Navigating the college admissions process can feel like an insurmountable challenge for students and parents. The pressure is intense and the path to acceptance requires more than just filling out forms and crafting essays. It demands careful planning, a thorough grasp of the admissions landscape, and the ability to highlight a student’s strengths effectively. No…
August 1 marked the kickoff of college application season. This is the date that the Common Application officially opened for the Class of 2025 and parents and students are requesting Common App tips. Here are some Common App tips for completing it. And if you’re still feeling stressed or overwhelmed, do not hesitate to work with one…
Attention Class of 2025! The moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived. The 2024-25 Common App is officially open. Now there’s a lot of work to do and many details to tend to as the deadlines swiftly approach. If you’re feeling stressed about the application journey ahead, this is completely normal. How can you reduce…
Celebrating our 20th anniversary is a true testament to the work of International College Counselors and the thousands of families who have trusted us every step of the way with college admissions support. As part of their application, many colleges ask students to explain why they want to study at that particular institution. And just…
The SAT is going digital! Beginning in spring 2023 for international students and spring 2024 for students in the U.S, SAT takers will take the test on a computer or tablet. (And, beginning this fall, the PSAT will be offered solely in a digital format.) Given that the digital SAT will not be available until…