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Comprehensive College Planning

The most popular option, and for good reason. The comprehensive service package is designed to support your student from the very beginning through the final application submission. By working closely over time, I get to know your student’s strengths, interests, and goals, allowing for truly personalized guidance. From building a balanced college list to crafting standout essays, I take a holistic approach that helps your student present their best, most authentic self.

High School Advisement

Academic Planning

Build a strong academic foundation while maintaining a healthy balance.

  • Personalized course selection each year

  • Honors, AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, and other advanced coursework guidance

  • Aligning high school courses with college and career goals

  • GPA and transcript review

  • Identifying academic strengths and areas for growth

  • Ongoing academic and personal progress check-ins​​

Extracurricular & Summer Planning

Help your student develop a meaningful, authentic high school experience.

  • Activity strategy (depth vs. breadth) 

    • Creating depth instead of simply adding activities 

  • Leadership development

  • Meaningful summer programs, internships, or enrichment ideas

  • Volunteering and community involvement alignment

  • Building activities with purpose and impact

Standardized Testing Strategy

Develop a testing plan that fits your student's goals.

  • SAT and ACT planning

  • Test-optional strategy discussions

  • Testing timeline recommendations

  • Referrals to trusted SAT and ACT tutors when appropriate

College Exploration & Fit

  • Identifying interests, goals, and potential majors

  • Researching colleges by academic, social, and financial fit

  • College visit planning and questions to ask

  • Building a balanced college list (reach, match, safety)

  • Interview & Communication Prep

  • Email etiquette with colleges

  • Navigating admissions rep or alumni interactions

  • Early exposure to admissions trends, timelines, and expectations

College Application Service

Academic Planning

Application Strategy & Planning

Develop a personalized roadmap for a successful application season.

  • Crafting a personal narrative and application strategy

  • Building a balanced college list (reach, match, and safety)

  • Creating a customized application timeline

  • Understanding application requirements (Common App, supplemental essays, portfolios, etc.)

  • Choosing the best application plan (Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision)

  • Managing deadlines for applications, essays, recommendations, and financial aid

  • Navigating application portals (Common App, Coalition, and school-specific systems)

  • Tailoring application strategies to each college

Essay & Resume Support

Tell your story with authenticity and confidence.

  • ​Brainstorming personal statement and essay topics

  • Editing and refining the Common Application essay

  • Coaching through supplemental essays

  • Detailed feedback and multiple revisions

  • Ensuring consistency across all written materials

  • Developing a compelling activities list and résumé

  • Guidance on recommendation letters

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Navigate the financial side of the college process with confidence.

  • FAFSA and CSS Profile guidance

  • Comparing financial aid offers and award letters

  • Identifying merit-based and local scholarship opportunities

After You Click Submit

Support doesn't end when applications are submitted.

  • Guidance on follow-up communication

  • Deferral and waitlist strategies

  • Decision-making support when admissions results arrive

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