Author Andrew Ferguson on College Application Process

This video originally aired on Sunday, April 17, 2011.

About This Video

Andrew Ferguson is senior editor at the Weekly Standard. He discussed his new book, Crazy U: One Dad’s Crash Course in Getting His Kid Into College. The book humorously follows him through the process of getting his son accepted into college. It includes taking the SATs, the application process, visiting colleges, and applying for financial assistance. Prior to his position at the Weekly Standard, Andrew Ferguson wrote for Time Magazine and Washingtonian magazine. He has written columns for Fortune, Forbes FYI, National Review, Commentary, and TV Guide. During a portion of the George H.W. Bush administration, he was a White House speechwriter.

Keywords

Education Issues, Colleges & Universities

Related Subjects/Topics

  • Education

Speakers

  • Weekly Standard Senior Editor Andrew Ferguson