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…
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…
🎉 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…
When it comes to college admissions, students often focus on GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, and essays. But there’s another factor—less discussed, yet increasingly important—that can influence admissions decisions: demonstrated interest. Demonstrated interest in college admissions. Show colleges you’re serious about them—and stand out. What Is Demonstrated Interest in College Admissions? Demonstrated interest in college admissions…
When it comes to applying to college, families often start with one overarching question: “What’s the best school our student can get into?” In most cases, that question leads them straight to best college rankings—lists that promise to separate the “top” colleges from the rest. But here’s the truth: rankings are not one-size-fits-all, and they…