When I informed my parents that I was transitioning from teaching English to pursuing a career as a college counselor, they were confused. They inquired, "What does a college counselor do, exactly?" It's a valid question. My closest friends may not fully understand the extent of my new role and the benefits it provides to families.
Let me break it down for you, mom, and anyone else curious...
My role as a college counselor involves offering advice and assistance to students and their families throughout the college application process. In my previous high school, there was a significant disparity with 600 students assigned to only one counselor, resulting in many students not receiving timely support.
If you're wondering about the responsibilities of college counselors, allow me to elaborate!
We offer support in the following areas:
Assisting in selecting the most suitable colleges for your applications
Helping you find and apply for scholarships and summer programs
Refining and enhancing your essays
Providing personalized timelines to keep you on schedule with deadlines
Clarifying the costs involved
Assisting in managing and improving your GPA
Guiding you in selecting the appropriate courses
Addressing your queries and providing essential information
Assisting you through the admissions process
Exploring potential career paths, interests, talents, and skills
Expanding your list of extracurricular activities
Alleviate Stress
If you're unsure about when to start exploring colleges and what steps to take in your junior year to enhance your chances of admission to your preferred college, it can feel overwhelming. Rest assured, we are here to assist you at every stage.
Save Time
Navigating teenage life can be challenging, especially with extracurricular commitments, AP studies, and various other responsibilities. Allow us to ease your burden and free up more time for you to enjoy life.
Maintain Organization
Keeping all the details about colleges, essays, deadlines, and scholarships in order is crucial. We offer practical tools and assistance to help you stay organized and ensure you never overlook a critical deadline.
Offer Guidance
With my background as an experienced educator and college advisor, I am here to impart my expertise and provide you with the necessary guidance to excel in the college admissions process.
Assist with Essay Crafting & Revision
Let's collaborate to produce exceptional essays that authentically showcase your unique voice and experiences. Leveraging my prior experience as a high school English teacher, I will offer my skills to help you create compelling and original essays.
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