Welcome to Best First Year!
A College Success Coaching Program For International Students and Families
The Struggle is Real.
Navigating the first year in college can be surprisingly difficult. Being unprepared can cost time, money, and emotional energy. The stats are clear. (Source: ACHA-NCHA Spring 2023 survey and U.S. Department of Education)
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47.8 percent of students reported having ACADEMIC problems or challenges. Of this group, 87 percent said this issue caused them moderate or high distress.
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50.8% of College students reported feeling LONELY over the past 12 months
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50.3 percent of students reported having FINANCIAL problems or challenges over the past 12 months.
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28.2 percent of students reported having ROOMMATE problems or challenges over the past 12 months.
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Four-year graduation rate for students attending public colleges and universities is 33.3%. The six-year rate is 57.6%. At private colleges and universities, the four-year graduation rate is 52.8%, and 65.4% earn a degree in six years.
America's #1 College Success Coach Will Help You Thrive
For over 20 years, Harlan Cohen has helped millions of students successfully navigate the SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL, FINANCIAL, and ACADEMIC challenges that are part of life in college. He helps students set goals, take on new challenges, and overcome obstacles. He helps parents establish a baseline of what's normal and to be expected. His college coaching program gives families the information they need to support college success.