Roughly 14% of public school students have a learning difference. Many of those students can—and do—thrive in college. But first, students with learning differences, like any student, need to navigate the college admissions process. Here are some tips on college admissions for students with learning differences. How to Find Colleges that Accommodate Learning Differences and…
Once again, it’s March, which means it’s time to make your picks, draw up your brackets, and watch your favorite schools compete for the NCAA championship title. But March isn’t only the time for hoop dreams; it’s for college dreams as well. Students across the country are finally receiving admissions decisions from a multitude of…
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….
Perhaps you’ve heard: the SAT is changing. No longer will students need sharpened No. 2 pencils or to double check that their answer sheets are completely bubbled in. Starting next year, the SAT will be administered in a digital format. The changes will begin in 2023 in other countries and in 2024 in the United…
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,…