Travel For Teens students return home with more than memories, they return with perspective, independence, and stories that matter. We partner with college admission advisors that specialize in helping students reflect on their travel experiences and translate personal growth into authentic, compelling college essays. With thoughtful guidance and one-on-one support, they help students articulate how global exploration, cultural immersion, and leadership moments have shaped who they are ensuring their essays stand out for the right reasons.

The college admissions process can feel overwhelming for students and parents alike. Between grades, testing, activities, essays, timelines, and financial aid, it’s easy to feel unsure about where to begin or what actually matters. That’s where Collegewise comes in.

For more than 25 years, Collegewise has helped students navigate college admissions with clarity, confidence, and less stress. Our approach is thoughtful, strategic, and personal. We help students understand their strengths, interests, and goals, and build applications that reflect who they truly are.

Students work one-on-one with an experienced Collegewise counselor who serves as a trusted guide throughout high school. Together, we help students choose the right courses, explore academic and extracurricular interests, plan meaningful summers, create balanced college lists, and write compelling essays that stand out for the right reasons. Parents gain transparency, expert insight, and a clear roadmap, so no one is left guessing about what’s next.

What sets Collegewise apart is our focus on fit and long-term success. We help students find colleges where they will thrive academically, socially, and personally, not just during the admissions process, but throughout their college years and beyond. Our counselors offer practical, honest guidance grounded in deep admissions experience, always centered on what’s best for the student.

Experiences like Travel For Teens programs can play a powerful role in a student’s growth, independence, and perspective. Collegewise helps students reflect on experiences like these and, when appropriate, thoughtfully incorporate them into their applications in a way that feels genuine and meaningful.

If you’d like to learn more about working with Collegewise, you can visit our website or schedule your free initial consultation today.

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Founded in 2019, CollegeAdvisor.com has helped over 5,000 students achieve their college dreams. Now powered by U.S. News & World Report, CollegeAdvisor.com provides personalized, effective, and accessible college admissions advising to students from all backgrounds. Our team has helped students gain admission to every Ivy League and Top 50 school. On average, our students are over three times more likely to get into top schools including Stanford, UPenn, and Vanderbilt.

We offer comprehensive college advising services and trusted data that your family can count on. We understand how important the college admissions process is, and we’re dedicated to helping your family approach it right. We work with students across the U.S. as well as international students from over 70 countries looking to attend US universities.

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Authenticity is ingrained in everything we do. Eat, stay, and travel like a local.

Check out what past travelers have to say about our Europe programs and discover why we are consistently winning awards for Top Youth Travel Organization.

 

 

 

"Beau had a stellar experience with Travel for Teens over the summer. I was impressed with every aspect of the trip, most especially Ned Clark & the counselors because they personally shaped the trip … Beau felt what he learned and experienced was extremely eye-opening. He says he came back with a new perspective on the world and history … He grew very fond of the counselors. Wouldn’t it be something if all children could take trips and learn in this fashion. I feel so fortunate … Between that summer and this past summer, he is wildly excited about traveling the world and that desire is what I wanted to ignite. Thank you, thank you, thank you."

Beau

"Thank you for an absolutely memorable trip for Morgan. He has made it home from Italy after a week of swim and sun, but the highlight of his summer has undoubtedly been the China experience. Let’s see what country he picks next summer :)"

Alicia Hawkins

"I traveled with TFT and have not forgotten a moment of it. From the beautiful site seeing to adventurous white water rafting, I had loved every minute. Travel For Teens did something to me that no other experience has been able to do: Give me the travel bug. I have such a love and yearning to travel and experience new cultures and have TFT to thank! The staff was incredible and I can honestly say that they were the ringmasters to making the trip as wonderful as it was. The travelers with me were kind and funny and I still think of them often! Although I had never been on a trip like this before, I felt completely safe and like I had been traveling to countries like it my entire life. We experienced swimming in a serene waterfall, feeding and bathing gorgeous elephants, and relaxing on the beach. With a perfect mix of calmness and adventure, there isn’t a trip I could recommend more!"

Allie Freshley

"Going to Thailand was an experience I will never forget. I traveled with a couple friends I had met on a previous TFT trip, which was awesome! TFT gave me the opportunity to experience things I probably never could have if I had traveled on my own, like doing community service with elephants! Through doing community service, exploring Thai markets, and island hopping I was able to experience many different aspects of the country. I happened to get sick for a few days near the end of my trip, but my TFT counselors made sure to take great care of me and help me in any way they could. I had so much fun traveling with TFT!"

Amy Kluther

"Thank you for the update! Lauren has touched base with us a few times and she seems to be having a great time! She sent us some beautiful pics too. We’re so glad that she’s enjoying Costa Rica and the Travel For Teens experience!"

Barb Ems

"Thank you, TFT! Noelle had a tremendous time on this 10 day trip to Costa Rica! We appreciate so much everything you have done for her!"

Carol Hussian

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