August 1 marked the kickoff of college application season. This is the date that the Common Application officially opened for the Class of 2025 and parents and students are requesting Common App tips. Here are some Common App tips for completing it. And if you’re still feeling stressed or overwhelmed, do not hesitate to work with one…
Attention Class of 2025! The moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived. The 2024-25 Common App is officially open. Now there’s a lot of work to do and many details to tend to as the deadlines swiftly approach. If you’re feeling stressed about the application journey ahead, this is completely normal. How can you reduce…
Many families hire International College Counselors with the sole intention of helping reduce college application process stress and anxiety. Three ICC team members recently attended The Southern Association for College Admission Counseling Conference (SACAC) in Jacksonville, FL, and heard a common theme among college admissions representatives: Students and parents are more stressed out about the…
As families receive early round decisions, many students are preparing for the January regular round decisions. What’s also creeping up are holiday plans, family travel, and midterm finals. This may all feel overwhelming – this is also understandable. Help with the College Application & Essays – It Takes a Team For new seniors, International College Counselors is…
There are many benefits to turning in your application in advance of the actual deadline. At International College Counselors, we recommend students submit their college applications at least three weeks before the admissions deadline. Why should students aim to get their college applications in early? Here are some reasons. 1. Peak performance. Stress kills productivity. Rushing to get…