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The Counselor’s Quick Application Check

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As November deadlines approach, counselors are flooded with “can you take one last look?” requests. This five-minute application checklist helps you spot weak spots quickly — from missing transcripts to last-minute essay issues — so students can submit with confidence.

July Reset, Week 1: The College Counseling Summer Checklist

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Before the year ramps up, take a moment to reset. This back-to-school checklist for college counselors covers all the small but important updates that can make August less chaotic — from school profiles and folders to FERPA forms and rep visit tools. Even the obvious stuff is here, because sometimes that’s what gets missed.