College Admissions

A photo illustrating a college advisor South Florida at International College Counselors reveals the hidden gems among South Carolina colleges and universities.

Hidden Gems of South Carolina (Colleges and Universities)

Erik McLeod, a Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, is the writer of this week’s blog on South Carolina colleges and universities. As a college counselor in South Florida for 12 years, and now advising remotely from my home state of South Carolina, I often start the application process by asking students if…

A photo which illustrates an expert college advisor from international College Counselors shares University of Florida Admissions tips.

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…

A photo which shows International College Counselors offers insight and tips for students and parents interested in The University of Texas at Austin admissions.

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…

A photo illustrating International College Counselors offers tips for how to write a letter of continued interest for college admissions.

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…

Photo illustrating International College Counselors offers 12 tips for parents on how to support your teen with college admissions.

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…