College Search Our Counselors Answered: What is “need blind” and “need sensitive” admissions? 15answers for this question Kim GlenchurEducational ConsultantCollegesGPS Admissions decisions and the ability to pay Colleges range from need-blind (ability to pay is not part of the admission decision) to need-sensitive, need-conscious, or need-aware (ability to pay may determine admission). But mind the fine print. Need-blind colleges may not meet an admitted student’s full financial need, a situation called “gapping.” Need-sensitive policies may …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: Do prep school students have an automatic advantage? 21answers for this question Natalie Sanchez CamposOwnerNext Step LLC Do prep school students have an automatic advantage? Academically, students who attend rigorous high schools or home school environments are best prepared for college level coursework. Although prep school students have significant support, I’ve helped homeless and foster kids from low-performing public schools attend the best colleges in the country. Good things can …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: Do rich kids have an automatic advantage in college admissions? 20answers for this question Tira HarpazFounderCollegeBound Advice Do rich kids have an automatic advantage in college admissions? Not necessarily. Applicants with financial resources generally have access to experiences and services (i.e. tutoring) that can give them a leg up in the admissions process. In addition, they are sometimes legacies at competitive colleges or have families who have connections at some …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: Do you need to have a prospective major, or is it okay to be undecided? 44answers for this question Karen Ekman-BaurDirector of College CounselingLeysin American School Is It Okay to be Undecided about a Major? If a student is relatively certain about what he/she wants to study, then it can make sense to indicate a prospective major when applying to college. Many students, however, are not at all decided about …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: Does class size matter? 117answers for this question Brittany MaschalFounder/DirectorB. Maschal Educational Consulting Does class size matter? In my opinion, yes. But for some students, no. If you went to a small high school where class sizes were small and the learning environment was intimate, you may want this type of learning environment in college. Large lecture utilizing auditorium style seating may not be for you. If you went to …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do you build a good relationship with your high school guidance counselor? 30answers for this question Reena Gold KaminsFounderCollege, Career & Life, LLC. How do you build a good relationship with your high school guidance counselor? Introduce yourself early in your high school career and check in often. The average counselor in the US has more than 400 students to worry about. And, on average is only able to …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do you deal with overbearing parents during the college process? 67answers for this question Andrew BelascoCEOCollege Transitions LLC How do you deal with overbearing parents during the college process? Higher education is a big investment, and deciding where to attend college is a very important life decision; so, I can empathize with some parents’ tendency/desire to micromanage their child’s college-going process. That said, it is important that students take …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do you go about contacting alumni from a school you’re interested in? 45answers for this question Kristina DooleyIndependent Educational ConsultantEstrela Consulting How do you go about contacting alumni from a school you’re interested in? The easiest way to connect with alumni from a school you are interested in is to ask the admission counselor with whom you are working. Many schools have alumni-admission programs that work to connect prospective …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do you indicate to a school that they are your first choose besides early decision? 25answers for this question Reecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless For College, Inc. How do you indicate to a school that they are your first choose besides early decision? Mention it in your essay(s), but it should have been revealed at your interview – you did have one, didn’t you? Carita Del ValleFounderAcademic …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do you know if community college is right for you? 45answers for this question Ed GarciaAssistant Professor/CounselorAustin Community College How do you know if community college is right for you? t Kiersten MurphyExecutive Director and FounderMurphy College Consultants LLC How do you know if community college is right for you? If you don’t feel ready to leave home, if you need to save money or if you need some …
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