Essentials 15 Hour College Admissions Advising Package
The Essentials Package gives families 15 hours of dedicated, one-on-one consulting built around a customizable, à la carte model. Together we identify the services that will best support your student's academic goals, college planning, and application process, and we focus the hours there. During our first meeting we assess where your student is in the process, build a plan, and get to work.
✔ Standardized Test Preparation
Free full-length ACT and SAT practice tests to determine the best testing strategy.
✔ Application Strategy
Timeline planning, including Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision strategies.
✔ Academic Planning
Transcript review with recommendations for coursework to strengthen your academic profile.
✔ Extracurricular & Leadership Development
Guidance on selecting activities, community service, internships, summer programs, and employment opportunities.
✔ Personal Statement and Supplemental Essays Guided support through every stage of the essay process, from brainstorming and drafting through revision and final polish.
✔ Resume Building
Crafting a compelling student resume to highlight achievements.
✔ Mock Interview Preparation
Practice interviews to build confidence and sharpen communication skills
✔ Demonstrated Interest Tactics
Learn how to engage with colleges to increase admission chances.
✔ Customized College List
A curated list of up to 10 colleges/universities based on your determined preferences.
✔ College Visit Planning
Pre-visit guidance and post-visit debriefs to help you compare options effectively.
✔ Application Management
Stay organized with a detailed timeline and online college planning portal.
✔ Career & Major Exploration
Personality and career assessments (YouScience & AchieveWorks) to align your strengths with potential fields of study.
✔ Application Review
Thorough review of all application components before submission.
✔ Financial Aid & Scholarships
Strategies to maximize financial aid and scholarships, ensuring affordability.