Welcome to the Google site for ALS College Counseling! Have a look around!.
College planning resource by the College Board
Search engine that allows students to compare and research colleges. It provides information on admission and scholarships as well as student reviews.
cappex.com
An organization of 44 liberal arts colleges that have small teacher student ratio, holistic admissions policies, and environments that foster community and personal growth
ctcl.org
An organization that provides one application that students can fill out and submit to over 800 different universities and colleges.
commonapp.org
College reviews written by students with a focus on location.
niche.com
A comprehensive search engine for colleges, online programs and community colleges
petersons.com
Test preparation for SAT/ACT and college search engine
princetonreview.com
An online college resource guide and student platform for colleges and
universities in the US
unigo.com
Requirements and Processes:
● 10 points to remember when applying for a visa: https://www.nafsa.org/professional-resources/browse-by-interest/10-points-remem ber-when-applying-student-visa
● Department of State information on U.S. visas: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html
● Department of State information on F, J, and M visas: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/study.html
● Department of State information on visa wait times: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/waittimes.html
● Links to each Department of State consulate: https://www.usembassy.gov/
● Study in the States (Student & Exchange Visitor) web site: https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/
Six colleges have joined resources to provide one-stop-sign up for their mailing lists (students and counselors!) and also an array of shared events to help students and families get to know more about liberal arts, affordability, diversity, equity and inclusion, and tips for applying in the time of COVID-19.
Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona, Swarthmore, and Williams are represented.
To understand the difference between Early Decision, Early Action and Restricted Early Action click here...