When applying to selective colleges, we are your competitive advantage.
For over a decade, One-Stop College Counseling has successfully guided 8th-12th grade students striving for admission to their top-choice colleges!
When applying to selective colleges, we are your competitive advantage.
For over a decade, One-Stop College Counseling has successfully guided 8th-12th grade students striving for admission to their top-choice colleges!
We know how high the stakes are for your
college-bound student.
Seeking guidance on this critical process and how best to shape your student’s future application is smart. We answer all your student’s questions…
Planning
Stage
Which classes should I choose?
We help your student select the ideal course schedule to reach their goals—one that is challenging but not overwhelming.
Which standardized test should I take?
ACT? SAT?
We provide key insights, so you and your student can decide what’s best for them.
How can I stand out?
Which extracurricular or volunteer activities will serve your student best? We share numerous opportunities to fit their interests and goals.
Application
Stage
Where should I apply?
We help you and your student identify best-fit colleges, and we guide you throughout the application and decision-making process.
How do I write my college essays?
Your college essay should showcase your student and how they view the world. We can help them put their best foot forward and be noticed.
What about interviews?
What do admission officers look for? We provide students with personalized feedback, so they interview with confidence and purpose.
I need general advice & support.
Of course, you do! The college admission process is constantly evolving. From the moment you sign up with us until the day your teen heads off to college, we’ve got you covered. Having an expert in your corner as you navigate the application process is extremely helpful. But don’t take our word for it—read some of our testimonials.
One-Stop College Counseling separates your student from the competition.
We help you navigate the toughest parts of the college admission process. Avoiding costly missteps can make all the difference.
Our students have been admitted to highly-selective universities…
…and liberal arts colleges.
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Don’t see your dream college here? View our full list.
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Here's a fun, human-interest story: Yale University has switched from Coke to Pepsi products in their residence halls. The #yale poll shows that 65% of students preferred Coke. Oh well, we're sure they'll adjust quickly!
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Colorado College is a highly-selective liberal arts college. They are reaching out to students attending colleges in Florida, North Carolina, North Dakota, Tennessee, or Texas where there are anti-DEI laws. They are offering those who are unhappy with the new policies an opportunity to transfer to Colorado College, meeting full financial need. ... See MoreSee Less
Colorado College Encourages Students to Transfer From States With Anti-DEI Laws
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The private institution announced an initiative Thursday for students who feel ostracized by the policies in Florida, North Carolina, North Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas.Comment on Facebook
Students at Yale University are complaining that they spent "hours filling out applications and attending interviews to join extracurriculars....they felt surprised and dismayed by the competitive atmosphere surrounding club applications." We've heard this from students at other highly selective colleges; it's a shame that it's so competitive to join extra-curricular activities.
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‘So much competition’: Reflections on the Yale extracurricular scene - Yale Daily News
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Within the first few weeks of classes, first-years were hurled into the whirlwind of club applications, dance auditions, callbacks and rejections.Comment on Facebook
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Florida is the first state in the country where the public universities will accept the CLT, the Classic Learning Test, in lieu of the SAT or ACT. The CLT is an exam "popular among Christian schools and conservative political groups."
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Board of Governors for Florida's public universities votes to approve new CLT college entrance exam | CNN
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Florida’s Board of Governors voted Friday to approve the use of results from the Classic Learning Test, or CLT, in college admissions.Comment on Facebook
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Sounds like there has been a lot of school spirit and interest in attending Tulane University football games. Students will now need to enter a lottery for tickets for each game.
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Tulane to require student tickets for all football games
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Tulane University will require students to sign up for tickets to attend all future football games at Yulman Stadium, the school announced Tuesday. The change came after the student section reached ca...Comment on Facebook