College Counseling
Find The Best Fit For Your Future
Recognizing that every student's journey is unique, we thoughtfully guide each individual toward the academic and personal college experience that best aligns with their needs, goals, and vision for the future.
Preparation, Collaboration, Readiness
The College Counseling department supports students and parents in navigating the college search and application process with clarity and confidence.
Our guidance encourages research, critical independent thinking, and thoughtful self-assessment. Following a personalized plan that aligns with their specific goals and potential, we help students strengthen communication skills, develop personal accountability, articulate their aspirations, and make informed life decisions.
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Going beyond test scores and rankings, any singular definitions of success, or notions of 'best' colleges, our student-centric approach meets each individual where they are and helps them discern their ideal path based on a variety of holistic factors. We begin preparing students and families for the road to college early on, using the latest software, MaiaLearning, to enhance the application experience, allowing families access to detailed scattergrams to help predict admissions decisions. Our goal is to help each student to leave Worcester Academy with pride in their achievements and confidence in their future. |
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Support and resources include:
- College seminars and workshops: Beginning junior year, students dive into the college search process and actively work on personal statements, self-assessment, major/career research, a thoughtful college search and more.
- Individual family meetings with a college counselor starting winter of junior year.
- About 100 colleges and universities from across the United States and abroad visit Worcester Academy to meet with prospective students.
- Early access for students in lower grades to answer questions about the application process, course selection, and standardized testing: PSAT, SAT, and ACT; NCAA Eligibility Clearinghouse matters.
- We partner with SMARTTRACK® College Funding High School Initiative to provide our families with free resources to help you plan ahead and pay less for college. Our team also provides information and support with the college financial aid process.
- Collaboration with Worcester Academy coaching staff to support student-athletes through the college recruitment process.
- In-person and virtual programming for families including an annual admissions case-student event.
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Meet Our Team
The College Counseling team brings a wealth of experience and expertise to guide you through the college admissions process. Our team members have worked directly in college admissions offices, offering firsthand insights into the application and selection processes.
Additionally, we are proud to be active participants in national and regional counseling organizations, including the Boston Independent School College Counselors Association (BISCCA).
This extensive background ensures that we provide you with informed, strategic advice tailored to your individual needs, helping you navigate the path to higher education with confidence.
