Posts by Sonja Buckmeier
The Top 10 Reasons I Love The University of Tennessee
With CIT Consultant, Anne Weber Having not traveled to Knoxville, TN in many years, I had no idea how this city and its crowning jewel, The University of Tennessee, has grown. UTK, as it’s commonly referred to, has become increasingly popular. And I can tell you, it’s warranted affection. After touring the school, here are…
Read MoreNothin’ But Net at Indiana University
With CIT Consultant, Anne Weber I’ve heard from many students, parents and peers that Indiana has a beautiful campus. And I believed them. But I have to admit, my first glimpse of Indiana made my jaw drop. This campus is unlike any I’ve seen before. IU’s flagship campus is in the college town of Bloomington,…
Read MoreUniversity of Kentucky: 3 Things I Knew I’d Find and 3 Things That Surprised Me At UK
With CIT Consultant, Anne Weber When I added the University of Kentucky to my month-long tour of flagship universities, I knew I’d find: A school strong in business, health sciences, education, engineering, and equine sciences A campus filled with Southern charm and traditions A school spirit that can rock the top of the basketball arena…
Read MoreDoes a College’s Acceptance Rate Matter?
Students and parents often fixate on the admission rate for a college as an indicator of the school’s education quality. But does the admission rate really matter? Over the past decade, the college admission process has evolved into a multifaceted and often perplexing journey. Families often seek a shortcut to identify a college or university…
Read MoreWhat Summer Programs Can and Can’t Do for Prospective College Students
If you are a high school freshman, sophomore, or junior, it’s likely you are receiving marketing materials for summer programs from colleges. Parents ask us, “Are these worth it?” and, “Will this increase our student’s chances of admission?” There are several benefits to summer programs, but certainly no guarantees. Let’s dig deeper into the pros…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of March 8, 2025
Understanding the college financial aid letter – College Inside Track’s Cozy Wittman was featured in the Journal of Financial Planning, discussing ways to create transparency for families in the college funding process and better understanding the college financial aid award letter. Cozy explains in detail the college financial aid award letter, tips after receiving it, elements of good…
Read MoreIowa State University
CIT consultant Anne Weber is embarking on a college road trip extraordinaire, covering thousands of miles over the next month to visit a wide variety of institutions. She’ll be sharing insights along the way; here’s her first from Iowa State University: Just 3 hours south of the Twin Cities and an hour north of Des…
Read MoreThe Good, The Bad and The Ugly of the University of Georgia
School profile by CIT Consultant, Anne Weber When consulting with families, we encourage them to dig deeper than the glitzy videos on the homepage of a college’s website. Recognizing there is no utopia, it’s important to know going into a four-year experience the good, the bad, and the ugly that awaits at any school. The…
Read MoreGeorgia Tech, For Ambitious Students Serious About Innovation and Technology
School profile by CIT Consultant, Anne Weber Located in the heart of Atlanta, The Georgia Institute of Technology is laser-focused on enabling student innovation through technology. From programs like Create-X to VIP (Vertically Integrated Program), students are encouraged to collaborate and innovate on Day 1. Like many schools today, Georgia Tech is beginning to accommodate…
Read MoreUniversity of Kansas with CIT Consultant Anne Weber
I knew we were headed to the birthplace of basketball, but I didn’t know how much more KU would offer. The first pleasant surprise was the speedy 40-minute drive from Kansas City to the lovely town of Lawrence. Next was the gorgeous campus sitting on top of a hill. The campus is a nice mix…
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