by Karen Marks | Jun 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Thank you to Connie Whitman of Whitman and Associates for hosting me on her Podcast, Enlightenment of Change. I absolutely loved talking to her about how to navigate the college admissions process with joy – and optimal results! Please listen to our conversation...
by Karen Marks | Jun 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Welcome to my advice column! Today’s topic is MBA scholarship negotiations. My name is Karen Marks, and I am the Founder and President of North Star Admissions Consulting. I have been helping people get into their dream schools since 2012, and prior to that I...
by Karen Marks | Mar 19, 2024 | Business School Admissions, General Admissions
So excited to announce this MBA Application Scholarship and Webinar Series – Many thanks to Chelsea and Xavier Heredia! “We recognize that women, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, face unique challenges in admission to top graduate...
by Karen Marks | Apr 27, 2023 | College Admissions, General Admissions, Uncategorized
If you are a high school student or the parent of one, you already know that gaining admission to highly selective colleges is incredibly competitive. For the class of 2027, applications were up more than 20% at the most selective schools – so it’s no surprise that...
by Karen Marks | Apr 26, 2023 | Business School Admissions, General Admissions
The latest US News MBA rankings have just been released. As usual, there are surprises. If you’re planning to apply to business school soon, or deciding between offers, you’re likely puzzling over the implications of these fluctuating lists. Hopefully, you’re also...
