Directions To College

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Choosing a direction to college is one of the most exciting times of your life. It helps to have the reassurance of an experienced college counselor supporting you through the process. A qualified consultant will help you to assess your needs, discover your options, consider your choices, and accomplish the logistics, so you can reach your academic and career goals.

Whether you are already college-bound or not sure where your future lies, you'll need to be prepared for the opportunities you'll find along the way. Chances are there's more to your journey than you think.

Tips for Parents

Don't wait until summer to begin thinking about and planning for college. The college search begins now. Your child's early high school years can be very important to college admission. Here are some things you can do now.

Talk with your student's school counselor about AP and Honors course options. If these are not options, encourage your student to enroll in an appropriate community college course. These courses introduce your student to the kind of academic rigor they can expect in college and can demonstrate ability and initiative on college applications.
Remind your student to focus on studies. Colleges often decide on applicants based on the grades they make during their junior year.
Visit the National Association of College Admission Counselors website for some excellent articles about the college process.
Check out scholarships. Search the Internet (FASTWEB or www.studentscholarshipsearch.com). Many scholarships are available to juniors.

Take some day trips to see any colleges you can. Knowing what you don't want in a college can be as helpful as knowing what you do want. All knowledge helps with the important decision of where to attend. Virtual campus tours, though sometimes biased, are useful preliminary tools. Try www.CampusTours.com.