Services
Beginning Junior year, this plan offers a thoughtful and focused path through the college admissions process, from initial student discovery through decision.​​
Admissions Orientation & Discovery
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College admissions orientation - College overview, mindsets, & timelines
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Family Goal Setting - Setting expectations & financial fit criteria
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Student Discovery - Student profile review with definition of academic & social fit criteria
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College List Development
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Balanced college list creation - Consultant researched list of schools to consider
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College research literacy - students learn how to research and evaluate options
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Student-led college exploration & list refinement
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Guidance on campus visit plans
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Application Completion (Up to 10 colleges)
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Defined application timeline & task list
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SAT/ACT strategy and planning (not test prep)
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Application Workshops – Common App (includes proofing), UC Apply, CalState Apply
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Activity list/resume development
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Personal & supplemental essay brainstorming & feedback
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Counselor and teacher recommendation guidance
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College interview preparation
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Financial Aid & Decision Guidance
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Financial aid forms & options overview (not a certified Financial Aid advisor)
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Navigating institutional scholarships (private scholarship resarch not included)
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Evaluation of admission offers and financial aid packages
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Assistance with financial aid appeals​
Comprehensive Plan
Between 8th – 10th grade, hourly packages offer flexibility to families who want to get a head start or take a more strategic approach to admissions.
Planning for underclassmen
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College admissions orientation
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Student profile review
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High school course selection and 4-year plan
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Extracurricular and summer program planning & guidance
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Resume development
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SAT/ACT strategy and planning (not test prep)
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Student aptitude assessments & career exploration
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