It’s almost time to start picking high school courses for next year. These decisions are important, and students should choose carefully. Class choice demonstrates a student’s initiative and drive as much as their academic aptitude. One class on a transcript won’t affect whether a student is accepted or denied by a college, but the combination…
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…
High school will never be stress-free. From extracurriculars to schoolwork, there’s much to do. Then there’s the volunteer work, paid work, homework and helping out at home. And it’s still important to take the time to chill. So how do you manage your time while fitting everything in with less stress? Here are some tips from…
High school is a critical time in your child’s life. This is when your child’s academic and professional future will be determined in large part. Start your child off right! The key to choosing the best high school lies first in understanding your child’s specific needs and wants. It also requires you to learn about…