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College Admission Consultancy: FAQ Section
For many families, the concept of working with an Independent Educational Consultant (IEC) might be new. However, approximately 26% of high-achieving seniors in the USA engage educational consultant services during the college search and application process, in addition to their High School Guidance Counselor.
Why do families need a consultant?
An educational consultant acts as a guide and an expert in the college admission process, helping to reduce stress and clarify what is required when applying to US universities. The consultant provides insight, having visited many universities, and helps students manage time and energy efficiently—from narrowing down a list of schools to streamlining paperwork. We also ensure that application essays align with what college admissions committees expect.
No Independent Educational Consultant can guarantee admission (and if you meet any who do promise placement to specific colleges, it's best to approach with extreme caution). However, US College Connect can ensure that your student is presented in the best possible light and, more importantly, is applying to schools that align with their academic strengths, talents, and career ambitions. Families often find this “perfect match” aspect to be the ultimate value in working with a professional college consultant.
My child has learning issues and we don't think that college is really an option for them, so why bother?
Students with learning difficulties, disabilities, or even average academic performance can benefit from attending college; the important thing is to find the right fit. College can indeed be an option for these students. US College Connect offers an initial pre-consultation to thoroughly review each student’s potential opportunities with the personalized attention that you and your student deserve. In the US, it is mandated by law that students with learning disabilities receive accommodations to level the playing field.
Are educational consultants agents of certain university or college admissions committees?
Absolutely not. (If you meet a consultant who makes this claim, proceed with caution.) The value of US College Connect lies in our ability to see the “big picture,” determining what schools want and what students can deliver, and then making the right connections. While colleges occasionally send admissions advisors to visit high schools, it's important to understand that they are not there to provide individualized guidance. Rather, they aim to create excitement and gauge the interest of students wishing to apply to their universities. US College Connect will help you and your student decide which schools are the best fit, developing a strategy for the strongest application possible while addressing common college admission FAQs.