Webinars & Seminars
July 29, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
Write an Amazing College Application Essay
Get a head start on your Common Application essay. The college application essay is one of the most powerful opportunities to stand out in the admissions process. This in-depth webinar demystifies the Common App personal statement and shows students how thoughtful storytelling and word choice can turn an application from “maybe” to “yes.”
In this webinar, participants will:
- Understand what admissions officers are truly looking for in a compelling essay
- Learn how to select the Common App prompt that best fits their story
- Identify and develop a meaningful, authentic personal narrative
- Gain strategies for drafting, revising, and polishing an essay ready for submission
Join Aimee Heller, Essay Specialist at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar.
A Q&A will follow the presentation. Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
August 12, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
Athletic Recruiting: How to Self-Recruit
If you or your student want to play sports in college but coaches aren’t calling yet, how do you take control of the process, enter the athletic recruiting pipeline, and find the right place to play?
This presentation is designed for parents of student-athletes and student-athletes who hope to compete in college but are not currently being recruited.
In this presentation, attendees will:
- Learn how student-athletes can come to the attention of coaches if they’re not currently being recruited
- Understand the stages of the intercollegiate athletic recruiting process
- Explore how academic strengths and athletic ability factor into college admissions
- Gain insight into how to research and evaluate colleges and universities for athletic opportunities
Join Jeffrey “Jay” Durso-Finley, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors and former Senior Associate Director of Admission at Brown University and author of Understanding Athletic Recruiting: A Comprehensive Guide for the High School Student-Athlete, for this free, interactive webinar.
Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
August 19, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
Strategic Storytelling: How to Write Supplemental Essays That Stand Out
The personal statement is only one part of the college application. Supplemental essays give students another important opportunity to show colleges who they are, why they are interested, and how they will contribute to a campus community.
Join Aimee Heller, Essay Specialist at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar on how students can approach supplemental essays with strategy and purpose. Families will learn what colleges are really asking in common prompts and how students can use these essays to strengthen their applications. Topics We’ll Cover:
- What supplemental essays are and why they matter in college admissions
- What colleges are really trying to learn from these essays
- How to approach the most common supplemental essay prompts
- How to demonstrate genuine interest and strong college fit
- Common supplemental essay mistakes and how to avoid them
This session is ideal for rising seniors and their families.
A Q&A will follow the presentation. Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
September 2, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
Start the School Year Off Right
Summer is over, and the school year is a fresh opportunity to build momentum and make purposeful choices. This presentation helps students and families start the year with a clear plan for academic and extracurricular success.
In this presentation, participants will learn the importance of:
- Reviewing course selections and pursuing academic growth
- Getting involved in meaningful extracurricular activities
- Exploring and applying for scholarships early
- Understanding what colleges value and how to stand out in the admissions process
Join Kerri Medina, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar.
Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
September 10, 2026 @ 7:30 PM ET
Illuminating the Testing Maze for College Admissions
Navigating college admissions tests like the SAT and ACT is a critical step on the path to college. This webinar is designed to illuminate the college admissions testing process and provide actionable steps for success.
In this webinar, we will explore:
- College Test Score Policies: Get to know the different policies and what they really mean.
- The SAT vs. ACT: Clarify their differences and how to determine which test to focus on.
- The CLT: Learn about this newer admissions test and where it fits in.
- A Smart Testing Timeline: Outline a strategic plan that answers when to test and how often to maximize score potential.
- Insider Strategies: Gain expert tips for effective preparation and test-day readiness to build confidence and maximize scores.
Join Brittany Edwards, Director of Instruction and Training at Bright World Tutors, for this free, interactive webinar. With more than 14 years of experience in standardized test preparation, academic tutoring, curriculum development, and educator training, Brittany knows what works.
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
September 16, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
Applying to Four-Year Public Universities in Florida
Florida has some of the top colleges in the nation for both academics and value.
In this free webinar, participants will learn:
- What makes each Florida public college unique
- The eligibility requirements and the admissions rates for Florida colleges
- How your student can stand out to admissions
Join Kerri Medina, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar.
Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
October 7, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
Cracking Ivy League Admissions
What does it really take to stand out when nearly every applicant has strong grades, challenging coursework, and impressive activities? Admission to Ivy League and other highly selective colleges has become increasingly competitive. Success requires more than checking the right boxes.
Webinar participants will learn:
- How Ivy League and highly selective colleges differ
- What acceptance rates do and do not reveal
- What admissions officers look for beyond grades and test scores
- How course rigor, extracurricular depth, leadership, and personal qualities influence decisions
- The role of early application plans
- Strategies students can use to strengthen their candidacy and improve their chances of admission
Join Kerri Medina, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar. Kerri has helped students gain admission to all eight Ivy League universities, as well as other highly selective institutions, including Stanford and MIT. A Q&A will follow the presentation.
Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
November 10, 2026 @ 6:30 PM ET
PSAT: Ready for What’s Next?
You’ve taken the PSAT — your first official step into the world of college admissions testing. Your scores are in, but what do they actually mean? This webinar is designed to help you decode your results, understand what they mean for your college journey, and build a strategic plan for what lies ahead.
In this webinar, we will discuss:
- Your PSAT Results: Decode your score report to reveal strengths and target key areas for improvement.
- The National Merit Scholarship: Understand your index score, what it takes to win, and the other financial assistance opportunities it unlocks.
- Choosing Your Path: Break down the SAT vs. ACT decision with a clear framework.
- Building Your Timeline: Map out a personalized testing calendar that fits your schedule and maximizes your potential.
- Preparation That Works: Walk away with concrete strategies to start preparing effectively.
Join Brittany Edwards, Director of Instruction and Training at Bright World Tutors, for this free, interactive webinar. With more than 14 years of experience in standardized test preparation, academic tutoring, curriculum development, and educator training, Brittany knows what works.
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
November 18, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
College Admissions: Everything You Need to Know
The college admissions process can seem confusing and stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. After this webinar, students and their parents will understand:
- What students need to do in high school in order to stand out, improve their odds of admission, and make a college want them
- What students should look for in selecting a college
- The role grades, standardized tests, course load, and extracurricular activities play in order for students to get into the college of their choice
Join Kerri Medina, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar.
A Q&A will follow the presentation. Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
December 16, 2026 @ 7 PM ET
Graduate School Admissions: How to Build a Strong Application
Graduate school can open the door to deeper expertise, expanded career opportunities, professional advancement, and greater earning potential. But gaining admission to the right program requires more than strong credentials. It requires thoughtful planning, clear positioning, and an application that communicates both readiness and purpose.
This webinar will help prospective graduate students understand the admissions process, make strategic decisions, and build a more compelling application.
Participants will learn:
- How to determine whether graduate school is the right next step
- How to identify programs that align with their academic interests and career goals
- How to navigate application timelines, testing, prerequisites, and required materials
- How to present their academic, professional, and personal experiences with clarity and impact • What admissions committees look for in competitive applicants
- Practical ways to strengthen their candidacy and stand out in the applicant pool
Join Kerri Medina, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar. Kerri has helped students successfully navigate admissions to graduate and professional programs, including law school, medical school, MBA programs, and other advanced degree programs.
A Q&A will follow the presentation. Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
January 14, 2027 @ 6:30 PM ET
The Busy Student’s Guide to the SAT & ACT
Balancing a demanding course load with test prep can feel very overwhelming. This webinar is designed to help busy students build a smart, sustainable testing strategy that fits their schedule.
We will illuminate:
- To Test or Not To Test: Understand college admissions test score policies and when you should or should not opt out of testing.
- Score Goals That Make Sense: See how to set strategic score targets based on your college aspirations.
- SAT or ACT?: Walkaway with a practical framework to help you choose the test that plays to your strengths.
- Building a Realistic Timeline: How to map out your testing schedule without overwhelming your already-packed calendar.
- Practice Tests Done Right: How to take them, review them, and actually learn from them.
Join Brittany Edwards, Director of Instruction and Training at Bright World Tutors, for this free, interactive webinar. With more than 14 years of experience in standardized test preparation, academic tutoring, curriculum development, and educator training, Brittany knows what works.
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
January 20, 2027 @ 7 PM ET
Using Extracurricular Activities to Gain the Edge in College Admissions
Academic success and standardized test scores are only part of what gets a student accepted into college. A student’s extracurricular activities show a student’s talent, commitment, and curiosity, and can oftentimes ‘tip the admissions scale.’
Participants will learn:
- How admissions officers evaluate extracurricular activities
- How to get started with and stand out using school-based activities, personal interests, work experience, and more
- Why quality is more important than quantity
Join Kerri Medina, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, for this free, interactive webinar.
A Q&A will follow the presentation. Send your questions in advance to: [email protected]
Even if you can’t make it to this webinar, register, and we’ll email you a link to the recording following the webinar.
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Testimonials
During the past ten years, the Friends of the Stirling Road Library has partnered with International College Counselors to create, develop, and present programs regarding the college admissions process…Since our initial program, we have become the “go-to” library for this initiative, thanks to the outstanding content and presentations of ICC and our college program has served hundreds of students and their families during this time…The presenters from ICC were professional, thorough, and dynamic. As in the past, our group was impressed with the quality and breadth of the presentations…The positive feedback from the families, together with the recognition we have received from the community, confirms that these programs are the jewel in our offerings and we value our partnership with ICC.
Hannah Handler Hostyk
Co-President, Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library
Thank you! I thought your presentation was wonderful and time appropriate. So many changes since my college years. I will be contacting the branches in the north area to let them know what a great job you do! Hopefully, in the future, WBB will be able to create more interest with our students and parents in this demanding, time-essential life hurdle their children will face.
Cynthia Permenter
Branch Manager, West Boynton Branch Library
Your presentation was well received by our members based on their positive comments. You held the audience’s interest with your excellent speaking skills and engaging presentation filled with relevant information about the college application process. You kept it fun and light. I know our members left with a greater understanding of how to get ready for college and why it is important to start early.
Beatriz Lluch Ceruti
Gardens Branch Library
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