Getting the right college counseling help can make a world of a difference. The college admissions process can be very daunting and stressful. There are so many schools to choose from nowadays. And even if your student knows which schools are a good fit, they are left confused on how to write college essays.
EFC Provides College Counseling That Makes A Difference
Getting the right college counseling help can make a world of a difference. The college admissions process can be very daunting and stressful. There are so many schools to choose from nowadays. And even if your student knows which schools are a good fit, they are left confused on how to write college essays. Some schools only require one essay while others can require four or five. Without the right guidance, consistently writing college essays well can be a challenge.
Some schools only require one essay while others can require four or five. Without the right guidance, consistently writing college essays well can be a challenge. It isn’t just about answering the prompt. It is about portraying a genuine story that shows individuality. EFC’s college counselors will work to understand your student’s story, their strengths and weaknesses, and their aspirations. Our counseling program is designed to get your student into their best fit college.
There are so many schools to choose from nowadays. And even if your student knows which schools are a good fit, they are left confused on how to write college essays. Some schools only require one essay while others can require four or five. Without the right guidance, consistently writing college essays well can be a challenge.
It isn’t just about answering the prompt. It is about portraying a genuine story that shows individuality. EFC’s college counselors will work to understand your student’s story, their strengths and weaknesses, and their aspirations. Our college counseling program is designed to get your student into their best fit college.
EFC’s College Counseling Process
Every student is at a different place when they come in for college advise. Some may already know what colleges they want to attend while others may need recommendations. Some will know how to write college essays and may just need some guidance or proofreading. Whether your student is starting at the beginning or just needs a bit of guidance, EFC can help.
Below are the three areas of college counseling that we cover:
EFC’s College Counseling Process
Every student is at a different place when they come in for college counseling. Some may already know what colleges they want to attend while others may need recommendations. Some will know how to write college essays and may just need some guidance or proofreading. Whether your student is starting at the beginning or just needs a bit of guidance, EFC can help.
Below are the three areas of college counseling that we cover:
College Counseling Stage 1:
My student needs a list of colleges!
Our college counseling team will work with your student to figure out what type of schools they are interested in. We will go over areas of interest, potential majors, college size, location, and other factors that play a role in finding the best college fit. Once your EFC college counselor has a list of 10-15 schools, your student will be ready for the next college counseling stage.
College Counseling Stage 1:
My student needs a list of colleges!
Our college counseling team will work with your student to figure out what type of schools they are interested in. We will go over areas of interest, potential majors, college size, location, and other factors that play a role in finding the best college fit. Once your EFC college counselor has a list of 10-15 schools, your student will be ready for the next college counseling stage.
College Counseling Stage 2:
Working through the college application process
During this stage of college counseling, we will organize the different types of applications. Are we filling out a Coalition Application, a Common Application, or does the school have their own individual application? Next, we will tackle writing college essays. EFC likes to split this into two different types of sessions: strategy sessions and editing sessions.
For every college application, your student’s college counselor will always begin with strategic sessions focused on brainstorming and structuring each essay. These sessions are usually longer. Then your student college counselor will have editing sessions where they talk through tone, themes, grammar, and etc. These will usually be shorter. During this stage of college counseling, we will also tackle any portfolio requirements.
College Counseling Stage 2:
Working through the college application process
During this stage of college counseling, we will organize the different types of applications. Are we filling out a Coalition Application, a Common Application, or does the school have their own individual application? Next, we will tackle writing college essays. EFC likes to split this into two different types of sessions: strategy sessions and editing sessions.
For every college application, your student’s college counselor will always begin with strategic sessions focused on brainstorming and structuring each essay. These sessions are usually longer. Then your student college counselor will have editing sessions where they talk through tone, themes, grammar, and etc. These will usually be shorter. During this stage of college counseling, we will also tackle any portfolio requirements.
College Counseling Stage 3:
Picking a college to attend
We are proud to say that many of our students have multiple college acceptances to choose from. During this stage, we will work with the parents and students to discuss which school is the best fit. For some families, the choice is obvious. For others, this stage of the college counseling process is the hardest!
College Counseling Stage 3:
Picking a college to attend
We are proud to say that many of our students have multiple college acceptances to choose from. During this stage, we will work with the parents and students to discuss which school is the best fit. For some families, the choice is obvious. For others, this stage of the college counseling process is the hardest!
College Counseling FAQ
What is EFC’s college counseling Service?
EFC’s college counseling service is an affordable individualized service. We work with each student to bring targeted college application guidance. Our process saves time, money, and ensures a higher acceptance rate to each student’s best fit college.
Who is a good fit for EFC’s college counseling program?
At EFC, individuals of all backgrounds. Whether you need help with picking your best fit college, writing college essays, or just need some counseling for college admissions, EFC can help.
What age group does EFC’s college counseling team serve?
A student will typically need a college counselor by the end of their sophomore year or beginning of their junior year. Getting a college counselor doesn’t necessarily mean getting counseling for college admissions. A student can come to us as early as their freshman year for career counseling or curriculum counseling, which are all critical parts in submitting great college applications.
How does college counseling work for freshman and sophomores?
Every student of ours comes from a different background, so we always start with a 15 minute consultation to answer any general questions about college counseling service. After that, we will do career counseling and counseling for college admissions. For our freshman and sophomores, our college counselors will work with them on academic planning and success. This could be coordinating with our executive functions coach, subject tutors, or with your school’s available resources. During this time, we emphasize the core principles of exploration and advocacy. College counseling sessions are usually divided into 30 min strategy sessions and 10 min check-ins. Sessions are typically shorter for freshman and sophomores as the majority of the time should be spent with school and EFC support network.
How does college counseling work for juniors and seniors?
Every student of ours comes from a different background, so we always start with a 15 minute consultation to answer any general questions about college counseling service. After that, we will do career counseling and counseling for college admissions. For our juniors, our college counselors will work with them on finding their best fit college and compiling their checklist for each college. These could include standardized testing, extracurriculars, internships, letter of recommendations, etc. The summer of junior to senior year, our college counselors emphasize completing applications. EFC will work with each senior on wrapping up college essays, standardized testing, portfolios, and any other application requirements. Sessions are usually divided into 60 min strategy sessions and 20 min check-ins. We understand that every student is at a different place in their college counseling journey and will create a plan after our initial consultation to provide the best guidance on timeline and expectation.
Does EFC college counseling do group sessions?
At EFC, we believe in an individualized college counseling approach, but we also understand that group sessions are more budget friendly. To that note, EFC’s college counselors will take on group college counseling programs as long as each student is in the same college counseling phase.
Where do college counseling sessions take place?
Due to stay-at-home restrictions, all college counseling sessions take place through Zoom, Google Meet, or Ding Talk. We work with students all over the country and world and found that online meetings offer flexibility in an increasingly busy virtual learning environment.
Can college counseling sessions take place in person?
Executive Functions Coach will have a home office set up starting March 2021 and will be welcoming students to come for in-person sessions.
Will EFC’s college counselors make home visits?
College counseling sessions can take place at your home. Pricing for home visits depends on the location of the visit. Additional cost can range anywhere between $25-$75 per session.
How long does a full college counseling program last?
Depending on when a student joins our college counseling program, EFC has programs that last anywhere between 3 months to 3.5 years. The majority of the time commitment occurs from the spring of a student’s junior year to when they submit their final application.
Get College Counseling Wherever You Are at a Budget that Works
Technology has really allowed our counseling to take place anywhere in the world. We use a host of different platforms depending on where you are and what works there. The majority of our services happen through Google Meet, Zoom, or Ding Talk. As long as there is proper WiFi connection, EFC can connect with you and your student to provide premium counseling for college admissions. When you’re looking for a college advising service, EFC is as versatile and flexible as it gets.