Frequently Asked Questions

What is the advantage of a college counselor?

Having a college counselor is important because it provides your student with the opportunity to ask questions to someone who is experienced in college applications, understands what admissions committees are looking for, and provides concrete recommendations you might not have even known existed.

If your student has specific goals, a college counselor can inform their decisions and make sure their application maximizes the chance of success. If your student needs a plan or is unsure of what to do, having someone who has worked with numerous others in their situation can help greatly ease the anxiety of application season for both students and parents. Investing in a college counselor is be an important decision for your student start off their academic journey on their best foot forward.

What makes IACC different from other college counseling?

Insider Advantage College Counseling is different from other college counseling services because we offer an insider perspective of admissions. The founder, Cris Patvakanian, is himself a Harvard graduate, and has reviewed his own application’s feedback from Harvard admissions officers, is well versed in what criteria admissions boards use to evaluate students, and knows what interviewers are looking for when they speak with university applicants. His experience spans over 7 years, and he has helped over 30+ students from a variety of academic backgrounds apply to Ivy League, private and public universities.

Cris has a genuine passion for college counseling, and often forms connections with students after they matriculate. IACC alumni have strong success stories, and upon request, are more than happy to provide additional testimonials about his services and their experiences. IACC is different because of the institutional knowledge and connections, something other services simply cannot provide.

“If you have college goals that you dream about, know that your success is my success too, and I will do everything possible to turn your dream into a reality.”

Cris Patvakanian, Founder of IACC