We recommend that your child start the college admissions process as early as the sophomore year to give ample time to work on all facets of the application. We would love to talk with your family about the specifics of your situation! Contact us for a consultation and more information!

As soon as possible! The transition to high school is often a good time to start thinking long-term, as students are introduced to the new pathways of high school classes and activities that are available. Don’t wait until it’s time to start working on applications!

At Cardinal Education, “college counseling” refers to long-term, multi-year planning to set students on the track to succeed in college admissions. “College applications” involve working on the actual materials to be submitted to colleges.

Yes, we offer many college counseling programs that include support on students’ college applications as well!

Grades and test scores are the most important, qualifying elements of college admissions. Once students reach their desired GPA and testing thresholds, activities and essays play a key role in differentiating students from the bulk of their peers.