College Admissions

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Everything Families Need to Know About University of Florida Admissions (Tips!)

The writer of this week’s blog, ErikMcLeod, a Director of College Advising at International College Counselors shares his expertise with University of Florida Admissions tips. Erik has 13 years of success helping hundreds of students gain admission to the Florida public universities. In addition to touring their campuses extensively and attending the State University System…

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Everything Families Need to Know About The University of Texas at Austin Admissions

Test scores are officially required again on the 40 acres!  Last week, The University of Texas at Austin reinstated SAT and ACT requirements as part of the first-year admission process. UT is just one in a growing list of selective universities to require test scores again after most went test optional as a result of…

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DON’T. GIVE. UP: The Power of a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI)

It’s the last leg of a very, very long and grueling marathon. Your legs hurt, your feet burn, and you are waaay over this whole running thing. What would you do? Better yet, what does the champion do? With the college finish line ahead, we encourage our students: DON’T. GIVE. UP. There’s one last thing…

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Parenting Wisdom: 12 Tips for Supporting Your Teen Through College Admissions

As we wind down the college admissions cycle for the Class of 2024, we know parents with younger students might be anxious about what’s to come. Parents, this week is about you and how to support your teen. We’re hosting a webinar this Thursday on the Parent’s Role in the College Admissions Process, offering advice that will empower…

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How to Navigate an Early Action/ Early Decision Deferral

Receiving an early action/ early decision deferral after applying for Early Decision (ED) or Early Action (EA) can be an unexpected turn in your college application journey. It’s natural to feel disappointed and uncertain about what steps to take next. However, note that the deferral isn’t a rejection; it simply means the admission committee needs…