First Posted: 3/13/2014

As college admissions becomes increasingly more competitive as the number of applicants rise, many parents and students may wish to consider a private career and college counselor for a lifeline in navigating the stressful process of researching and applying to colleges. Private counselors help alleviate that stress for students and parents by providing information, helping them find the best fit colleges for those kids, and then guiding them through the process. The summer between junior and senior year is an excellent time to start this process.