Educational Advocates College Consulting

Who is better positioned to provide pointers than students who have just completed the process? 🎓

High school students and parents are invited to join us for a student panel, where the high school class of 2024 will offer advice and insight about the college application process, including the pitfalls to avoid. We will cover college lists, essays, making the decision, and more.

This session will be popular so secure your spot now! ✅

Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtduCsqTMuGdJJJMezq4lz5VIlYwi8wKYg

Join us for our Fall Webinar Series! 🍂

Student Panel: Recent High School Grads on How to Tackle College Admission
- Rising first-year students will offer advice and insight about the college application process.
- Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 7:00 pm EST via Zoom.
- Register here: https://tinyurl.com/September-Zoom-Webinar

Applying to College for Students with ADHD and Learning Differences
- Students and parents will learn how the laws change as students move from high school to college and what they need to do to prepare.
- Thursday, October 17, 2024, 7:00 pm EST via Zoom.
- Register here: https://tinyurl.com/October-Zoom-Webinar

College Admission: What Every Applicant Should Know
- Our goal is to explain the intricacies of the admission process so you can be informed and make good choices.
- Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 7:00 pm EST via Zoom.
- Register here: https://tinyurl.com/November-Zoom-Webinar

These webinars are informative to both parents and students. We hope to see you there! 👋

The Common Application, accepted by over 1000 colleges, launched on August 1st. While the application is pretty straightforward, there are some things to look for as you register and complete it. ✅

Keep in mind that the most challenging parts of the application are the 250 to 650-word personal statement as well as the supplemental essays that some colleges require, so you need to dedicate a lot of time to writing and revising these responses. Don’t forget to proof them and have another person review your essays before you upload them to the application. 📝

Read more about our Common Application Pitfalls and Tips ✍️
https://educationaladvocates.com/common-application-pitfalls-and-tips/

Learn more about how the Educational Advocates team guides students in their college journeys by scheduling an introductory call with a college admission consultant: https://calendly.com/joancasey

Students spend lots of time and energy on their main Common Application essay and sometimes rush through their college-specific supplemental essays without much thought or care. ✍️

College admissions officers report that supplemental essays play an increasingly important role in the college application process. A supplemental essay is an extra essay beyond the personal statement or the primary application essay. 📝

Learn more about how the Educational Advocates team guides students in the college admissions & essay writing process: https://calendly.com/joancasey

Educational Advocates is in full swing guiding students with their Common Application and supplemental essays. Our writing specialist, Kerra Lynn Gazerro, PhD brings her college teaching experience, creativity, and dedication to guiding students in writing essays that are compelling and meaningful. ✍️

If you are interested in our essay support or college advising services, schedule a meeting with our President, Joan Casey, to get started ✅: https://calendly.com/joancasey/complimentary-20-minute-introduction-session?back=1&month=2024-08

Why is asking for help so hard? The expectations of college are much different from high school. Students are in class less often and are expected to study independently. There are no parents around reminding them to do their work or get a head start on the paper. 📝

Read more on how A Call for Help May Be The Secret To College Success ✅ https://educationaladvocates.com/a-call-for-help-may-be-the-secret-to-college-success/

Interested in how we guide students in their college journeys? Schedule an introductory call with a college admission consultant: https://calendly.com/joancasey

Want to ensure a smooth transition to college? Join our From High School to College Skills Program for Graduating Seniors. 🎓

These sessions will help you:
- Understand your learning profile
- Develop systems for managing time, planning, and note-taking
- Learn how to develop effective study skills
- Understand how to use a college syllabus
- Review documentation and accommodations

This program is ideal for any student! A focused track offered for those who need support for executive dysfunction, ADHD, and learning differences. 📝

Contact College Consultant Ildi Szekely today to learn more. ✅
https://calendly.com/iszekely/complimentary-20-minute-introduction-session?back=1&month=2024-03

Watch this Student Panel Webinar Replay: Recent High School Grads Offer Tips on How to Tackle College Admission. 📚

Who is better positioned to provide pointers than students who have just completed the process? ✍️

High school students and parents are invited to watch this student panel where rising first-year students offered advice and insight about the college application process, including the pitfalls to avoid. We covered college lists, essays, making the decision, and more. 🏫

Watch it here! ✅
https://youtu.be/35bYfBlgQTk

Graduating seniors entering college this fall will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of ways on campus. You spent so much time thinking about applying, so now it’s time to think about what you will do now that you’re a college freshman! 📚

Read more about our Top Five Experiences For Getting The Most From College. 🌎

https://educationaladvocates.com/top-5-experiences-for-getting-the-most-from-college/

Watch as Founder Joan Casey explains the intricacies of applying to college in today’s ever-changing environment. This webinar was designed for students and families facing the complex college admission landscape. 📝

Watch the webinar to:
- Understand the shifts in standardized testing policies and how they impact your application strategy
- Explore the consequences of increased application volumes, changes in admission rates, and what this means for your application strategy
- Learn about the implications of more students applying to highly selective colleges and how this affects applicants across the board
- Discover how artificial intelligence is shaping admission, from transcript and recommendation reviews to decision-making processes

Watch it here! ✅
https://youtu.be/rXbiToObFfY

If you/your child needs assistance with applying to college or any aspect of the college admission process, contact us today: https://calendly.com/joancasey

High school athletes devote many hours to their sport, and those who have been standouts on their team or in their league may want to consider playing in college. 🏫

One of the biggest myths about college athletics is that coaches will find you if you are truly talented. Nothing could be further from the truth.

Read more about our Advice for the Prospective Student Athlete. ⚽️

https://educationaladvocates.com/contacting-a-college-coach-advice-for-the-prospective-student-athlete/

Summer is the time for rising high school seniors to work on their college essays. The Common Application essay is a personal, reflective piece of writing that allows colleges to get to know a student beyond the numbers. 📝

Watch the webinar to:
- Learn the components of a successful essay
- Understand how to move from idea to polished essay
- See excerpts from essays that worked

Watch it here! ✅
https://youtu.be/-rx3_BhNTN4

If you/your child needs assistance with college essays or any aspect of the college admission process, contact us today: https://calendly.com/joancasey

Touring colleges is an important part of our role as educational consultants—and an enjoyable one as well. Joan Casey, president & founder, recently visited Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). 🏫

CMU stands out for its interdisciplinary approach, innovative research facilities, and strong sense of community. They also offer guaranteed housing for all students. With a wide range of academic programs and a vibrant campus life, CMU prepares students to make significant impacts in their fields and beyond. 📚

While engineering is the largest college within the university, CMU also has an artistic culture and is known for its stand-out architecture and theater programs. Their information systems programs intersect computer science, business and technology and offer five concentrations. The innovative BXA Intercollege Degree Programs combine arts and technology, allowing students to merge fields like psychology and music for careers such as music therapy. This program requires admission to the College of Fine Arts and an additional academic review. 🎶

Learn more about how the Educational Advocates team guides students in their college journeys by scheduling an introductory call with a college admission consultant.

https://calendly.com/joancasey/complimentary-20-minute-introduction-session?back=1

In spring 2025, the ACT will launch an online National test which will be shorter than the current version -- 44 fewer questions and clocking in at approximately two hours. The science section will no longer be part of the core test, but will be an option for those interested. 🔬

This move is likely a response to the shorter Digital SAT which debuted in March 2024. There will still be a paper and pencil test offered and it is not yet clear if that version will be shorter. 📝

Learn more about how the ACT exam is evolving. ✅
https://mailchi.mp/mytutor/ap-excellence-begins-here-and-now-8706600?e=6a91d62d96

The 2024-2025 ACT registration is now open. To access a preferred test center, be sure to register early. 📝

https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html

Need help getting started? Read our Tips On Getting Started With Standardized Testing! ✍️

https://educationaladvocates.com/tips-on-getting-started-with-standardized-testing/

At Educational Advocates, we know summer is a busy time with vacations and student activities. ☀️

Stay focused with our monthly to-do list, a checklist to ensure you are planning for college and staying on track. ✅

https://educationaladvocates.com/july-to-dos/

If you are a prospective college student who needs assistance, contact us today for an introductory call: https://calendly.com/joancasey

Is your child struggling to come up with essay topics for their college application? These five tips will help! 📝

https://educationaladvocates.com/five-tips-for-generating-college-essay-topics/

If you feel like you might need more tailored assistance, our Writing Specialist, Kerra Lynn Gazerro, is still taking new clients. ✍️

We are so grateful for our friends at Wellesley Books for providing us with our Summer 2024 reading list! 📚

It’s time to enjoy some well-deserved rest & relaxation, and this list has a book for everyone. With young adult and adult options, fantasy, rom-coms and more, you’ll want to pay a visit to your local bookstore or library before heading to the beach or backyard! ☀️

https://educationaladvocates.com/2024-summer-reading-list-from-wellesley-books/

Boston Public Library Wellesley Books

There's still time to sign-up for our "What You Need to Know About College Essays" webinar! Join us tonight, Monday, June 10th at 7pm ET. Hosted by College Consultants Katie Bacon and Kerra Lynn Gazerro. 📝

Register now! ✅
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpdOmvpjIuHtKBthhSgl38Nrzcya3FhRJ1

Only 3 days left to sign-up for our "What You Need to Know About College Essays" webinar on Monday, June 10th at 7pm ET! Hosted by College Consultants Katie Bacon and Kerra Lynn Gazerro. 📝

Register now! ✅
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpdOmvpjIuHtKBthhSgl38Nrzcya3FhRJ1

Don't forget to sign-up for our "What You Need to Know About College Essays" webinar on Monday, June 10th at 7pm ET! Hosted by College Consultants Katie Bacon and Kerra Lynn Gazerro. 📝

Register now! ✅
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpdOmvpjIuHtKBthhSgl38Nrzcya3FhRJ1

Summer is the time for rising high school seniors to work on their college essays. The Common Application essay is a personal, reflective piece of writing that allows colleges to get to know a student beyond the numbers.

Please join Consultants Katie Bacon and Kerra Lynn Gazerro on Monday, June 10th at 7 pm for a 30-minute webinar, followed by a Q&A, to learn how a college essay differs from other kinds of writing, review what makes an essay meaningful and how to generate topic ideas. We will also discuss the ethics of using ChatGPT for essay work and the ways it may be helpful.

This session is for both parents and students!

Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpdOmvpjIuHtKBthhSgl38Nrzcya3FhRJ1 #/registration

Attention high school students and their parents! There is still time to register to learn how admission trends will affect your application strategy.

How will admission trends affect your application? Join us for a webinar!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 7 pm EDT, as Founder Joan Casey explains the intricacies of applying to college in today’s ever-changing environment.

Webinar Highlights:
- Understand the shifts in standardized testing policies and how they impact your application strategy.
- Explore the consequences of increased applications, changes in admission rates, and what this means for your application.
- Learn about the implications of more students applying to highly selective colleges and how this affects choices and outcomes for all applicants.
- Discover how artificial intelligence is shaping admission, from transcript and recommendation reviews to decision-making processes.
- Gain insights into how the Supreme Court's decision on race-based admission policies affected this year’s applicants.

Register now to secure your spot and take the first step in making informed decisions about your educational journey.

Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMof-mgqz8uEtwqlusMf33Z1kBI6jvfU-FM

High School Sophomores: Get a Free Strategy Session This Spring When You Enroll in a College Advising Program by April 30th!

As your partner in navigating the complex college admissions journey, we’re excited to offer an exclusive opportunity for high school sophomore families. Sign up for any of our Comprehensive or Premier college advising programs by April 30th, and you’ll receive a complimentary Spring Strategy Session.

During your session, we'll dive into:
- Strategic Course Selection: Help your child develop a course plan through senior year that aligns with their interests, strengths, and college goals.
- Summer Enrichment Plans: Identify programs and activities that enhance your child’s profile and align with their interests.
- Extracurricular Engagement: Craft a plan for extracurricular involvement that will engage your child and build on their strengths.

Take advantage of this chance to give your sophomore a head start on their college admission journey. Schedule an introductory call today to learn more.

https://calendly.com/joancasey/20-minute-introductory-phone-interview?back=1&month=2024-04

Watch Our Recording of the Webinar - Enriching Your High School Journey: Extracurriculars and College Admission

Did you miss our webinar? We have provided a link to a recording below so you can hear President/Founder Joan Casey & Consultant Katie Bacon’s advice:

- How extracurricular activities give students confidence, direction, and lifelong skills
- The pitfalls of over-committing and how to avoid burnout
- Crafting an extracurricular profile that supports your admissions goals
- Understanding what highly selective colleges are looking for in extracurricular involvement

https://youtu.be/U8_k38Ev-74

Learn more about how the Educational Advocates team guides students in their college journey by scheduling an introductory interview with a college admission consultant:
https://calendly.com/joancasey

Moving from high school to college marks an exciting time in the life of a young adult. It is also a significant change that requires students to be more independent as they navigate a new environment with different policies and expectations than those of high school.

By working on skills in the spring and summer before students leave for college, they are more likely to know what to expect once they arrive on campus and be prepared for the rigors of college. Our support can continue through the first semester or first year of college.

Take advantage of this chance to help your child prepare for their high school to college transition. Schedule an introductory call today to learn more.

https://calendly.com/iszekely/complimentary-20-minute-introduction-session?back=1&month=2024-03

How will admission trends affect your application? Join us for a webinar!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 7 pm EDT, as Founder Joan Casey explains the intricacies of applying to college in today’s ever-changing environment.

Webinar Highlights:
- Understand the shifts in standardized testing policies and how they impact your application strategy.
- Explore the consequences of increased applications, changes in admission rates, and what this means for your application.
- Learn about the implications of more students applying to highly selective colleges and how this affects choices and outcomes for all applicants.
- Discover how artificial intelligence is shaping admission, from transcript and recommendation reviews to decision-making processes.
- Gain insights into how the Supreme Court's decision on race-based admission policies affected this year’s applicants.

Register now to secure your spot and take the first step in making informed decisions about your educational journey.

Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMof-mgqz8uEtwqlusMf33Z1kBI6jvfU-FM

High School Sophomores: Get a Free Strategy Session This Spring When You Enroll in a College Advising Program!

As your partner in navigating the complex college admissions journey, we’re excited to offer an exclusive opportunity for high school sophomore families. Sign up for any of our Comprehensive or Premier college advising programs by April 30, and you’ll receive a complimentary Spring Strategy Session.

During your session, we'll dive into:
- Strategic Course Selection: Help your child develop a course plan through senior year that aligns with their interests, strengths, and college goals.
- Summer Enrichment Plans: Identify programs and activities that enhance your child’s profile and align with their interests.
- Extracurricular Engagement: Craft a plan for extracurricular involvement that will engage your child and build on their strengths.

Take advantage of this chance to give your sophomore a head start on their college admission journey. Schedule an introductory call today to learn more.

https://calendly.com/joancasey/20-minute-introductory-phone-interview?back=1&month=2024-04

High School Sophomores: Get a Free Strategy Session This Spring When You Enroll in a College Advising Program!

As your partner in navigating the complex college admissions journey, we’re excited to offer an exclusive opportunity for high school sophomore families. Sign up for any of our Comprehensive or Premier college advising programs by April 30, and you’ll receive a complimentary Spring Strategy Session.

During your session, we'll dive into:
- Strategic Course Selection: Help your child develop a course plan through senior year that aligns with their interests, strengths, and college goals.
- Summer Enrichment Plans: Identify programs and activities that enhance your child’s profile and align with their interests.
- Extracurricular Engagement: Craft a plan for extracurricular involvement that will engage your child and build on their strengths.

Take advantage of this chance to give your sophomore a head start on their college admission journey. Schedule an introductory call today to learn more.

20-minute introductory phone interview - Joan Casey This phone discussion allows prospective clients to learn about our services and for us to listen to your needs. From here, we can follow up with a complimentary 20-minute Zoom session with the assigned consultant, you, and the student to determine if we are a good match for working together.If you

Join us for our webinar, Extracurriculars and the High School Experience, tonight, March 25th at 7 PM.

In this webinar, consultants Katie Bacon and Joan Casey will provide invaluable insights on:

- How extracurricular activities give students confidence, direction, and lifelong skills
- The pitfalls of over-committing and how to avoid burnout
- Crafting an extracurricular profile that supports your admissions goals
- Understanding what highly selective colleges are looking for in extracurricular involvement

Don't miss this opportunity to get ahead for college admissions! Save your spot today for this free, highly informative session.

Register Now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUudOCorDMiH93NPsGWTJl7hqeCM4j6iqk2?fbclid=IwAR3W-lAfWJbv_23lc9bsk4gP66irZqta2paiZRs19-R3OMQ-inClUKeE2tI #/registration

We hope to see you there!
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Learn more about how the Educational Advocates team guides students in their college journeys by scheduling an introductory interview with a college admission consultant:
https://calendly.com/joancasey