Make the Most of Spring and Summer Breaks: Explore College Campuses
Spring and summer breaks are more than just a time to relax or escape the school grind—they’re golden opportunities to help your high schooler (or eve...
3 Tips for Parents and Students: How to Navigate College and Career Conversations
Bridging the GapIn working with students and their parents, I often find myself stepping into the role of mediator. It’s not that one side is “right”...
How Admissions Officers Really View Your College Essay (And Why You Should Care)
At College Career Consultants, we get it—writing a college essay can feel like staring into the abyss of the unknown. That 650-word limit? It’s daunti...
Navigating the FAFSA Maze: What’s Changing in 2024-25?
FAFSA is shedding its old skin in 2024-25, and students and their families have every reason to rejoice. Let's dive into the exciting alterations tha...
Summer Activities to Help Your High Schooler Prepare for College
Guide your student on their college journey by encouraging them to explore college websites and engage in webinars or classes. Find out how this simpl...
Unlocking Your College Story: Creating a Comprehensive Profile
College applications is supposed to be a captivating storybook, a glimpse into your entire life, all within a word limit. It's a story that college ad...
5 Things College Admissions Officers are Looking for in Students
In this blog post, we'll break down what admissions officers want to see in your application beyond your academic achievements.
What is Demonstrated Interest: Why It Matters to Colleges?
Showing demonstrated interest is critical and often ignored. Besides prepping transcripts, crafting essays, and showcasing your extracurricular activi...
6 Essential Etiquettes to Follow During the College Application Process
Applying to college can be a stressful process. It’s important to ensure that your applications are complete, and all of your materials are up to date...
How to Help Your Student Navigate Rejection From Their Dream School
As competition continues to grow tougher year after year, many families are finding themselves navigating conversations about future plans, broken hea...
