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7 Great Ways for Parents of High School Students to Spend Their Tax Refunds

According to the Internal Revenue Service, the average tax refund this year is roughly $3,000, reported CNN (4.3.14). Here are some great suggestions on what to do with the refunded money for parents of teenagers who plan to attend college: 1. Pay for tutoring. The importance of grades for colleges cannot be ignored. The GPA…

VIP Applications: What are they?

Mandee Heller Adler, expert college advisor and CEO of International College Counselors, write about the VIP Applications that select high school seniors may receive. As the college advisors at International College Counselors understand, VIP Applications also come under the names “Presidential Select,” “Select Scholar,” “Priority Application,” and others. These special applications are primarily a marketing ploy with benefits for both the school and the student. International College Counselors help a wide range of students navigate the college admissions process.Mandee Heller Adler, expert college advisor and CEO of International College Counselors, write about the VIP Applications that select high school seniors may receive. As the college advisors at International College Counselors understand, VIP Applications also come under the names “Presidential Select,” “Select Scholar,” “Priority Application,” and others. These special applications are primarily a marketing ploy with benefits for both the school and the student. International College Counselors help a wide range of students navigate the college admissions process.

College Admissions Tips for Students with Learning Disabilities

Almost every accredited university provides support services for students with learning disabilities. These services vary in quality and extent from school to school.  For students with disabilities, it is imperative to find the school that is the best ‘fit’ in providing programs, policies, procedures, and facilities that meet your needs. Below are some tips on…

10 Ways of Handling the Other March Madness: College Acceptances and Rejections

March madness is here. Anxiety is in full swing. Surprising to many, the craziness has nothing to do with basketball and brackets.  Students and parents are thinking of college admissions. It’s around that time acceptance letters are on their way – or will soon be on their way. Parents need to be the supportive rock,…

How To Work with Your High School College Counselor

A high school guidance counselor can be very helpful when applying to college. Guidance counselors are there to help students succeed.  They may help students plan their high school schedules, find “best-fit” colleges, fill out applications, write letters of recommendation, find scholarships, and more. Students, at your meeting, be friendly, but respectful, and let your…