For students whose families and friends do not have college-going experience to share, applying to college can be challenging. School counselors can fill the gap, but in many schools—especially those serving students most in need—counselors are spread thin.
A NASBE policy update (October 2017) explores the ways state boards of education can address the challenges school counselors face and better support student transitions after high school.
For students whose families and friends do not have college-going experience to share, applying to college can be challenging. School counselors can fill the gap, but in many schools—especially those serving students most in need—counselors are spread thin.
A new NASBE policy update (October 2017) explores the ways state boards of education can address the challenges school counselors face and better support student transitions after high school.
This report explores the extent to which school counseling graduate programs address topics and professional standards related to college access and admission. Through this research, the Council seeks to advance the conversation about core competencies required to serve professionally in the role of school counselor or college access advisor and to strengthen the capacity for college advising.
ASCA’s statement about the role of the school counselor.
Flyer for students about the four steps of college applications: 1) Preparing; 2) Researching; 3) Applying; 4) Deciding
Fee Waiver Application Form for Undergraduate Students
Resource for students that provides a comprehensive look at researching colleges, submitting applications, and choosing an institution to attend.
NACAC’s policy statements used to guide the work of the organization and to maintain high standards of integrity and practice among its members to better serve students.
Report provides current and trend data on a number of factors related to the transition from high school to postsecondary education, inlcuding the college counseling environment in the US secondary school and the activity of postsecondary admission offices.
Statement on Counselor Competencies: basic body of knowledge and fundamental skills one must possess to be effective in counseling students.