Comprehensive College Consulting
High school support, tailored college targeting, application success and more.
Description
Personalized, supportive college consulting that prioritizes strategic planning, stress reduction, and advising to help students navigate the complex and ever-changing college admissions process with confidence.
High School Support
Transcript and course selection guidance, leadership and extracurricular opportunities, test preparation and summer support to make your student shine.
Tailored Targeting
Deeply personalized college lists and admissions strategies, developed with expert insight and tailored to each student’s academic, social, and personal fit.
Application Success
Comprehensive assistance with all aspects of the college application process, from essay writing and interview preparation to financial aid applications and campus visits.
What We Offer
Freshman Year: Building the Foundation
Academic Planning & Strategy
Transcript evaluation and understanding high school requirements
Course selection recommendations aligned with college expectations
Goal setting for both short-term success and long-term positioning
Extracurricular Development
Activity recommendations based on genuine interests
Leadership opportunity identification in and out of school
Resume development and consistent maintenance
Summer enrichment program recommendations
Skills & Habits
Time management and organizational systems
Tutorial referrals if academic support is needed
Introduction to what colleges actually look for in applicants
Sophomore Year: Strategic Positioning
Everything from Freshman Year, plus:
Testing Strategy
PSAT information and preparation approach
SAT/ACT overview and personalized testing timeline
Test prep course recommendations (when appropriate)
SAT Subject Test guidance (if relevant for target schools)
Early College Exploration
Introduction to different types of colleges and what might fit
Initial discussions about academic interests and potential majors
Understanding the landscape before junior year pressure hits
Junior Year: The Crucial Year
Everything from Sophomore Year, plus:
Testing Execution
Personalized SAT/ACT timeline with prep course recommendations
Test registration support and score review strategy
Retake planning if needed
College Search & Selection
Comprehensive college list development (reach, target, safety)
Campus visit planning and what to look for
Request college literature and identify key admissions requirements
Preliminary major/program exploration
Application Prep Begins
Understanding application components and timelines
Early brainstorming for essays
Building relationships with teachers for recommendations
Senior Year: Bringing It All Together
Everything from Junior Year, plus:
Application Strategy & Execution
Personalized application timeline (Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision)
College list finalization based on updated goals and circumstances
Application platform navigation (Common App, Coalition App, UC system, etc.)
Essay Development & Editing
Personal statement brainstorming, drafting, and editing
Supplemental essay strategy and editing for every school
Multiple revision rounds until essays are compelling and polished
Voice coaching to ensure essays sound like your student, not a template
Application Management
Application review before submission to catch errors
Online application assistance and technical troubleshooting
Teacher and counselor recommendation coordination
Transcript and test score submission tracking
Portfolio or supplemental material guidance (arts, research, etc.)
Interview & Final Decisions
College interview preparation and coaching
Mock interviews with constructive feedback
Acceptance/rejection decision guidance
Waitlist strategy if needed
Financial aid comparison and appeal support
Final college selection counseling
Who It’s For
Who This Is For
The Right Fit: Families Who Value Strategic Planning Over Last-Minute Panic
This Comprehensive Package Works Best For:
Families who want to start early and do it right
You understand that college admissions success is built over years, not scrambled together senior fall
You want your student positioned competitively without burning out from stress
You value having a strategic partner throughout high school, not just during application season
You're willing to invest in long-term planning that reduces anxiety and maximizes outcomes
Students who are motivated but need direction
Your student cares about their future but doesn't know how to translate that into a coherent plan
They're willing to put in the work but need accountability and structure
They want their high school experience to be meaningful, not just resume-building
They're open to feedback and committed to showing up for the process
Parents who want partnership, not outsourcing
You want to be informed and involved, but not overwhelmed with details
You value expertise and guidance but recognize your student has to do the work
You're looking for honest, direct communication—not corporate speak or false reassurance
You prefer working with one person who knows your family, not a rotating cast of junior staff
This Is Especially Valuable If:
✓ Your student is academically strong but needs help standing out in a competitive applicant pool
✓ You're overwhelmed by conflicting advice about courses, testing, activities, and college fit
✓ Your student has potential but struggles with organization, time management, or follow-through
✓ You want to avoid the senior year panic of realizing crucial opportunities were missed
✓ You're navigating the process as a first-generation college family or new to the U.S. system
✓ Your student has specific goals (elite schools, competitive programs, merit scholarships) that require strategic positioning
✓ You want someone who will push your student to be their best without crushing them under impossible standards