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by Katie Kramer (Author), Katy Craig (Author)
All the insight. None of the fluff.
Applying to college and scholarships can feel overwhelming, for students and their families. That's why the Boettcher Foundation created this no-nonsense playbook to help cut through the chaos and bring some clarity (and even a little humor) to the journey.
For students, this book is:- A writing coach, mentor, and cheerleader in one.
- Packed with practical tools, real examples, and bite-sized advice.
- Designed to help young people shine authentically, not artificially.
For parents, this book is:
- A trusted roadmap to support your student through every phase of the process.
- A guide to knowing when to step in and when to step back.
- Reassurance that you don't have to have all the answers-just the right questions.
For high school counselors and college access advisors, this book is:
- A ready-to-go resource you can hand to students with total confidence.
- A practical tool to reinforce what you're already teaching, without repeating yourself.
- A flexible guide you can use in classrooms, workshops, or one-on-one meetings.
Written by two seasoned experts and updated by the Boettcher Foundation, this guide has helped thousands of students win scholarships and enroll at their first-choice colleges nationally.
Number of Pages: 88
Dimensions: 0.18 x 11 x 8.5 IN
Publication Date: September 16, 2025
