More and more first-year college students are spending their first semester or freshman year at college studying abroad. There are a number of reasons students decide to do this: 1. To complete “boring” core requirements in an exciting setting. For students eager to start their major, freshman year may be a good time to earn…
Each year, over 3.2 million students take either the SAT or the ACT. Many students take both tests. That’s a lot of stress. However, students may be able to breathe just a slight bit easier. Many colleges don’t think much of the writing part. Apparently, colleges are now seeing what so many high school students…
Sandra was extremely helpful and professional and guided my daughter throughout the entire application process to colleges in the U.S. As an international student, it is very difficult to apply to colleges in the U.S. because the admissions process is completely different from the one in Italy. Sandra was so important to us and her…
The main personal statement for the Common Application and/or Coalition Application is often just one of the essays you’ll need to write for college admissions. Many schools include their own school-specific essays, also known as supplemental essays. These are additional pieces of writing that give admissions officers the chance to get to know you better. Supplemental essay…
Congratulations to the Class of 2018 At International College Counselors, we pride ourselves on our ability to work with students of all backgrounds to find their “best fit” college. Each year, as the competition increases, our students continue to impress us with their hard work, skill, and drive—all traits that admissions officers look for in…