We have visited hundreds of colleges and are in frequent contact with admissions directors, faculty, and students. We track trends in college admissions and have access to the most up-to-date databases. As you consider your college options, College Resources Associates helps you and your family make informed decisions.

We Help Students in Grades 7-10
Meeting with families at key points in the academic year, College Resource Associates provides an overview of the college application process and helps students assess their long-range options. We work with your family on an as-needed basis, allowing you to access assistance when it will be most beneficial to you and your child. Offering motivation and encouragement, we help your child understand the impact that scholastic and extracurricular activities will have on college opportunities. We help your family

• Identify your child's academic strengths and vulnerabilities
• Explore academic and extracurricular offerings
• Plan an academic schedule that is appropriate to your child's abilities and interests, as well as college and career goals
• Consider testing options such as SAT, PSAT, ACT and PLAN 
• Understand financial aid and scholarship opportunities

We Help High School Juniors And Seniors
At College Resource Associates, we believe that students deserve a supportive and personal environment in which to explore their college and career options. We help students 

• Clarify academic and career goals
• Locate schools and programs, including non-traditional and alternative programs, that satisfy academic, artistic, athletic, and social needs
• Construct applications and essays that highlight a student’s individuality and unique qualities
• Prepare supplemental material, such as portfolios, videotapes, and audition selections
• Communicate effectively with admissions personnel, athletic coaches, department heads, and artists-in-residence 
• Decide about course work, testing, extracurricular activities, early decision options, and wait list acceptances 
• Learn organization and time management skills to meet testing and application deadlines and to prepare for the demands of college
• Prepare for campus interviews and visits 
• Work cooperatively with guidance counselors and take advantage of the resources of the school guidance department

We Help College Transfer Students
Although most students remain at their original college for four years, some students find that their needs change. When students consider a transfer we help 

• Identify more appropriate colleges or programs
• Determine the academic and financial ramifications of a transfer
• Gather recommendations and supporting material
• Understand transfer requirements at various colleges
• Prepare an application that effectively demonstrates accomplishments and strengths

We Help Graduate and Professional School Applicants
The competition for admission to graduate and professional programs is keen. At College Resource Associates we help transfer students

• Explore programs that will meet specialized needs and interests
• Understand application protocols, including testing requirements
• Prepare a post-college resume
• Practice interviewing techniques
• Complete applications and essays that demonstrate strengths, accomplishments, and commitment to a field of study

We Help Non-Traditional Age Students
Adult learners are judged by criteria that differ in significant ways from the traditional high school student. At College Resource Associates we are sensitive to the needs and concerns of adults. We help you

• Identify programs that will meet your goals and provide the support you need to be successful
• Construct an academic and professional resume that highlights your 
  accomplishments
• Evaluate life experiences that may qualify you for advanced standing upon 
  admission to a college or program
• Explore personal and financial challenges to your success
• Assist you in the preparation of high quality applications

We Help You Save Money
College Resource Associates helps families invest their education dollars wisely. We will show you how to:

• Anticipate college and graduate school costs
• Locate appropriate, affordable schools that meet your student's requirements
• Access the most complete sources of financial aid, including little-known scholarships
• Apply for appropriate merit-based grants
• Compare aid packages
• Work with college financial aid officers