College Admission: A Failed Rite of Passage

Abstract

This talk is an emotional survival guide to the college admissions process for high school juniors and seniors, as well as their parents. The end of high school and the transition to college confront both child and parents with numerous developmental challenges. To the extent that people think the process is just about the RIGHT college, or worse yet the ONE AND ONLY GREAT college, both parents and child are at risk for alienation from one another and disappointment in themselves. Everyone survives the college application process, more or less gracefully. Dr. Thompson gives a number of suggestions regarding how families can develop a philosophy about the process and enjoy it more.

Workshop Info

For additional information, see a sample day with Dr. Thompson or refer to a description of workshop topics.

To schedule this workshop, contact Elizabeth Diggins — Administrative Assistant to Michael Thompson, Ph.D.