College Planning

Applying as a College Transfer:  Six Helpful Tips

Nearly a quarter of American college students who start at one four-year institution will transfer to a different one to finish their degree. So if you’re thinking of transferring, you’re far from alone.   At International College Counselors, we know how important it is for students to like—and be a good fit for—the school they attend….

Virtual and In-Person College Fairs Offer Opportunities to Connect with College Representatives

High school students and their parents can explore college options by attending an in-person or virtual college fair—a gathering of dozens of college fair representatives all in one place at one time. At a college fair, you can chat with a school representative and/or drop in on a presentation. At these fairs, admissions representatives provide…

IB, AP, and AICE: They’re all college-level programs; what are the differences?

When students take AP, IB and AICE courses, they are studying college-level material while they’re in high school. These courses challenge students to explore topics in depth and work at a higher level by incorporating critical thinking, analysis, synthesis, multiple perspectives, and verbal communication skills. In a high school that uses a weighted GPA system,…

How to Select the Best High School Courses

How to Select the Best High School Courses

It’s almost time to start picking high school courses for next year. These decisions are important, and students should choose carefully.  Class choice demonstrates a student’s initiative and drive as much as their academic aptitude. One class on a transcript won’t affect whether a student is accepted or denied by a college, but the combination…