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More than 60,000 students and parents have participated in presentations of "The Admission Game" in 20 states, eight countries, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. The following is a sampling of what they have to say about Peter Van Buskirk and "The Admission Game."
"One of the best presentations I’ve ever attended and I’ve been to many! Truly a world class motivational speaker!"
- Parent, Newark, DE
"Your program was fantastic. I cannot remember being at any presentation on any subject matter that was as powerfully presented as yours. You are clearly a very talented public speaker and, I must admit, I was blown away by what you had to say…You certainly cleared up many of the myths!"
- Parent, Falls Church, VA
"Helped me understand the work I need to do in order to ‘compete’ and get into college."
- Student, Pascack Hills, NJ
"A lively and informative presentation…helpful for parents and students to see the inner workings of the selective admission process."
- Counselor, Miami, FL
"What a dynamic and engaging speaker with realistic advice!
- Parent, New York, NY
"Thank you for the help you gave my daughter during our college search…We greatly benefited from your presentation of "The Admission Game" last summer. She applied to ten colleges, was accepted at all of them and offered academic scholarships at several. I truly believe your advice was a key factor in her successful application process."
- Parent, Paoli, PA
"I don’t feel so clueless anymore! You rock dude!"
- Student, Horsham, PA
"Geared perfectly to the needs of this audience. You really honoured our expertise and understanding of the subject—and took us higher. Just great! Thanks!"
- Counselor, Toronto, ONT
"This is an event and a speaker not to be missed by any student or parent of a student who is applying to a selective college!"
- Parent, Maplewood, NJ
"I truly consider you a leader in the field, someone who tells it like it is. That is what sets you apart…I defer to you anytime!"
- Counselor, Bedford, NY
"The best college information night ever. I was so pleased that students really participated enthusiastically in the dialog."
- Counselor, Seattle, WA
"Perhaps the best testament to your ability to keep your audience on the edge of their seats was the response of (a colleague). She told me she came in to put in an appearance, expecting to stay for half an hour at the most. She was so interested, though, that she couldn't tear herself away—and she gave up ‘Law and Order' for you!"
- Counselor, Philadelphia, PA
"I liked when you said that each day is made up of little choices…Your presentation helped me put in perspective what colleges are really looking for."
- Student, West Hartford, CT
"Great energy and rapport…(demonstrates) real understanding of teens and parenting."
- Parent, Rockville Centre, NY
"This program helped calm my college nerves. I feel more confident in the process now."
- Student, Boulder, CO
"Dynamic, informative and enlightening…Your presentation will help guide my daughter and my son to hopefully make the right choices not just in their academics but in all their other activities."
- Parent, Yorktown Heights, NY
"Peter's enthusiasm and commitment to the college prep process was refreshing. I appreciated that he explained the need for diversity within the context of academic and social excellence."
- Parent, New Brunswick, NJ
"Good humor, wonderfully honest stories and specific examples made the admission process come alive! It made a very mysterious process much more personal, understandable and real."
- Counselor, Springfield, PA
"Your presentation was engaging and entertaining and full of good tips. I went home and confirmed with (my son) that his senior program did matter and that he had signed up for all the right courses. Now, if I could just have similar influence over the grades he earns..."
- Parent, Lancaster, PA
"I have been to many lectures on the college process but none compared to your presentation. It was creative, informative, thorough and motivating. I wanted to give you a ‘thumbs up' and tell you that both my daughter and I enjoyed the evening—and I even learned a few new things!"
- Parent, Springfield, NJ
"You made a huge difference in our lives because you helped us to regain our confidence at a time when we were struggling to keep any confidence."
-Parent, Malvern, PA
"Tremendous program…interesting, entertaining and hit all the spots I wanted to hear about. I loved his compare and contrast style. His conclusion was honest and he connected with me (and I think all in the room based on the response). I love what you do…same advice I give my children."
- Parent, Tampa, FL
"Your presentation exceeded my expectations. Over 200 people were galvanized by your analysis and the next day saw my classes engaged in lengthy dialogue about the points that you conveyed."
- Counselor, Rye, NY
"I had a lot of delusions dashed upon the rock of reality. Opened my eyes to the competition."
- Student, Scottsdale, AZ
"My wife and I learned a great deal about the process from you. We thought that we were seasoned veterans! Your vivid presentation laid out the process so well. Thank you for caring about our boys."
- Parent, Baltimore, MD
"Kids really need to hear what you have to say. I only wish my son had heard you last year when he was a sophomore because you really had an impact on him last night. You validate what we ‘know little' parents have been trying to hammer home—and you do it very well. Hats off to you!"
- Parent, Mt. Carmel, PA
"You truly know teenagers! Great insight!"
- Parent, Pound Ridge, NY
"An inside perspective and good advice on the college admission process without sugarcoating."
- Student, Denver, CO
"Really enjoyed and learned a lot.
Definitely gained information/strategies that wouldn't
have crossed my mind. Better idea of things to focus on
and maintain; liked hearing that a compelling essay/personal
story can be a hook."
- Student, New York, NY
"As a parent who has been through the college application before, I was incredibly surprised and delighted with your session... Yes, I was one of those parents who initially thought "what am I doing here?" but after a few moments of you speaking, I was totally engaged in what you had to say… Thanks for a surprisingly wonderful evening."
- Parent, Armonk, NY
"Brilliant, passionate, fantastic! Thanks for breaking the code and sharing with us."
- Parent, Philadelphia, PA
"Easily the best/most informative lecture on the college process I have ever heard. Even after a long day watching the stock market I was able to stay focused on your content. We have a senior and two freshmen and are well into the college process. I actually find the search to be a blast. You made great points about fit and community building."
- Parent, St. Petersburg, FL
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