College Planning Services
College Admission Guidance
Expert college admission guidance to navigate your family through the complex college planning process
An understanding of the essential factors in the college admission process and how your student can prepare for success
A strategy for teacher letters of recommendation: who to ask and how to get the most effective letters
College admission interview preparation, including mock interviews
College List Building
A balanced college list created for your student with a range of admission selectivity that fits academic, social, and financial criteria
Activities to assist student in establishing key college criteria
How to navigate college tours: what to look for, questions to ask, and the best time to visit Resources for investigating colleges and how to compare universities
College Essays
College essay workshops designed to inform students about what college admission officers are looking for and how to write an effective college essay
College essay brainstorming sessions to ensure your student chooses compelling essay topics
College essay feedback from expert college essay editors
College applications
A project manager who will keep your student's college admission process on task, ensuring that milestones and deadlines are met.
Review of each college application, including the Common Application, before submission.
Student Resume & Activity List
A professionally formatted student resume to track accomplishments and extracurricular activities and highlight student achievement
An activity list that presents the student’s extracurricular accomplishments well
Financial Aid
Assistance with the financial aid process: determining if you should apply, completing the appropriate forms, and how to navigate merit scholarships
Financial aid package analysis and assistance with appeals when appropriate
College to Career Coaching Services
Identify your career path and long-term goals, given your background, education, strengths, values, and character.
Networking techniques and email etiquette are needed to leverage opportunities the moment they arise.
Investigation into certification programs if applicable.
Creating a Professional Portfolio with a resume geared toward specific opportunities aligned with your career focus.
Establish a targeted job and application strategy making your career search process efficient.
LinkedIn profile creation, refresh, and optimization, including sessions dedicated to maximizing the platform in multiple ways.
Interactive interview preparation helps ensure you are confident in any situation.
Dedicated time focused on understanding offer letters and negotiation etiquette gives you the knowledge and tools to communicate your value.