College Admissions

A photo illustrating college counselor Miami at International College Counselors shares why applying early admissions is important for college bound students.

The Power of Applying Early Admissions: the Right Strategy Can Make All the Difference

In the ultra-competitive world of college admissions, WHEN and HOW you apply can be just as important as WHERE you apply. Applying early admissions, a proven strategy for gaining an edge, is to take advantage of early application options. At International College Counselors (ICC), we help students and families cut through the noise and choose…

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 International College Counselors sharing how to demonstrate interest to a college—and why demonstrated interest in college admissions matters.

How to Demonstrate Interest to a College—And Why Demonstrated Interest in College Admissions Matters

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…

A photo illustrating expert college advisor Miami at International College Counselors exposes the truth about best college rankings.

The Truth About Best College Rankings: What Matters More Than The Numbers

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…