International College Counselors

AI is now part of college admissions from both sides of the desk.

Students are using it. Colleges are exploring it. Parents are wondering what is allowed, what is risky, and what could hurt an application.

Our latest blog explains how AI is changing college admissions and why human judgment still matters.

Read more: https://internationalcollegecounselors.com/ai-in-college-admissions/

Vanderbilt is one of the most selective universities in the country, with a national acceptance rate of approximately 4%.

For ICC students, the Vanderbilt acceptance rate was 30%.

That means ICC students were accepted at more than 7x the national rate.

At International College Counselors, our experienced team helps students build thoughtful college lists, strengthen applications, and present their stories with strategy and care.

When the competition is this strong, expert guidance matters.

Contact International College Counselors to learn how we can help your student navigate the college admissions process with confidence. https://internationalcollegecounselors.com/contact-us/

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The right college advisor helps students discover where they will thrive—and how to get there.

We’re proud to celebrate another 5-star experience with our Director of College Advising, Debra Barnett 💙

With thoughtful guidance, personalized support, and a talent for helping students tell their stories, Debra helps families navigate the college admissions process with confidence and clarity.

This is what experienced advising and a student-centered approach can do.

👉 Contact us: https://internationalcollegecounselors.com/contact-us/

📞 954-414-9986

For the 2026-27 academic year, 16 institutions — including Duke, Georgetown, New York University and University of Chicago — have a sticker price of more than $100,000.

College sticker prices top $100,000 at 16 schools — but many students pay significantly less The cost of attendance at a growing number of colleges is now more than six figures a year, according to data from The Princeton Review.

College admissions is changing again.

New Early Decision and Early Action options are being added at major universities, giving students in the Class of 2027 more choices — and more decisions to make.

Applying early can be a powerful advantage, but only when families understand the difference between Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision.

The right timing can shape the entire admissions outcome.

Learn what these new early admissions changes mean and how students can plan wisely.

Read the full update from International College Counselors: https://internationalcollegecounselors.com/early-decision-early-action-admissions-2027/

🎓 College Admissions Have Changed. Has Your Strategy?

Many parents are relying on advice that worked five, ten, or even two years ago. The problem? College admissions keeps changing.

Test-optional policies, shifting admissions priorities, increased competition, and new evaluation criteria are reshaping the admissions landscape.

Join Kelly Bennett, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors, for a free webinar that will help families understand what's changing, and what students should be doing now to stay competitive.

You'll learn:

✅ The biggest trends impacting college admissions today
✅ How colleges are evaluating applicants in 2026 and beyond
✅ What these changes mean for application strategy
✅ How students can build stronger, more compelling applications
✅ Steps families can take now to avoid common mistakes

Whether your student is actively applying or just beginning the college journey, this webinar will provide valuable insights and practical guidance.

📅 Reserve your spot today. https://internationalcollegecounselors.com/upcoming-seminars/

Can't attend live? Register anyway, and we'll send you the recording.

🎉 Congratulations to our Director of College Advising, Nicole Jobson 🎉

We're proud to share another outstanding success story and grateful for the trust families place in our team.

Nicole's thoughtful guidance, expertise, and commitment to her students help them navigate even the most competitive admissions processes with confidence. Seeing students achieve extraordinary goals is always exciting, and we're thrilled to celebrate this incredible result.

Kudos to Nicole and her student on this well-earned achievement! 💙

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Hundreds of UC faculty call to reinstate SAT, ACT requirements for STEM applicants - Daily Bruin This post was updated May 28 at 12:04 p.m. More than 600 UC faculty are calling on the University to reinstate standardized testing requirements for undergraduate STEM applicants, alleging that students are not prepared enough for college-level coursework. The faculty signed on to a letter asking th...