Estrela Consulting Blog

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month in honor of the Stonewall Riots that took place during this month in 1969. Recent studies have shown that LGBTQ+ youth experience significantly higher rates of mental health issues, often stemming from a lack of support in their own homes or communities. For LGBTQ+ students trying to navigate the college search process, identifying institutions where they may feel safe, ...

We are incredibly proud of our Class of 2024 Estrela students and feel fortunate to have played a role in their college search processes. Our students this year have received offers of admission to 138 different colleges and universities in 30 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Canada. Talk about finding FIT! In addition, this group of students has been awarded nearly $8 MILLION in merit ...

Happy Earth Day! To celebrate, we want to highlight different college pathways for our "earth-loving" students. There are a variety of majors that deal with all things “green”, as well as some others that may not spell it out in black and white. Some of these majors are easier to find on college campuses, while others are a bit more niche in nature (pun totally intended).

Are you intrigued by the night sky? Do you dream of studying and researching astronomical events? Then we have a great list of options for you! Whether you choose to pursue a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in Astronomy, or opt for a Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics, each of the colleges on this list offers exceptional resources and a commitment to advancing the field of astronomy. ...

Throughout our March Madness series, we brought you pieces of information about each school. In the first round, we explored the mascots, our second round celebrated notable alumni, in the Sweet 16 we learned about campus traditions, in the Elite 8 we discussed selectivity, and our Final 4 offered a Meet the Colleges overview of each school.