EDUCATIONAL COUNSELING and PLACEMENT for SCHOOL, COLLEGE, GRADUATE and PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Comprehensive, in-depth candidate assessment with participation of child and parents/guardians (when appropriate)
Evaluation of academic history via records, test performance, commentary, recommendations
Administration of computer-based Interest and Aptitude batteries, discussion and implementation of findings
Suggestions for further testing, assistance with forms, documentation and translations when needed
Realistic positioning of candidate in appropriate academic settings
Identification of specific schools, colleges or programs representing best match between client’s aspirations/credentials and institution’s admissions criteria
At the pre-college and occasionally the undergraduate level, direct contact with enrollment officers to introduce client, discuss admissibility and ensure maximum consideration of candidate’s credentials
Demystification of admissions procedures and coaching for optimum presentation
Assistance with application materials, test scheduling and preparation, interview technique and admission strategy
Consideration of family’s financial circumstances and its potential impact in the admission process
Review of essays and short answers for clarity of expression and grammatical accuracy
When appropriate, support of client’s candidacy with admissions committees after applications have been submitted
Realistic appraisal of admissions results, weighing of options and appropriate actions, wait list strategy
Resource for opinion and strategy for final decision
Ongoing counsel to ensure a smooth transition in the new educational setting