On episode 154, Alexis Avila speaks to college consultant and founder of Top Choice College Consulting Eric Stutman. Eric uses his research and project management skills to help his Top Choice College Consulting clients find the best fit and stay on schedule. Eric earned a BS degree from the University of Virginia School of Engineering and an MS degree from Boston University’s College of Engineering.

On today’s episode, Eric talks about the goals students should make so that everyone involved in the college admissions process will have a great experience during, and after, the college search!

Eric highly recommends the Fiske college guide which has honest observations about the political and social climates at many colleges.
Eric’s advice for teens: Get ready for college in an organized, on-time way, and don’t procrastinate.

Here is a guide to help prospective students find the college that provides the best value for them based on a variety of factors including:

  • Average salary of graduated students
  • Average amount of aid distributed
  • 20 year net return on investment

For another related conversation, check out podcast Episode #82 with Joan Casey: How to Thrive in College

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