Author: Aimee Heller

Aimee Heller serves as the Director of Communications for International College Counselors and the Chief Operating Officer of Edit the Work. She is an award-winning advertising copywriter who knows how to best showcase a student’s unique achievements, personality and passion in 650 words or less (or more if the essay requirements specify). For 25 years, she worked in New York on a number of accounts including Coca-Cola, IKEA, The History Channel and Moët & Chandon. She also wrote for major news outlets including CBS and The Miami Herald. Aimee graduated cum laude from Boston University with a Bachelors of Arts degree in communications and has a Master’s degree in education from City College of New York. She has worked with students in high schools and boarding schools throughout the United States, helping them attain stellar results with colleges, graduate schools, summer programs and scholarships.
How to Get Accepted to Top Art and Design Colleges

How to Get Accepted to Top Art and Design Colleges

Kerri Medina, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, discusses the unique art/design application requirements and helps demystify the application portfolio. After this webinar participants will understand: Take a look at our upcoming free college admissions webinars. WEBINAR TRANSCRIPT 00:00:05–> 00:00:26Thank you so much for joining me tonight. This, of course, is about how…

A photo illustrating college counselor Miami at International College Counselors shares tips for rising seniors for college admissions success.

Summer Before Senior Year: 10 Things Rising Seniors Should Do for College Admissions Success

The summer before senior year is a great time to unwind—but it’s also a great opportunity to get started on rising seniors college applications. With fewer school-year distractions, students can strategically use this time to reduce stress, strengthen their applications, and stand out to colleges. Here’s how rising seniors can make the most of their…

An illustration of college counselor Miami at International College Counselors shares what students need to know about the college admissions interview.

The College Admissions Interview: What You Need to Know (and Why You Shouldn’t Wait)

When it comes to college admissions, every interaction matters—including the college admissions interview. While very few colleges now offer them, interviews present a powerful opportunity for students to shine beyond the application, essays, and transcripts. They also offer a great tool for demonstrating interest in a particular college. But with so much confusion surrounding their…

Get the College List Right: How to Choose a College

Get the College List Right: How to Choose a College

Amy Shapiro, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, offers advice on narrowing down a student’s college list. Learn how to get your student’s shortlist down by discussing academics, extracurriculars, campus culture, financial concerns, and more. Webinar transcript 00:00:01 –> 00:00:40Hello. My name is Amy Shapiro and I am Director of College Advising at International…

A photo illustrating Mandee Heller Adler Bloomeberg talking about Columbia.

Founder of ICC Mandee Heller Adler in Bloomberg

🎉 Big news! International College Counselors Founder Mandee Heller Adler was quoted in today’s Bloomberg article discussing the impact of recent Columbia campus protests on college admissions. Her insights shed light on how these events are influencing students’ decisions and the broader admissions. Check out the full article here: https://tinyurl.com/4fjx8hu7 Mandee’s expertise at ICC continues…