Juniors: what you do this summer—the last summer before your college applications—can push your college application from maybe to yes. Use your time wisely. You’ve worked so hard to get to this point; don’t lose momentum. You’re almost done! If you need support, a push, and/or refinement, International College Counselors is here for you. Here’s…
May 1st is right around the corner—the weather is warmer, flowers are blooming, and high school seniors are tasked with deciding where they will go to college in the fall. In addition to being a celebration of springtime, May 1st is also National Decision Day. If your student has been accepted to more than one…
Writing a resume as a high school student may seem like a daunting task. You might be asking yourself, “Why do I need a resume?” or “What will my resume look like if I don’t have much work experience?” It is important to know that resumes have many benefits: Many colleges and universities will require…
The day has finally come. You’ve been accepted to college! Congratulations! While this is certainly cause for celebration, there is still plenty to do… Here are some things to keep in mind now that you have received your acceptance: Review all your options. Unless you applied Early Decision, wait until you hear from all the…
This morning the College Board made two big announcements in the world of college admissions: for students in the U.S., both the SAT Subject Tests and the SAT essay writing section will be discontinued. At International College Counselors, we’ve been hearing rumors for a while, and today College Board made it official. There were 20…