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.

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 an elevator with them for a minute, before getting to your floor. In today’s competitive job [...]

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 looking for this option:
The new school Youth Connections Charter School (YCCS) Virtual High School powered [...]

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, reminds us that although college crimes of this nature are rare, they do occur.
Universities take [...]

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
- GRE
- TOEFL
and many others, including AP tests, FCATs and more. With the need to “Test early and often”, as [...]

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 back, the situation has definitely changed in the current scenario. You can still find a [...]

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 Obama, who strongly advocates towards positive change in the field. Supporting Americans to achieve higher [...]

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 hope you find it very valuable in distinguishing educational options.
The tool can be found on [...]

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, this is a good time to consider applying to enter a college or university, in pursuit [...]

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 1020 AM, acerca de educacion online – que debemos tomar en consideracion cuando buscamos programas de [...]

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 hard this year, the choices might not seem as abundant as when our family income is [...]

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 Program Application Deadlines for 2009-2010

Full-Time MBA Program
Round 1 Deadline
Round 2 Deadline
Round 3 Deadline

Carnegie [...]

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, in other words online universities that are not accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, [...]

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. Sorry, only en Espanol…
Nuestro segmento radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM, esta [...]

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 months back, as it was for me the only alternative to achieve a certification I longed for. [...]

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 Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM, esta semana tocando el tema de
Consultores Independientes de Admisiones – Programa [...]

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 del tema de admisiones a MBA’s (Postgrados de Administracion). Vale la pena el esfuerzo y la [...]

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.

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 Hansen, career coach and founder of Quintessential Careers, the ratio of students accepted to the number of [...]

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 semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM, esta vez acerca de admisiones universitarias y a [...]

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 radio show discussing this week Secrets of Admissions, as provided by Deans of Admissions from top [...]

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 prestigious institutions like the University of California at Berkeley, Dartmouth College, Columbia University, NYU, University of [...]

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 prestigious institutions like the University of California at Berkeley, Dartmouth College, Columbia University, NYU, University of [...]

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 del tema de admisiones a MBA’s (Postgrados de Administracion). Vale la pena el esfuerzo y la [...]

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 Quintessential Careers, the ratio of students accepted to the number of applicants at a premier MBA [...]

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 reason why you should miss college for mere lack of funds. The most common forms [...]

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 radial semanal con Eli Bravo en Actualidad 1020 AM, tocando el tema ardiente de elaborar hojas [...]

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 avid user of the Internet. But do you know that the internet can make or break your chances [...]

Online ID – Radio Show

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 Claudine Vainrub, Principal de EduPlan. Hablamos acerca de Identidad en la Internet y como puede perjudicarnos [...]

Free College Money

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 some information on College Endowments, what they are and the amounts available…

University Endowments
Endowments are money [...]

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 acerca de Educacion Universitaria Gratuita

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 acerca de Maestrias

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 expensive, as tuition rates grow an average of 4% per year. It is to our advantage [...]

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
§  Judson College
§  Miles College
§  Oakwood College
§  Samford University
§  Southeastern Bible College
§  Southern Christian University
§  Spring Hill College
§  Stillman College
§  Talladega College
§  Troy University (main campus)
o    Dothan [...]

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 changes your life around by the “yield”? If a school goes up in the rankings, [...]

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… the ESSAYS! This last one is the place where you can shine, your experience comes out and [...]

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 help you identify your skills, and provide ideas on how a career can change by exploring [...]

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. Here is a list of the Universities across the U.S. and all over the world [...]

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. Here is a list of the Universities across the U.S. and all over the world [...]

More Testimonials

Please read some more success stories directly from the pen of EduPlan customers…
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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 there to answer my multiple questions, boost my application requirements, coach me for interviews and give me the [...]

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 is accepted. Achieving post-baccalaureate studies is expensive, so finding the resources becomes essential to achieve this [...]

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 a place so different from your own, which can be a very enriching experience. If you [...]

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 your professional development. When you select a school and program that’s right for you, not only [...]

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 les cuesta mucho decidir cuál institución será la más adecuada, cuál presenta la combinación [...]

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 to understand, read, write and speak English. For this reason, colleges and universities in the U.S. [...]

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 number of vacant seats is low, we immediately and naturally think that programs will be [...]

Waitlisted for an MBA? What to do to enhance your chances of getting in

You are ready for the MBA deadline, anxiously awaiting the response. The day arrives and it’s a… Maybe?!?
Do not get too flustered, if you are waitlisted for an MBA program, this actually means that you are qualified for admission. The admissions committee could be saying that your application has been assessed and your background and [...]

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, if you are waitlisted for an MBA program, this actually means that you are qualified for admission. [...]

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 or interested in any other field of study, we are experts in showing off your talents.  [...]

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 graduate school admissions consultant, this can help you evaluate if a consultant will provide the [...]

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 University by proving to be outstanding International Applicants.
 
Only a very small percentage of International Candidates [...]

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 of Business MBA Program.
I also knew something about the Business School Follies… Being an amateur [...]