Sophomore year might feel early to start thinking seriously about college—but trust us, it’s the perfect time to lay the foundation with 10th grade college prep. Tenth grade is all about building momentum. Colleges aren’t just looking at what you do junior and senior year; they want to see consistent academic effort, meaningful involvement, and…
International College Counselors is thrilled to welcome Jeffrey “Jay” Durso-Finley to our team as a new Director of College Advising. With his extensive experience in college admissions, Jay, a college advisor South Florida, will provide personalized guidance to undergraduate and graduate students navigating the college application process. His expertise will further strengthen our team’s collaborative…
In the journey towards college admission, high school students often find themselves consumed by a whirlwind of academics, standardized tests, and GPA calculations. However, there’s another crucial aspect that plays a pivotal role in shaping a well-rounded and successful college application: extracurricular activities — for college admissions and for your student. With the limited “real…
As the school year winds down, many students are looking forward to summer break. But there is one important task juniors should handle now—deciding who will write their recommendation letters for college admissions. These letters are a key part of the college application and can provide admissions readers with valuable insight into a student’s character,…
When students take AP, IB, AICE, or Dual Enrollment classes, they get a chance to tackle college-level material while still in high school. These programs encourage students to dive deeper into subjects, sharpen their critical thinking, and get a feel for what college coursework is like. Many schools that use weighted GPA systems reward the…
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