COLLEGE ADMISSIONS THE SMART WAY

 

    FAQ’s

            *        What are the different types of college admissions options?

There are several kinds of admission options:  Early Decision, Early Action, Regular and Rolling.   Early Decision is a process in which students commit to their first-choice school and promise to enroll if admitted.   Applicants apply early and learn if they have been admitted early.   If admitted, they agree to withdraw all other applications.    (However, an applicant who has applied for financial aid but does not receive enough aid to make attendance possible can turn down the Early Decision offer.)

 

Early Action enables a student to apply early to a school in hopes of gaining an early acceptance, but does not have the same obligation to attend that Early Decision has.   The May 1 deadline to commit applies with Early Action.  Both Early Decision and Early Action procedures may vary by school, so it is important to follow each school’s instructions, rules, and deadlines.

 

With Regular Decision, the student turns in his or her college applications by each school’s specified date and receives admission decisions by mid April.    Under Regular Decision, a student is required to commit to the school of his or her choice by May 1.

 

Rolling Admission occurs when a school reviews applications as it receives them and makes its admission decisions throughout the admissions process.  

 

At Bright Futures College Consulting, we look at all the options with you and help you decide which are best for you.

            *        When should I start planning for college?

It’s never too early to start thinking about the college process.   The high school courses you take and the activities you select will have an impact on which colleges admit you.    At Bright Futures College Consulting, we work with students to showcase their individual skills and talents.   Our full service package normally begins with an initial visit the first semester of junior year, but we can help as early as freshman year or as late as senior year, depending on your needs.

            *           How does Bright Futures College Consulting work?

We get to know our clients and develop a plan suited to meet their individual needs.  We work together as a team, combining our expertise and knowledge.

*        My high school has a college counselor.    Why do I need Bright Futures College Consulting?

We do not take the place of your high school counselor.  Bright Futures College Consulting picks up where your school counselor leaves off.     We try to provide additional assistance with the college process, including extra help with your college search, applications, essays, and interviews.   We try to give our clients that extra edge and help them present the best, most complete picture of themselves to the schools where they apply.

*        Who are Bright Futures College Consulting’s clients?

We serve students and graduates in the North Texas area who are applying to college and graduate schools.  We also provide professional resume and cover letter services for those seeking employment.  Our clients have included attendees and graduates from:

Arlington Heights High School

Coppell High School

Davidson College

Fort Worth Country Day School

Nolan Catholic High School

Notre Dame

Paschal High School

Princeton University

Texas Christian University

Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University School of Law

Trinity Valley High School

Tulane University

University of Houston

University of Kansas

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

University of South Carolina

University of Texas at Arlington

University of Texas at Austin

University of Michigan

University of Virginia

University of Wisconsin at Madison

Waco High School

Washington State University

Westminster College

*        What consulting plans and packages does Bright Futures College Consulting offer?

College Information Session                                        

Provides your family with a comprehensive and informative overview of college admissions.   We will also answer your general questions on the college process.

Full Service College Packages:

Junior/Senior Year                                                   

9th – 12th Grade                                                      

Includes all the college services we offer: help with college selection and visits, individualized timelines, summer job and internship guidance, and assistance with the entire application process including activity sheet and essay review, resume polishing, interview preparation, and financial aid advice.

Individualized College Services

Individualized Services are available on a fee or hourly basis.

Additional Services:

Resumes and Cover Letters              

Interviewing Skills Workshop with Mock Interviews