The College Admissions Playbook:
How to Get In, Pay Less, and Stress Less
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 • 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT • Free Online Event
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On Tuesday, May 19th, 7pm ET/6pm CT, Rob Franek, The Princeton Review's Editor-in-Chief, will guide students and parents through how to find their best fit college without overpaying, while addressing the biggest hopes and worries in the process. Here's what to expect:
What Actually Matters in
College Admissions Right Now?
See how colleges evaluate applications, what they say they value most, and how students can stand out in a competitive and evolving landscape.
How Do I Find a College
That's Right For Me?
Learn how to define "best fit" across academics, campus culture, cost, and outcomes, as well as how to look past rankings and marketing to make a smart choice.
What If I Get Into My Dream School But Can't Afford It?
Confront the biggest financial fear, and understand college costs, financial strategies, and how to be a savvy college shopper.
Get a Taste of Our Admissions Expertise!
About Rob Franek
Rob Franek is the Editor-in-Chief of The Princeton Review and has a 34+ year career in education that spans his work as an author, lecturer, media contributor, and former college admissions administrator. He has visited over 1,200 high schools and 1,000 colleges to address students, parents, and counselors/advisors, and has also made presentations at both regional and national conferences, including SXSW EDU and the National Association of College Admission Counseling (NACAC).
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