What is the Difference between Application Deadlines?
As a college counselor, it is important to guide your students on what to ask during their college visits to help them make informed decisions. Here is a list of questions to ask when visiting colleges.
College Visit Checklist
As a college counselor, it is important to guide your students on what to ask during their college visits to help them make informed decisions. Here is a list of questions to ask when visiting colleges.
Back to school guide - College Edition
Time is running out because you have just a few weeks to pack your whole life into boxes before heading off to college. Just kidding…I promise. My advice is not to do what I did when heading to college and that was to pack two cars to the brim with every foreseeable item possible, this also included a dress to wear to hypothetical fraternity formals.
Vicki Vollweiler and Four Year Academic Planning
It was Lynne’s pleasure to speak with Vicki Vollweiler about our Four-Year Academic Planning model and just how important it is for families to establish a foundation for academic curiosity and identity exploration before embarking on a student's high school career.
Five Themes for a Compelling Personal Statement
As college counselors one of the most critical aspects of our role is guiding students through ideas for the personal statement writing process. Crafting an exceptional personal statement requires careful consideration and an understanding of what topics will resonate with admissions officers.
10 Tips on Crafting a Great Personal Statement for College
Writing a strong personal statement for college admissions is your chance to stand out from the crowd and showcase your unique experiences, aspirations, and personality; an opportunity to show your best qualities and characteristics.
Demystifying the College Application Process
As college counselors, we understand that the college application process can seem overwhelming for high school students. However, with a clear roadmap, a well-structured timeline, and a few helpful tips, this journey can become a manageable and introspective experience.
How to Write a Brag Sheet
Keeping track of your activities is essential to accurately track your experiences, reflect on your interests, and identify growth opportunities. The following article highlights some of the key features you will want to share with colleges, internships, and more.
Finding the Best Extracurriculars for College and Beyond
Academic clubs, part-time jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities provide valuable opportunities for you to explore your interests and passions while also showcasing your experience, initiative, and dedication.
20 Notable Colleges Who Excel In Supporting Students With Learning Differences
As a college counselor, I understand the unique challenges that students with learning differences face when it comes to entering into higher education. Fortunately, there are many colleges that offer specialized programs and resources to help students succeed.
So, What Do College Admissions Look For?
At College Flight Path, one question that frequently arises is why the admissions landscape seems to fluctuate, with some colleges and universities becoming easier to get into during certain cycles while harder in others. This puzzling phenomenon has perplexed many applicants and parents, but it can be attributed to various factors.
The Test Optional Conundrum
In recent years, the landscape of college admissions has undergone a significant transformation. The traditional emphasis on standardized test scores as a criterion for evaluating applicants has been challenged by the rise of test optional and test-free policies.
How To negotiate Financial Aid: negotiating Scholarships
As a college counselor, I understand that the cost of attending college can be a significant burden for many families. Financial aid packages are not set in stone, and students can negotiate for more aid if they have new circumstances in their life that affect their ability to pay for college1. Here are some tips to help students renegotiate their financial aid package to help them get the best possible outcome.
How to Build a College List
As a college counselor, one of the most common questions I receive from high school students is how to pick colleges based on their intended major. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to decide which college and universities to apply to. Here are some tips for building a balanced college list that is a good fit for your academic interests and future goals.
College Flight Path’s Application Checklist
As a college counselor, I have helped thousands of students navigate the application process. One of the most important aspects of this process is ensuring that students have all the necessary materials to submit an application that summarizes the best of their high school experience. In this article, I will discuss the materials needed to apply to college, including student activities, personal identification information, honors and awards, and any other details required for the Common Application, followed by a tool that you can download to help you get organized.