Debunking The Seven Myths of Selective College Admissions

Do you have a child who is facing the task of applying to college?  

Hear Dr. Joie Jager-Hyman, Ed.D. confront the popular misconceptions that circulate in high schools and communities concerning the college admission process.

Dr. Jager-Hyman want applicants to understand what Admissions Officers look for when they make admissions decisions and how applicants can present themselves in the most favorable light. She also emphasizes the wide range of outstanding college options at each applicants disposal and tries to help each one manage some of the anxiety that surrounds college admissions.

Dr. Jager-Hyman, Ed.D. is an acclaimed expert on the topic of college admissions.  She will be providing a one hour seminar entitled Debunking the Seven Myths of Selective College Admissions at the PJC on November 2 . She is a graduate of Dartmouth, was the Assistant Admission Officer at Dartmouth, holds a doctorate in education policy from Harvard University, is the author of Fat Envelope Frenzy: One Year, Five Promising Students and the Pursuit of the Ivy League Prize, and is currently writing a second book entitled The A+ College Admissions Guide for B Students. Dr. Jaeger-Hyman has made extensive presentations about the college admissions process, and has been a guest speaker on the CBS Early Show, New England Cable News, NPR and dozens of other radio programs. She is a down to earth, charming and witty speaker!!  Join Us!

For additional information contact Diane Masson at mass626@verizon.net

This lecture is FREE and will take place at the Pelham Jewish Center, 451 Esplanade, Pelham, NY 10803