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The Pingry School is excited to present an evening with New York Times bestselling author Jeff Selingo as he guides families and educators alike on how they can widen the lens on the college search beyond top-ranked schools and discusses his latest book, Dream School: Finding The College That’s Right For You.
Please complete the form above to receive a complimentary copy of the book in advance of the talk.
Dream School looks at the changing landscape of colleges and how we should think about the purpose, passion, and strengths of teenagers in the admissions process. It lays out a framework for how we can find what really matters in a college: connection to mentors, hands-on skills for strong job prospects after graduation, and a sense of belonging. Backed by unparalleled research—and an eye-opening survey of 3,500 parents—the book highlights 75 accessible and affordable colleges that satisfy the priorities families need to follow these days.
The conversation will be followed by audience Q&A.
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Attending college has long been a rite of passage for millions of teens and a bedrock of the American dream. But that well-worn path has lately taken a wrong turn, denying admission even to super-achievers and putting intolerable stress on family finances. Now, in Dream School Jeffrey Selingo shifts the spotlight from how colleges pick students to how students can better pick colleges.
With test-optional policies and grade inflation leveling the playing field for applicants, getting into prestigious schools has become a kind of lottery. “Plan A” may work out, but increasingly it isn’t—so Selingo urges families to ditch the “Top 25 or bust” mindset and look beyond the usual suspects. Hidden-gem schools with incredible value and rich opportunities are waiting to be discovered. Backed by unparalleled research—and an eye-opening survey of 3,500 parents—Dream School reveals what really matters in a college: strong job prospects after graduation, hands-on learning experiences, and a sense of belonging. To help students find their perfect match, Selingo highlights 75 accessible and affordable colleges that will satisfy those priorities.
Organized into three easy-to-digest sections, Dream School explains why elite college degrees turn out to matter less than you think, why many parents and students are choosing value over prestige, and how to make sure the degree really pays off. In these pages, Selingo’s engaging style and expert insights turn what is often an unnavigable maze into a clear roadmap.
Destined to become the ultimate guide for families crossing the perilous college admissions landscape, Dream School isn’t just a book—it’s a lifeline for those who can find themselves trapped in an overwhelming process.
Dream School: Finding the College That's Right for You
By Jeff Selingo
Hardcover | September 9, 2025
Jeff Selingo has written about colleges and universities for more than two and a half decades and is a New York Times bestselling author of three books. His latest book, Who Gets In & Why: A Year Inside College Admissions, takes readers inside the admissions offices of three selective universities and was named among the 100 Notable Books of the year by the New York Times. His next book, Dream School: Finding The College That’s Right For You, is based on two-plus years of research and an original survey of 3,500 parents.
A regular contributor to The Atlantic, New York Times, and Wall Street Journal, Jeff is a special advisor to the president and professor of practice at Arizona State University. He also writes a bi-weekly newsletter on all things higher ed called Next and co-hosts the podcast, Future U. He lives near Washington, DC with his family.
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