College Counseling

Finding the Right Fit

The college search and application process is an integral part of the Barstow experience. Our personalized program — built on relationships with students, parents and college representatives — yields impressive results. During the last three years, more than 80% of Barstow seniors were accepted to their first or second choice school.
College Counseling at Barstow incorporates exploration, selection, application and transition to college life. During a four-year planning timeline, the counselors maintain frequent contact with each student to learn their strengths and interests. They assist students with course selection, test preparation, construction of a well-balanced college list, mock interviews and resume preparation — and are always available to answer students' and parents' questions.
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Scott Hill, Director of College Counseling

“At other schools, you start meeting with college counselors during junior year. That’s not how we do it here. We provide guidance and answer questions every step of the way.”

College Counselors

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  • Photo of Scott Hill

    Scott Hill 

    Director of College Counseling
    (816) 277-0313
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  • Photo of Caelin Anderson

    Caelin Anderson 

    Associate Director of College Counseling
    (816) 277-0345
    Bio

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2024 Fast Facts

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  • 20

    National Merit Scholarship Award Finalists between 2022–2025
  • 54

    Class of 2025 graduates
    346 acceptances at 178 institutions
  • 28.1

    Mean ACT score
  • 54

    Congressional Gold Award Medal recipients since 2015
  • 64%

    of Class of 2025 who took ACT scored 28 or higher

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  • Did You Know?

    Did you know that colleges and universities from across the country host regional events right here in Kansas City? Visit the Testing and Events calendar for a full list of upcoming events!

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  • College Search Resources

    Barstow’s highly successful approach relies on an individualized college search focused on the right academic, social and financial fit. Families have access to tools and resources that help students explore, visit and apply to the schools of their choice.
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Class of 2024 Matriculation

Grace Harkins, Class of 2017

“Mr. Hill got to know me and my strengths and interests. He developed a list of schools just for me. Going [to St. Lawrence University] is the best decision so far of my life.”