So far, 2020 has proven to be a year of big changes, and the college admissions process is no different. Some pieces of the application that used to be required are now optional, and what colleges mean by “optional” needs further explanation and clarification. What “test optional” means Test optional means just that: it is…
Soon-to-be college graduates may find it difficult to land a job for reasons having nothing to do with them–and everything to do with the coronavirus. One option students in this position may want to consider is graduate school. Grad school can be a real opportunity to increase future earning potential while riding out a tough…
As we approach the end of the school year, this is a great time for juniors to start working on their personal statements for college admissions. By taking advantage of extra time now to work through multiple drafts of their essay, they can better ensure their essay is the best it can be. Strong essays…
Each new day of the COVID-19 crisis brings changes. However, what doesn’t change is International College Counselors’ commitment to delivering dedicated service and the latest news to our families. Standardized testing options have particularly been impacted by the pandemic. Listed here are the most recent updates from the world of testing. SAT: The College Board…
Traditionally, May 1 has been designated as Decision Day, the day when high school seniors commit to a college by submitting their deposits for the coming academic year. As everyone across the world copes with coronavirus, more than 300 colleges and universities have moved back their commitment deadline to June 1. For many, the pushing back…