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Tips for Getting a Good Letter of Recommendation

One of the most important parts of your college applications isn’t even written by you, and that’s the Letter of Recommendation. Most private colleges want one counselor and one or two teacher recommendations. Here are some tips for securing good letters of recommendation: Choose your recommenders wisely. When it comes to choosing whom to ask,…

Avoid these Common Application Mistakes

On August 1 the Common Application went live letting students send out applications to the over 500 colleges that participate in the program. The following are some of the most common mistakes counselors at International College Counselors have seen students make on this college application. Learning from mistakes helps them not get repeated. Failure to…

Be Prepared: The Common App Goes Live August 1

On August 1, the Common Application goes live, and students can start filling out applications to the over 500 colleges that participate in the program. These schools are in 47 states and the District of Columbia, as well as in Austria, France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, and Switzerland. The colleges and university members are of…

School Admissions Consulting for Kindergarten-12th Grade

Choosing the right elementary school, middle school, and high school can be an overwhelming process. There are many, many choices. Make the right decision and you could put your child on a better path to success. Given that, many parents have been asking us to help them choose the right schools that will best pave…

Applying to College as a Prospective Visual or Performing Arts Major

When it comes to applying to colleges as a prospective visual or performing arts major, students must approach admissions with an abundance of passion for their careers. In addition to an application, personal statement and interview, admission requirements include auditions or portfolios. This can be time-consuming and nerve- wracking. Most importantly, students need to find…