You’ve written your Common App essay (aka the personal statement). Great! You’ve finished the first piece. Now it’s crucial to understand how to write the college supplemental essays. The college supplemental essays are more than just an extra requirement. They’re your chance to show a college why you and they are a perfect match. With…
In the ultra-competitive world of college admissions, WHEN and HOW you apply can be just as important as WHERE you apply. Applying early admissions, a proven strategy for gaining an edge, is to take advantage of early application options. At International College Counselors (ICC), we help students and families cut through the noise and choose…
You don’t get an MBA because it’s easy. So why get an MBA? You get one because you’re going somewhere. Whether you’re leading a company, launching your own, or looking to change lanes entirely—an MBA can be the most powerful tool in your professional arsenal. It’s not just about business. It’s about your business: your…
Your Common Application Personal Statement is one of the most important pieces of your college application. It’s the one place where you get to “speak” directly to the admissions committee in your own voice. This is your chance to give them more reason to admit you. But how do you actually do that? Start by…
The author of this blog, ICC Director of College Advising Nicole M. Jobson, is a recognized expert in STEM, graduate school, and law school admissions. Her law school advising has helped hundreds of clients secure admissions to top-ranked programs—including T14/17 schools as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. Her approach emphasizes leading with one’s strengths,…