College counseling at Battle Ground Academy is about more than admission. It’s a guided process that helps students better understand who they are, what they value, and where they want to go. Beginning in ninth grade, students receive individualized support designed to bring clarity, confidence, and direction to the college search.
Through close advising relationships, intentional planning, and ongoing family partnership, students are supported as they explore interests, refine goals, and navigate each step of the process with purpose.
How We Support Students
BGA’s college counseling program is personalized, comprehensive, and student-centered. Counselors work closely with students and families throughout Upper School, offering guidance that evolves as students grow.
- Individual advising beginning in ninth grade.
- Family meetings to align goals and expectations.
- Course planning and academic strategy
- Essay development and application guidance
- Interview preparation and timeline management
- Guidance on scholarships, financial aid, and athletic recruiting
We understand that no two students or college searches are the same. That’s why our process focuses on personal reflection, academic preparation, and authentic alignment between students and the schools they consider.
Where the BGA Difference Takes Wildcats Next
BGA students don’t just gain admission to great schools. With a foundation rooted in character, scholarship, and excellence, they arrive prepared to engage, lead, and thrive. The colleges and universities below represent just a sample of where recent BGA graduates have been admitted.
Explore What’s Possible
Learn more about our personalized, four-year approach to college counseling and how BGA prepares students to thrive in college and beyond.