The college search process often starts with questions like “What’s the best school?” or “Where can I get in?” But at College UnMazed, we encourage students and families to ask a better question: Which colleges fit who I am and what I need to succeed?

That’s where the 6 Keys of College Fit come in. These six areas help students create a personalized definition of college “fit” and evaluate potential schools with purpose, not pressure.

As the final bell approaches, summer offers a rare window for reflection and strategic planning. Whether you're looking to streamline your systems or deepen student impact, this is the perfect time to reset and refocus your college and career readiness (CCR) efforts.

Here are five simple but powerful ways to revamp your counseling program over the summer.

The College UnMazed Counselor-Student Connectedness Scale is a short, easy to use 4-item scale. Counselors and educators can use this scale to evaluate how connected students are to the counselors in their schools.