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.
Find more information on counselor workshops, webinars, and resources from the College Board.
Transfer students who are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant may use the NACAC Request for Transfer Admission Application Fee Waiver Form when applying to colleges. Send the form to the admission office at the school you are applying to. Applicants who are not eligible for a Pell Grant, but whose annual family income falls within the the form’s alternate income eligibility guidelines, may self-certify their eligibility.
Explore different webinar options across topics ranging from celebrating college signing day to school counseling in a virtual school setting.
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.
Information for students, parents, and counselors about student engagement levels at postsecondary institutions, including Pocket Guide.
School Councelor resources, webinars, events
Online searchable database of research publications with focus on college access for underserved/disadvantaged students. Topics include Articulation and Transfer, College Readiness, College Access Programs, Underserved Students and Special Populations
State-level association with resources and professional development opportunities for college admissions counselors