As college admission becomes more and more competitive, the role of college counselors has never been more important. Give your students the edge they need to achieve their most successful futures.
We offer a variety of tools for college counselors to stay informed and support their students.
Helpful Counselor Links
The Counselor Toolkit is your go-to USF resource for counselor-related information, from data and tuition costs to testing, newsletters and videos. Other useful tools for you and your students include the College Planning Worksheet and the Counselors’ Corner of the Admit-a-Bull Admissions Blog.
Helpful Counselor Links
In addition to our counselor-specific resources, here are some general links you may find useful:
Community-Based Counselors
Explore our Community-Based Organization (CBO) Counselor Toolkit, to explore information specifically for counselors who work with underserved students.
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