Students need a balanced college list especially given that, nowadays, students can theoretically apply to more than 4,000 colleges and universities in the U.S. alone. Obviously, this does not mean students should apply to dozens of schools, as not all schools are a good fit for every student. For example, a school might not offer…
Across the country, many high school students are considering which courses to take next year. As they ponder their options, they should know that the level of coursework they choose is an important component of college admissions. Among the tips for choosing high school courses: colleges look for rigor, as well as an indication that a…
Even though high school graduation is years away, planning for college should start in middle school. Establishing goals now and working toward them will pay off in the admission process later. To start smart planning for college in middle school, students should: 1. Establish good study habits Students can start by establishing effective study habits,…
Happy New Year to all parents of high school students! As we adjust to writing the new year on all our documents, there’s still plenty of time to add resolutions to your list. International College Counselors has a few suggestions to help you through the college process and make the time you have left with…
Florida’s higher education system is frequently ranked as one of the best in the country. The State University System (SUS) of Florida includes 12 member institutions: UF, FSU, USF, UCF, FAU, FGCU, FIU, UNF, Florida Poly, New College of Florida, UWF, and FAMU. Last week, the college advisors at International College Counselors got updates on…