There's a lot of hype about college admissions these days. While part of it is justified, some of it is not. Admission offers to the most selective schools is sometimes difficult to predict, even for the most competitive students. The good news is that there is a college for everyone and most colleges and universities maintain a very high acceptance rate among applicants.
A student should almost always be accepted at several of his/her choices. The key factor is to target the list so that it includes some reaches, some competitive, and some likely schools. And of course, the student should be excited about the schools that go on the list.
An internet search for colleges always turns up interesting results. Some of the schools are possible matches, but a computer search cannot see, feel, or empathize with a student. It does not understand a fit between personalities and student values. It cannot be subjective.
That’s why working one on one with a professional college counselor can be invaluable. The human touch is absolutely essential in order to make the right match and find the right fit. After visiting several hundred college campuses, you learn a thing or two about what works for some kids and won’t work for others. And when working with international students or Third Culture Kids, there is an additional layer to the fit/match equation.
How do we do it?
- We try to get to know as much as possible about the student -- their background, interests, and ambitions
- Provide personality tests and learning style surveys
- Refine the list of colleges the student could apply to.
- Assist with campus visits (virtual if the student can't go), and what to look for in a college
- Brainstorm ideas for and work on essays
- Establish college planning timelines and keep the process moving forward
- Assist with financial aid information
- Help with the final selection
- Answer all the questions that come up along the way
Perhaps the most important role we can play is that of coach, cheerleader, and objective third party for all of you in a process that can, at times, become a bit stressful within the family.
For more details about how we work with a student, see our three packages of service:
No matter what the situation,
contact us to see how we can help you plan your child's future.
PLEASE NOTE: RNG International Educational Consultants are NOT paid agents of any college or university. We adhere to a strict code of ethics and only accept payment from our clients -- students and their families seeking recommendations based on identified educational needs.
