An Expensive Admissions Consultant vs. Cheaper Online Program.

roarlionsroar
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:27:56 +0000

I used IvyWise, and working with a private counselor definitely made a difference. One of the most helpful aspects was the structure and organization it offered–my school, for example, never set deadlines as to when we should begin researching and visiting schools or write our essays. With my counselor’s help, I got most of my work done over the summer, leaving the fall relatively stress-free. Applying to college can be incredibly demanding and time-consuming, and it was nice to have a little extra help.

But yes, it was expensive…Applywise is a really good alternative. It’s basically the entire Ivywise program online, for much cheaper. It organizes the entire process, which is the most important thing a private counselor does. Definitely try it if you’re wary of hiring a private counselor.