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College Planning for High School Freshmen and Sophomores

College Planning for High School Freshmen and Sophomores

Embarking on the journey toward college as a freshman or sophomore might seem like looking into the distant future. However, laying the groundwork early with college planning for high school freshman and sophomores can set the stage for a smoother, more fulfilling experience. Whether a student dreams of an Ivy League campus, a state university,…

Tips for Choosing High School Courses

Tips for Choosing High School Courses

Choosing the right high school courses means making important decisions that can impact your student’s future academic opportunities. Colleges look closely at the classes a student selects each year. Their schedule demonstrates their initiative and drive as much as their academic aptitude. Whether a student is entering high school as a freshman or planning their…

Tips on Planning for College in Middle School

Tips on Planning for College in Middle School

For parents of middle school students, the idea of college planning in middle school might seem distant and abstract. However, it’s not too soon to start preparing. At International College Counselors, we start meeting with students as early as 7th grade. Laying a strong foundation early on can greatly enhance your student’s chances of success…

DON’T. GIVE. UP: The Power of a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI)

DON’T. GIVE. UP: The Power of a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI)

It’s the last leg of a very, very long and grueling marathon. Your legs hurt, your feet burn, and you are waaay over this whole running thing. What would you do? Better yet, what does the champion do? With the college finish line ahead, we encourage our students: DON’T. GIVE. UP. There’s one last thing…

Get Free Money! 12 Scholarship Tips for Your Scholarship Search

Get Free Money! 12 Scholarship Tips for Your Scholarship Search

Want free money? Start with the International College Counselors Scholarship Essay Contest.  If you have a student in grade 9-11, they can start now.  Apply here. For scholarship tips on how to win this scholarship and others, as well as how to find other college scholarship opportunities, read on. Scholarships are a great way to pay for college,…