A La Carte Options
Planning and Timelines
- Develop a customized timeline with key milestones and due dates
- Determine early vs regular decision strategy
Testing recommendation
- Identify the test best suited to your student: ACT vs. SAT
- Develop standardized testing schedule
- Determine best SATII subject tests, if needed
College Selection
- Discuss student’s and parents’ college expectations, goals, and needs
- Determine college selection based upon student criteria
- Develop a balanced college list
- Help students research and plan college visits
Essay Development and Review **
- Explain the importance of “demonstrated interest” in college admissions and how best to showcase this in your college applications
- Brainstorm essay topics
- Guide student in developing their story
- Edit and critique all essays
** Essay Packages: Customized essay packages for UC apps and Common App available upon request.
Development and Preparation of College Applications
- Review the components of the UC and Common Applications
- Create a strategy for college deadlines and application requirements
- Guide student throughout the application process, ensuring that everything is completed on time and to the best of your ability
- Provide a comprehensive review of your college applications, including all data entry, resumes, and required essays
Resume Creation
- Prepare a detailed list of student activities and accomplishments
- Identify additional opportunities to strengthen resume
College Interview Preparation
- Help student research and prepare for on-campus and alumni interviews
- Mock interview sessions
Financial Aid Overview (for parents)
- Assistance with Final College Decision
- Help student and parents evaluate college selections and financial aid packages