Gerene Keesler

Gerene Keesler

About the Author:
I am a Tampa native with over 28 years of work experience in higher education and undergraduate and graduate admissions offices. As an independent college counselor, I have conducted many mock interviews and have extensive experience editing essays, seeking scholarships, and working with students in college and graduate planning. I am a member of the professional industry organizations, NACAC, SACAC and IECA. Recently, some of my students have gained admission to Santa Clara University, U Penn, Colorado School of Mines, Florida State, and a full scholarship to UNC Charlotte. Independent counselors offer 1:1 tailored guidance specific to your student’s needs.
In my spare time, I am an avid reader participating in two local book clubs and raising a 2 year old wild toy poodle, Rosie Roux. My new independent educational consulting business is Admissions Untangled. www.admissionsuntangled.com

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Applying Beyond The “Ivies” By Gerene Keesler

Did you know there are approximately 5, 000 colleges and universities in the United States? That leaves you, the college applicant, with an abundance of choices and opportunities. I’m willing to bet that many you’ve never heard of, but could just be your ideal fit. Often students are “sold” on a college’s “name” and what they’ve heard. The college may …