INITIAL CONSULTATION
• Complimentary
• Answer general college admissions questions and provide an overview of our team and how we consider your student’s academic strengths, goals, and long-term aspirations through the process
COMPREHENSIVE COLLEGE COUNSELING PLANS
College Search
• In-depth research to develop a customized list of colleges aligned with academic, social, emotional, financial and geographic preferences
• Provide supporting information for each college identified and tools in researching, preparation and visiting colleges as well as outlining associated admissions strategies
• Meetings to review student and family research, refine the list, and outline associated admissions strategies
Management of the College Admissions Process
• Full oversight of the application process and timeline from start to finish
• Proactive management of all deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Assistance with preparing and submitting applications, supplements, résumés, and standardized test scores
Essay Guidance
• Collaborative brainstorming of essay topics, for both the personal statement and supplemental essays
• Ongoing guidance throughout drafting, revising, and finalizing essays
• All essays are reviewed for flow, clarity, and accuracy by three professionals: an essay coach, a college counselor, and a copy editor
Financial Assessment
• Review of the family’s financial profile in relation to college costs, affordability, and financial aid considerations
Interview Preparation
• Premium Plan Only
• Pre-session questionnaire to identify strengths and talking points
• First session: review questionnaire and develop strategic messaging
• Second session: mock interview, flow review, and walk-through of interview-day expectations
• Outline of practice recommendations and follow-through items
Final College Selection Support
• Consultations to compare admission offers and financial aid award letters
• Guidance to support the student in making a well-informed final choice
Ongoing Communication
• Regular check-ins with the student and family to address questions, refine strategies, and
support the final selection process
COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES PLAN COMPARISON
We offer three comprehensive packages. You can select from the options below or we can tailor a plan through our a la carte services that fits your requirements. Remember, it’s all about you!
| Services | Premium | Plus | Basic |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Search * | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Management of the College Admissions Process * | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Personal Statement Essay Guidance – One personal statement | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Supplemental Essay Guidance | 11 | 5 | - |
| Résumé Development * | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ongoing Meetings & Communication | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Project Management * | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Financial Aid Assessment * | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Final Consultation * | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Interview Preparation | ✓ | - | - |
Our Services NOTES *
College Search:
Includes review of college search questionnaires, development and refinement of college lists, supporting research, ongoing discussions, and follow-up to finalize a best-fit college list
Management of the College Admissions Process :
Full oversight of the application process and timeline from start to finish. Proactive management of all deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Assistance with preparing and submitting applications, supplements, résumés, and standardized test scores
Résumé Development:
Compilation and ongoing updates
Project Management:
Oversight of the full college admissions timeline and all deliverables
Financial Aid Assessment:
Calculation of estimated Student Aid Index (SAI) and matching family financial parameters to colleges
Final Consultation:
Guidance on final college selection
INDIVIDUALIZED COUNSELING PLANS
Management of the College Admissions Process
• Full oversight of the application process and timeline from start to finish
• Proactive management of all deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Assistance with preparing and submitting applications, supplements, résumés, and standardized test scores
College Search Plan
• In-depth research to develop a customized list of colleges aligned with academic, social, emotional, financial and geographic preferences
• Provide supporting information for each college identified and tools in researching, preparation and visiting colleges as well as outlining associated admissions strategies
• Meetings to review student and family research, refine the list, and outline associated admissions strategies
Essay Guidance
• Collaborative brainstorming of essay topics, for both the personal statement and supplemental essays
• Ongoing guidance throughout drafting, revising, and finalizing essays
• All essays are reviewed for flow, clarity, and accuracy by three professionals: an essay coach, a college counselor, and a copy editor
Financial Aid Form Completion
• Assistance with completing the CSS Profile and FAFSA forms
• Guidance on next steps after submission
• Support with follow-up questions and review of financial aid award letters
Interview Preparation
• Pre-session survey to identify strengths and talking points
• First session: Review questionnaire and develop strategic messaging
• Second session: Mock interview, flow review, and walk-through of interview-day expectation, and outline of practice recommendations and follow-through items
Glimpse Preparation
• Topic brainstorming and strategy development
• Mock presentation and review of messaging flow; checklist review
• Evaluation of one final video submission with detailed feedback
Career Assessment
• Identify strengths, interests, personality traits, and thinking styles to guide major and career exploration
• Meet with your counselor to review your assessment results, explore possible career paths, and plan next steps