What does an IEC actually DO?

College Planning Calendar.

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Prepare a calendar of specific college planning activities, meetings, milestones, and deadlines. Student is responsible to monitor and manage all deadlines.

High School Planning.

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Create a plan for high school coursework to ensure that you are taking full advantage of course offerings and opportunities at your high school and in your community.

Interest Refinement.

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Apply extracurricular and academic interests in unique ways, so as to deepen or broaden experience in these pursuits. Share opportunities that will enhance a student’s college application profile.

College Selection.

Help to develop, evaluate and finalize a college list to which your student will apply. Identify colleges to visit and learn about what to look for and how to find it.

Essay Advising.

Brainstorm ideas, access applications and school specific essay requirements, edit and finalize the perfect college entrance essays and supplements.

Application Review.

Attend our Summer Application Workshop where we answer college application questions, help students highlight strengths, and review applications.

Letters of Recommendation.

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Discuss who should write teacher/other college recommendations. Learn how to approach potential recommenders for best results.

Interview Preparation.

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Prepare students for on and off campus interviews. Practice mock interviews.

Testing.

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Select the best test(s) for you. Learn about where to take ACT/SAT practice tests. Establish a standardized testing schedule. Explore test preparation strategies/classes.

Summer Experiences.

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Recommend and share resources for student specific summer enrichment opportunities. Assistance with internship procurement.

Financial Aid and Scholarships.

Discuss college financial aid goals and how to achieve them. Review financial aid options. Provide scholarship search listings.

Fine and Performing Arts.

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Find the perfect monologues and songs for your college auditions. Access to headshot and pre-screen audition professionals. Advice on how to augment your fine arts portfolio.