Package Services
Each college planning package begins with an initial meeting—essentially a comprehensive discussion with parent(s). This meeting can also include the student. The discussion includes a review of applicable academic and test records, and completion of Student/Family Profile. With this information, the consultant will be better equipped to understand the student’s and family’s values, priorities and preferences, as well as the student’s strengths, needs, and learning style.
The Package includes all consulting research, all correspondence, and 1 to 2 meetings a month with guidance in the following areas:
College Planning Calendar
- Student prepares calendar of specific planning activities, meetings, milestones, and deadlines
- Student is responsible to monitor and manage all deadlines
High School Planning and Guidance
- Create a plan for high school coursework
- Ensure that the student is taking full advantage of course offerings at their high school
Extracurricular and Academic Interest Refinement
- Help students apply their extracurricular and academic interests in unique ways, so as to deepen or broaden their experience in these pursuits
- Share specific extracurricular or academic opportunities that will enhance a student’s application profile
- Provide activity list and resume resources
- Personality and Career interest surveys
College Selection
- Help to develop, evaluate and finalize a college list to which the student will apply
- Identify colleges to visit
- Learn about what to look for on college visits and scheduling visits
Essay Advising
- Brainstorm ideas
- Access Common Application and School specific essay requirements
- Review and editing of essay drafts
Application Process Review
- Summer Common Application Workshop (optional)
- Help student highlight strengths
- Review applications
Letters of Recommendation
- Discuss who should write teacher/other recommendations
- Learn how to approach potential recommenders for best results
Interview Preparation
- Prepare students for on and off campus interviews
- Practice mock interviews
Test Scheduling
- Select the best test for you. Take ACT/SAT practice tests
- Establish a standardized testing schedule
- Explore test preparation strategies/classes
Summer Experiences
- Recommend and share resources for student specific summer enrichment opportunities
- Assistance with Internship procurement
Exploration of Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Discuss financial aid goals and how to achieve them
- Review financial aid options
- Provide scholarship search listings
Other Services billed hourly
- Fine Art or Performing Art Portfolios
- Additional essay services