Estrela Consulting Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

You are taking all of the courses available in your favorite subject in high school. So, how can you take your learning deeper, explore new topics, and showcase your passion for your academic interests beyond just your high school courses in your college applications? You have some ideas for your future college major.

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College Transitions

APRIL 19, 2024

Looking for a high school experience that is personalized and innovative, yet centered around academic excellence? If you’re wondering where this utopia exists, the answer is Laurel Springs School, a fully accredited, online private high school accessible from anywhere […]

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College Transitions

MAY 11, 2024

For many students, finding the ideal high school is just as important as scoping out the right university. Especially for students whose academic interests are defined early, public high schools that offer specialized curriculums are a big draw.

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College Transitions

MAY 13, 2024

Many high school students look forward to the exciting moment of choosing a senior project. This makes sense since senior projects provide opportunities for students to direct what they’ve learned into something they care about, and to take their academic interests beyond the classroom.

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College Transitions

MAY 3, 2024

For many students, finding the ideal high school is just as important as scoping out the right university. Especially for students whose academic interests are defined early, public high schools that offer specialized curriculums are a big draw.

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Scoir

MARCH 5, 2024

For many high schools, course selection for the next school year begins as early as January. While electives and core classes may vary from school to school, there are a few good rules to follow to maximize your time in high school. So, the fall is often a good time to consider your next steps.

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College Transitions

APRIL 26, 2024

For many students, finding the ideal high school is just as important as scoping out the right university. Especially for students whose academic interests are defined early, public high schools that offer specialized curriculums are a big draw.

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College Transitions

APRIL 19, 2024

For many students, finding the ideal high school is just as important as scoping out the right university. Especially for students whose academic interests are defined early, public high schools that offer specialized curriculums are a big draw.

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College Transitions

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Are you considering transferring high schools? Are you wondering how transferring will affect your future, particularly the college application process? Initiating the process can be overwhelming (or even downright scary), but it doesn’t need to be overly complicated.

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College Transitions

JANUARY 29, 2024

Figuring out your high school schedule? For many students, it can be tricky to finalize which high school electives to take. You might find that the academic classes are easier to line up – because with high school electives, it gets a bit more personal.

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PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

There are thousands of scholarships out there for high school seniors, all with different eligibility requirements, deadlines, and award amounts, so it's definitely worth your time to do some research. To help you find scholarships—and free money!—for

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College Transitions

APRIL 30, 2024

Finding internships in high school can be difficult, especially because most internships are designed for college students and postgrads. It can be especially hard to find remote internships that work with your school schedule and don’t require expensive travel.

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College Transitions

MAY 3, 2024

How Old are Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors in High School? At what ages do most students in attend high school?

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College Transitions

AUGUST 28, 2023

Though many internships are designed for college students, some high school computer science internships also provide motivated students with experiences in the professional field. Listed below are some excellent computer […]

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College Transitions

APRIL 15, 2024

Some high school students dream of writing for a living, perhaps pursuing an English major in college, or even attending a creative writing MFA program later on. For other students, creative writing can be useful for school assignments, in English and other subjects, and also for preparing their Common App essays.

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PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

I highly recommend trying out some medical experiences in high school before committing to a pre-med track. Many of my high school friends who hoped to go into medicine ended up changing their major during college when the pre-med courses got too difficult.

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Estrela Consulting Blog

JANUARY 21, 2024

Before you stress about what's in store, it's important to know that your school-based counselor will be there to help you and to provide you with the details of the course scheduling process at your particular high school.

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College Transitions

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In today’s technology-centric and data-driven world, it’s easy to focus on the hard skills and competencies that you believe your child may need to land college acceptances and job placements, which may include coding languages, data analysis proficiency, or foreign language mastery.

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College Transitions

APRIL 12, 2024

i] As college admissions become more competitive, there are many steps a student can take to achieve high school success and become an outstanding candidate for college admissions: earning high SAT scores, securing strong letters of recommendation, and participating in various competitions […]

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HelloCollege

MAY 31, 2023

There are tons of great internships for high school students available right now. Many high schoolers mistakenly think that they don’t qualify for these programs. But finding an internship that suits you can be time-consuming, so we’ve created a list of top internships for high school students.

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HelloCollege

JANUARY 3, 2023

There are tons of options for high school students who want to try out this career and beef up their resume before they attend college. Top Journalism Summer Programs for High School Students. High School Discovery (UGA). First, they must prove they are high-achieving and come from a low-income background.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 11, 2024

But you might have opportunities to take advanced classes, and since colleges care about what you’ve been doing since Day One of high school, we think you should take them. Some high schools might offer you the option to take AP classes; we’ve found that AP Human Geography, for example, is a pretty standard option for freshmen.

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Princeton College Consulting

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

As high school students gearing up for the exciting journey of college applications, it's essential to build a college list that aligns with your dreams and goals. The colleges you choose can have a significant impact on your future, so it's crucial to make informed decisions.

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College Transitions

MARCH 25, 2024

In high school, I routinely took advantage of my town’s spacious but cozy public library. And when I started grad school, I was thrilled […] I was lucky enough to have access to quality learning environments/study spots throughout my entire academic career.

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College Transitions

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Without a solid game plan, a college fair can easily become nothing more than a blur of smiles, handshakes, and the accumulation of enough glossy pamphlets to wallpaper your bedroom twenty times over.

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Summer programs provide high school students with opportunities to explore their academic interests and spark new passions. They also allow high school students to get a taste of college life and meet other students from all over the world.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As a result, FAFSA submissions among class of 2024 high schoolers are lagging relative to this time last year. Poor submission figures are especially apparent for students from low-income high schools. Class of 2024 high school seniors are falling behind in the race to submit Free Applications for Federal Student Aid (FAFSAs).

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College Success

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

With the holidays approaching and Black Friday and Cyber Monday just a week away, now is a great time to start thinking about gifts for high school and college students. The post Gift Ideas for High School & College Students appeared first on Kate Sonnenberg College Admissions Success.

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Enrollment Management

APRIL 21, 2023

On March 17th 2022, as part of Enrollment Resources’ Partner Webinar series, Lee Doubleday, Director of Operations at the Imagine America Foundation , gave an insightful look into why post-secondary schools need to maximize their marketing and recruitment efforts in the high school market.

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HelloCollege

MAY 12, 2023

If you’re a student applying to college, you might be wondering what high school class rank is and how it affects the college admissions process. In today’s blog, we’ll explain what class rank means in high school, discussing how it’s calculated, what a good class rank is, and the importance of this academic metric.

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Admissions.Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

Career mapping is a crucial process for high school students, as it allows them to gain clarity on their interests, skills, and aspirations and align them with suitable career paths. Ensuring all these things as a high schooler will help you a great deal when you graduate high school.

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Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Fairfax County Public High Schools (Virginia) comprise 28 high schools. Over the past 5 years, MANY parents of high school students have contacted us regarding our college and BS/MD admissions advisory services. The senior class size for some of these high schools exceed 600 students.

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road2college

MAY 30, 2023

The post High School Transition to College: A Parent’s Guide appeared first on Road2College. I remember the initial relief I felt after we placed the college deposit for our daughter, and the rush of.

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road2college

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

When a high school counselor begins with, “Let me be real frank with some of you,” you know you’re about. The post 6 Ways This High School Counselor Says You Can Best Help Your Student appeared first on Road2College.

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road2college

APRIL 4, 2023

The post Should Students Work in High School? This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 (PFC101) Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and. appeared first on Road2College.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 17, 2024

They’re also treasurer for the student council at their high school and captain of the varsity baseball team. Student 1 is the captain of the debate team and took AP Government. Between their junior and senior years, they participated in one of the UC’s mock trial summer programs. Pretty good.

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College Admissions Strategies

APRIL 26, 2023

No student should have to go through high school feeling like that person. Although there’s serious work to be done to gain admission to a top college, high school should be a time of joy in a young person’s life. Picture the famous painting by Edvard Munch known as “The Scream”.

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