What’s Included

Academic Planning & Course Selection

• Guidance on selecting a strong course load for high school success.
• Recommendations for honors, AP/IB, and dual enrollment opportunities.

Extracurricular Exploration

• Assistance in discovering and focusing on interests.
• Guidance on leadership opportunities and forming a “spike” (specialized passion).
• Support in starting or growing clubs, participating in competitions, or securing internships.

Summer Strategy

• Tailored recommendations for summer programs, camps, volunteering, and internships.

Early College Awareness

• Introduction to college admissions basics: types of schools, timelines, and financial aid.
• College visit planning for local schools to spark early interest.

Personality and Interest Assessments

• Tools to explore career paths and major ideas (e.g., Myers-Briggs, YouScience).

Digital Presence Building

• Guidance on creating a LinkedIn profile and tips for using social media strategically.

Academic Review and Test Prep

• Customized test prep timeline for SAT/ACT, with tips and resources.
• Guidance on finalizing junior-year grades and improving GPA trends.

Building a College List

• Development of a personalized college list based on preferences, goals, and academic profile.
• Categorization into safety, target, and reach schools.

Resume Development

• Detailed help creating a compelling student resume highlighting key accomplishments.

Letters of Recommendation Prep

• Guidance on selecting the right recommenders and tips for strong requests.

College Application Strategy

• Finalizing the college list with deadlines, application types (EA, ED, RD), and requirements.
• Building a timeline to manage deadlines efficiently.

Essay Development & Editing

• Comprehensive brainstorming and editing for the personal statement.
• Help with supplemental essays tailored to each college.

Application Completion

• Guidance on filling out the Common App/Coalition/UC or other applications.
• Ensuring accuracy in resumes, activity lists, and other components.

Interview Preparation

• Personalized coaching for admissions interviews.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

• Help completing the FAFSA/CSS Profile.
• Identifying and applying for scholarships.

Decision Time

• Support evaluating admissions offers and understanding financial aid packages.

Frequency of Meetings

• Weekly 1:1 sessions during fall (August–December), monthly sessions after + text/email support.

Extras

• Parent strategy meeting in August.
• Post-acceptance guidance on choosing a college and transitioning.