College Counseling

Your freshman and sophomore years are a time for exploration. Take challenging classes in which you can do well. Participate widely in clubs, sports, and community service. Build on your talents, strengths, and passions. Think about leadership opportunities. You and your family will meet individually with the Upper School Head and your Advisor to choose courses and plan for Grades 10-12.

Junior year is when things start humming. College Counseling sessions continue with you and your family, as you develop a balanced college list, explore various college applications, and develop a testing strategy. We hold parent sessions on College Applications, Standardized Testing, and Financial Aid. You’ll start to write personal essays in your classes. The College Counselor talks to your teachers to get a feel for your individual strengths. In April, we host a Case Study Workshop, and we take your entire class to the independent school College Fair in Boston, where you’ll have a chance to talk with admissions officers from 100+ colleges and universities.