You’ve opened the email, read the words, and felt your heart drop just a little: “We are unable to offer you admission at this time… we’d like to offer you a spot on our waitlist.” Being waitlisted can feel like emotional whiplash—not a rejection, but not an acceptance. You’re stuck in the in-between, a tension-filled…
Personalized ICC College Advising with Flexible Pricing and ICC’s Unique Collaborative Approach Picture this: Emma* sits at the dining room table, surrounded by college brochures, her eyes wide with both excitement and panic. Her parents exchange worried glances—they want to support her dreams, but the complexity of college admissions feels overwhelming. The prestigious schools she’s…
Good news for current high school juniors! The Common Application has announced that the essay prompts for the 2025-2026 application cycle will remain unchanged. This means that students can start brainstorming and drafting their essays early without worrying about any last-minute changes. While the prompts remain the same as last year, the way a student answers them…
International College Counselors is thrilled to welcome Jeffrey “Jay” Durso-Finley to our team as a new Director of College Advising. With his extensive experience in college admissions, Jay, a college advisor South Florida, will provide personalized guidance to undergraduate and graduate students navigating the college application process. His expertise will further strengthen our team’s collaborative…
In the journey towards college admission, high school students often find themselves consumed by a whirlwind of academics, standardized tests, and GPA calculations. However, there’s another crucial aspect that plays a pivotal role in shaping a well-rounded and successful college application: extracurricular activities — for college admissions and for your student. With the limited “real…