and insight, Tamra Orr sets the record straight about college admission, offering practical advice and hope to college-bound students. This book makes the important point that the college admission process doesn't need to be fraught with stress and anxiety. Many bright, interesting teens that underperformed in high school will recognize themselves in the pages of this book." — Joan Casey, college planning consultant, Educational Advocates, Brookline, Massachusetts, "This book contains practical information for any student searching for the right college ‘fit' instead of simply trying to ‘fit in' at the wrong college. From this small college's perspective, the ‘solid B' student has the same chance as an A student to be successful in an environment where each is encouraged to develop his/her potential." -- Sandy Speed, dean of admission and financial aid, Schreiner University, "Tamra Orr's refreshingly candid approach to the college search dispels the fear that B students and their families often face. An easy yet information-packed read!" --Bethany Bierman, assistant director office of undergraduate admissions, Augsburg College, I feel this book will be a terrific introduction to the college search process for 15-17 year olds. The format offers helpful suggestions in a non-intimidating approach. For many high school students the college process becomes a seemingly insurmountable task. America's Best Colleges for B Students is a terrific introductory tool that outlines the basic steps to begin the college search process." —Amanda (Mandy) Warhurst Webster, senior associate director of admission, Salve Regina University, At last, a college resource book for real students and real families. We hear so much about how only over achievers get into good schools that we forget that college isn't just about grades and tests scores; it's about learning, living and moving forward. This is something that all students need, regardless of their high school performance. Tamra Orr has given families the tools to help their young adults find the perfect college for them. An invaluable resource!" — Teri Brown, author, Day Tripping: Your Guide to Educational Family Adventures, "Tamra Orr has made an important and rare contribution to the field of higher education. This book offers practical information and advice for students and parents alike." -- Mark Campbell, vice president for enrollment management, McKendree College
