College advisor by cardinalcollegeplanning.com? Most high schools offer only a fraction of the 34 total AP courses overseen by the College Board. Colleges, even Ivy or Ivy-equivalent ones, will not expect you to have taken an absurd number of APs but will likely expect to see you engage in the most rigorous schedule available at your school. At highly-selective Kenyon College, the average admitted applicant took 5 AP courses in high school. The University of Georgia’s admits averaged nine AP courses while in high school. More high school grads have taken at least one AP course than ever before. Among the Class of 2007, just 24% took an Advanced Placement course; by 2019, that figure had risen to 39%.
It’s never too early to consider the classes that will look good on the transcripts you’ll be sending as a prospective applicant, for example, or making sure your academic record looks as good as it can. With enrollments increasing at many of the top schools, college is only becoming more competitive, and it’ll serve you well to start thinking about where you see yourself after your high school graduation early. If you’re approaching the end of your high school career, it’s still not too late to improve how you’ll come across on that college application and get ready for a busy year of big decisions.
With almost a decade of experience in the field of education, I have worked with hundreds of students and their families. Formally a high school English teacher, I noticed the need for more support throughout the crazy college search and application process! I want every student to end up at the school that is the best fit for them- academically, financially, and socially. Each student is unique, so I will work to create a customized plan of action. Get in touch to learn more about my college advising process and build a custom college plan! See additional info on https://www.cardinalcollegeplanning.com/college-planning-services.
Strategize and create funding plans that assist you finding the best way to pay for college while enhancing retirement and other financial goals. Advice on advanced tax strategies, estate planning and financial planning related to the higher education system. Continued guidance and support throughout each year of college ensuring you remain in the best position to receive maximum financial aid, regardless of circumstantial changes. Additionally, all packages include access to a personalized online portal that will have clear deadlines, keep the student organized, and allow for regular communication between us. Contact me if you’d like to see a demo of this invaluable tool!
My experiences as a first generation college student and high school teacher for seven years are what led me to my passion of helping students and their families in the college selection process. College is the second largest investment a typical family will make, right after a house, so the stress that comes with making the right decision is understandable! My job is to ease the anxiety and burden and make this process as enjoyable as possible for everyone involved through efficient and effective college planning services. See even more info at https://www.cardinalcollegeplanning.com/.