When it comes to college admissions, a student’s grades and course rigor are the most important factors of consideration. But, without a doubt, a student’s extracurricular activities, including faith-based activities, can make a big difference in an application. Not only are extracurriculars great for students as they develop and discover their interests, but they also…
Every October, students across the country take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, or PSAT/NMSQT. Almost all high school students take the PSAT during their junior year. Some students take the PSAT as sophomores (and even as freshmen) to get a feel for the test. Still, you may be wondering why this test is…
Florida’s higher education system is frequently ranked as one of the best in the country. The State University System (SUS) of Florida includes 12 member institutions: UF, FSU, USF, UCF, FAU, FGCU, FIU, UNF, Florida Poly, New College of Florida, UWF, and FAMU. Last week, the college advisors at International College Counselors got updates on…
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…