Every year, thousands of students with exceptional grades, high test scores, and impressive résumés are denied admission to Ivy League and highly selective colleges. Families sometimes assume admissions decisions are random. In reality, many students misunderstand what these colleges are truly looking for and what actually makes applicants competitive. At International College Counselors, we have…
Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on their 2026 college admissions results! International College Counselors is proud to celebrate another exceptional year of admissions success. This year, ICC students earned admission to hundreds of colleges and universities across the United States and internationally, including all eight Ivy League institutions as well as highly selective schools…
Ivy League and other highly selective colleges are among the most prestigious and academically demanding institutions in the world. As applicant pools continue to grow, gaining admission has become increasingly competitive—and requires thoughtful strategy and preparation. In this webinar, Jeffrey “Jay” Durso-Finley, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors and former Senior Associate Director…
If your student has been waitlisted, you likely have more questions than answers. In our previous blog, we outlined what to do next and how to approach the waitlist strategically. This follow-up on college waitlist 2026 continues the conversation—addressing the most common questions families have and clarifying what to expect in the weeks and months…
Ivy Day is here. For some families, it will bring celebration. For others, questions and a need for college waitlist strategy 2026. And it’s not just the Ivies, students are receiving decisions from colleges across the country, each one shaping what comes next. But behind every decision—yes, no, or waitlist—is something far more important than…