"College offers the keys to the kingdom, and Ben Kaplan's brilliant book offers the keys to winning college scholarships--and even going to college for free! This is a must-read book."

—Mark Victor Hansen
Co-author, Chicken Soup for the Soul

"If winning college scholarships were a sport, Ben Kaplan would surely be in the Hall of Fame. Ben's exceptional book, How to Go to College Almost for Free, takes students step by step through the process of finding and winning scholarship money in an informing, entertaining, and inspiring way. Ben made it happen, and he shows how anyone in pursuit of college cash can make it happen too."

—Stedman Graham
Author, You Can Make It Happen

"Ben Kaplan's practical experience is an invaluable resource for anyone trying to scrape together money for college tuition in the face of skyrocketing prices. Ben demonstrates, through his own personal example, that the proof is literally in the author! His advice really does get results--unleashing the potential not just to attend college, but to attend almost any college practically for free. Anyone seeking higher education in America, young and old, should entertain Kaplan's advice, not only for financial reasons, but also to share in the greater lesson he has to offer--anything is possible if you put your mind to it!"

—U.S. Senator John F. Kerry

"A talk-show and bookstore favorite."

—The New York Times

"[Ben speaks] with an energy and confidence that might remind an older generation of Dale Carnegie."

—Seattle Post-Intelligencer

"Ben's book provides great advice for students seeking scholarships, especially merit-based scholarships. In fact, several key chapters will not only help students seek money for college, but will also help them to become more successful in other important aspects of their lives."

—Dr. William C. Nelsen
President, Citizens' Scholarship Foundation of America

"What Dr. Ruth does for the human libido, Ben aims to do for the tuition subsidy."

—The Boston Globe

"A terrific example of a proactive person choosing to make it happen. . . . Great tips for college aspirants."

—Sean Covey
Author, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

"One of the hottest self-help authors on the market today."

—Heritage Newspapers

"If you want to win scholarship money, then go with a winner. Ben Kaplan won several of our scholarships, and many others. His book speaks directly to students in their language, with practical tips and interesting insights into the 'winning attitude.'"

—Rocco Marano,
Director of Student Activities
National Association of Secondary School Principals

"Ben's the man! Everyone who has a kid to send to college will be hanging on his every word. . . . In mere minutes, Ben will save you thousands of dollars in tuition payments. Ben did it himself, and he'll show you exactly how to do it too. He knows."

—Steve Harmon and Scott Evans
Co-hosts, WXTU-FM radio

"The story of how a kid from Oregon became an Ivy League economics grad and pied piper of cash for class is an epic testament to those time-tested American virtues of hard work [and] persistence."

—Orlando Sentinel

"Ben possesses such wonderful information and enthusiasm. . . . He may be the next Tony Robbins."

—Russell Scott
Host, KOAI-FM radio

"If you are looking for something that includes everything you need to know about this [college scholarships] game, you will find this book very useful. . . . It's obvious Kaplan put a lot of hard work into writing this guide."

—The Richmond Times-Dispatch

"Benjamin's book is simply outstanding. It's full of so much useful information. . . . Every student and parent should read it cover to cover."

—Ben Davis and Patty Dee
Co-hosts, KMXC-FM radio

"I hadn't been looking forward to all of the reading, writing, and research that I need to do, but once I started reading Ben's book, I became, more or less, fascinated. I couldn't put the book down! . . . It's amazing how much a person can learn from another person's experiences."

—Emily Crawford, High School Student

"Every once in a while, a book comes along that is remarkably insightful, expertly written, and that addresses a pressing need in a bold and innovative way--a book destined to change the lives of everyone who reads it. How to Go to College Almost for Free is indeed such a book--a true classic in its field."

—Jerry Jenkins
Author, Inside the Bestsellers

"How to Go to College Almost for Free is truly an exceptional book--the "bible" for anyone who needs help in paying for college."

—Jim Barnes
Editor, Independent Publisher magazine

"Because of Ben's book I was able to help my daughter get a full scholarship to the University of Alaska! Thanks for all the hints and tips! They worked!"

—Janet Bowser, Parent

"I can't even begin to say thank you for this wonderful book."

—Randi Johnson, Student

"Ben's book is awesome. I haven't been able to put it down. Even my daughter who hates to read has started the book and now has hope that she can make it into the college of her dreams."

—Danielle A. Wagner, Parent

"For the sake of your college bound child, don't say that you 'almost' read this book--your young student could be missing an important lifetime opportunity for higher education! Take advantage of Mr. Kaplan's research and personal experience, written in a highly readable format that both you and your child will navigate with confidence."

—Pat Jermov, Parent