Pros
Before joining Collegewise, I worked at Crimson Education. I can wholeheartedly say that the level of dedication and care that is present at Collegewise, across every department, is truly unmatched compared to other college counseling companies. What makes Collegewise stand out isn't just the expertise on the team; it's the culture behind it. I deeply appreciate the "hive-mind" culture at Collegewise. Admissions trends and college updates are shared in real-time, which means our team is always up-to-date, and families and departments can benefit from collective expertise rather than isolated advising. It also means we win together and we lose together. We're all looking to achieve the same goal. At other organizations, there can be a very individualistic mentality, and as a result, the quality of counseling and collaboration can suffer. Having experienced both environments, I can confidently say Collegewise walks the walk. It's a place where care, collaboration, and student-centered mentorship are at the heart of the work.
Cons
This is not unique to Collegewise, but the nature of college counseling means there are busy seasons. College application season is our busiest time, and with that come longer hours.