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Higgins, Ruby D., Ed.; And Others – 1993
Essays and reflections were gathered to create a guide to the college experience for African American students. A survey of the opinions and attitudes of over 1,500 black students at colleges and universities asked what situations or problems confronted them in being admitted to colleges and what problems they encountered in their first year at…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Black Achievement, Black Colleges, Black Students
Higgins, Ruby D., Ed.; And Others – 1994
This guide for college-bound black students begins with essays written by black professional educators on themes identified by black college students. The essays describe students' experiences from the junior or senior year in high school through the first year in college, and include: "Making Sure You Have the 'Right Stuff'" (Kermit R.…
Descriptors: Athletes, Black Colleges, Black Students, College Bound Students
Boyer, Ernest L. – 1987
The experience of baccalaureate-level students in the United States is considered with particular attention to the way college structures and procedures affect students' lives. During fall 1984, site visits by 16 observer-reporters were made to 29 colleges and universities representing liberal arts colleges, comprehensive colleges,…
Descriptors: Articulation (Education), Bachelors Degrees, College Admission, College Bound Students
McClintock, John – 1982
A guide to selecting a college is provided, with an outline of the steps to take for admission to and descriptions of 100 "best" colleges: those that devote their resources largely to liberal arts and sciences or engineering and science, draw 20 percent or more of their students from outside their regions, and retain 70 percent or more of their…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, College Admission, College Applicants, College Choice
Klein, Henry – 1995
This book uses a question and answer format to provide students with practical advice on getting into college and succeeding there. Chapter 1 addresses planning for college and covers test scores, grades, test taking pointers, financial aid, and test preparation centers. Chapter 2 offers suggestions for finding the right kind of college and…
Descriptors: Academic Aspiration, Academic Persistence, College Admission, College Applicants
