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College Counseling


College Counseling at Nichols

The college search is one of the most personal and important transitions in a student’s Nichols experience. Our College Counseling team helps each student and family move through the process with clarity, confidence, and perspective.

At Nichols, college counseling is guided by intentionality. We work closely with students to understand their strengths, define their goals, explore meaningful options, and find the right fit. The goal is not simply to complete applications, but to help students identify a strong match: a college environment where they will be challenged, supported, and able to continue becoming who they want to be.

Families are supported throughout the process with thoughtful guidance, honest conversations, and steady perspective in an ever-changing college admissions landscape. While students and families remain responsible for their final decisions, our team is here to help them ask the right questions, understand their options, and move forward with confidence.

Contact Information

Office: Albright Hall Room 102
Phone: 716-332-5185
Email: lcaywood@nicholsschool.org

Additional Resources


What Families Say About College Counseling

 

Meet the College Counseling Team

List of 4 members.

  • Photo of Kelly Jorgensen

    Kelly Jorgensen 

    Dean of College Counseling & Academic Affairs
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  • Photo of Kerry Bennett

    Kerry Bennett 

    Associate Director of College Counseling
  • Photo of Emily Olczak

    Emily Olczak 

    Assistant Director of College Counseling & AP Coordinator
  • Photo of Lisa Caywood

    Lisa Caywood 

    Administrative Assistant to the College Office & PSAT Testing Coordinator

About Us

Nichols School is a nationally recognized college preparatory coed independent school with a 130-year history.