Choosing a College

Another good work by Thomas Sowell. While I would likely have ended up at either the same, or a similar college, it would have been beneficial to hear so much listed out in an easy to understand book. He identifies the importance of matching skills to schools, which is something often not mentioned.......more

In the process of choosing grad schools, and this has been a phenomenal resource! Despite it being published before I was born 😅 I still found principles within it that remain true to this date. Highly recommend for anyone looking at colleges for themselves and even grade schools for their children.......more

Another great book by Thomas Sowell though a little dated. It would be great if he had updated it since 1989. But his general wisdom regarding the college application game is timeless. I particularly keep in mind his recommendation of not doing things to jump through hoops for college but to do ec's......more

He does more than just scratch the surface. He goes in deep detail......more

A bit dated, however, the book still provided a few points I found interesting and relevant.......more