About Us

About My College Guide

For over 25 years, college degree seekers have placed their trust in My College Guide as the go-to resource for the next step in their educational journey. We understand that your education and career decisions are deeply personal choices, no matter if you are starting your online degree straight out of high school or if you’re a working parent of two kids looking to complete an online degree program. That’s why we put our vast expertise and knowledge of the continuing education landscape to work for you, giving you the information you need to confidently select the school and program that best meets your needs.

How We Work

Our team of education experts is passionate about bringing you the latest tools, information, and resources to support you in achieving your personal, academic, and career goals. We provide you with access to authoritative and current online resources. Supporting you in achieving your goals is what drives us to deliver expert guidance so you can expand your skills and knowledge, continue your education, or advance in your career.

Take charge of your future with a world of information at your fingertips thanks to our comprehensive educational database, which gives you the opportunity to

Identify and research career opportunities.
Find the online programs and degrees that meet your specific goals.
Contact and get information from the best colleges, universities, and programs for you.

Why Choose Us

All of our college and program resources are designed with one critical consideration in mind, YOU. You are the most important factor in deciding what comes next for you. You have different needs, skills, and life circumstances than the student next to you. That’s why we put you in control of the process, arming you with all of the resources you need, from college rankings to financial aid information to job outlooks so you have a fully transparent view of what your future may look like during and after program completion.

Our slogan is ‘Life changes. Keep up with it.’ and we practice what we preach. We know that the flexibility of obtaining an online degree is often the only realistic and convenient option if you’re currently employed or seeking employment, have family responsibilities, or are juggling financial or other challenges that keep you from devoting full time to getting your degree or attending a campus program. So, we’re committed to providing adult learners with the information and tools they need to make the right degree, program, and career decisions for them.

How We Make Money

Because colleges and universities across the nation trust My College Guide as a definitive guide for students seeking continuing education, all of our services are free. We’re compensated by schools we partner with only when a potential student requests information from one of the schools. Sponsored schools are identified by words such as “Ad,” “Sponsored” or similar language. We value your privacy, so we only share your information with the schools or programs you tell us you’re interested in.

Michael Gluckstern, Publisher

Michael Gluckstern has served as Publisher of My College Guide since 2005. He is responsible for the day-to-day operations as well as overall content and marketing strategy to ensure that our visitors have the best information to achieve their degree, program and career goals. Prior to joining My College Guide he spent 25 years as a practicing attorney representing primarily media and publishing companies. Michael believes in providing the most accurate and current information as possible so you can make the best decision for you when making your degree, school and career choices. Michael earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland and his Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University.

Kimberly Horn, Content Manager

As the content manager for My College Guide, Kim brings over 20 years of experience optimizing and driving traffic to websites through content creation that is targeted at what users are seeking. Kim guides MCG’s digital marketing strategy to help those who are considering an online degree make the best decision for their personal and career goals. Kim’s passion is helping people easily and quickly find the guidance they need to make the most informed decision possible. Kim lives in Michigan with her husband, two children and her dog Luna.

Lindsay Aldini, Writer and Social Media Manager

Lindsay Aldini is a writer, graphic designer and social media consultant and has been a member of the My College Guide team for since 2010. She is passionate about online degree programs and sharing all the latest info through our MCG social media platforms. Lindsay’s professional experience includes working with mid-sized and independent media companies and publishers as a social media director, writer and graphic designer. She has also handled social media, branding and marketing for numerous businesses throughout the country. Lindsay’s home base is in central Iowa, where she is a wife, mother and foster mother.

Wendy Burt-Thomas, Writer and Editor

Wendy Burt-Thomas is the author of four books and has been a contributing writer and editor on several others. Wendy has been with My College Guide since 2005. She left her job as the editor of a business newspaper nearly 20 years ago and has been a full-time freelance writer, editor and PR specialist since. Wendy is the author of more than 1,000 published articles, reviews, essays and short stories. Her work has appeared in such publications as NewYorkTimes.com, MSNBC.com, The Writer, Family Circle and many other national, local and online publications. She lives in Colorado with her husband, two teens and a chaotic collection of furry and feathered friends.

Nicki Charles, Contributor and Advisor

Dr. Nicki Charles is the Director of the Northwestern University Summer Session in the School of Professional Studies, which offers a broad range of part-time master's degree, bachelor's degree and certificate programs. She is also the Director of Summer Session at Northwestern University. Before joining Northwestern, Nicki was with Duke University for 14 years where she created and directed the pre-college and international field studies programs. Nicki has presented extensively to students and parents in the area of college preparation for students worldwide. Prior to working in the university environment, Nicki served as a school counselor in institutions in the United States and abroad for 16 years.

Vikrampal Singh, Developer

Vik has over 15 years of experience in developing and programming websites, and has been a member of MCG’s team since 2015. Vik makes sure the function and design of our site helps our visitors find the information they’re looking for as efficiently and quickly as possible.