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NACAC conducted an extensive study in the Fall of 2017, including a literature review, a series of focus groups, and three national surveys, with support from PwC’s Access Your Potential© commitment. This site includes more findings from the research, organized by topic.
Student Access to College Counseling
School counselors have a positive effect on postsecondary enrollment
College Planning in High School
Secondary school counselors provide a variety of “paying for college” services to students
Secondary School Counselors
Counselors who receive training report higher levels of knowledge about paying for college
College Admission Officers
Students rely on admission counselors for important information about paying for college