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….
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…
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,…
Despite a strained year for most academic institutions, dozens of colleges decided to add new and exciting programs for fall 2021. Both public and private institutions have added undergraduate and graduate degrees – in person and online – as well as certificate programs. Many of these programs are a result of economic, social, and demographic…
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…
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