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Description of Services and Pricing

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​High school advising
  • Forecasting and transcript guidance
  • Letters of recommendation
  • IB, AP, and standardized testing considerations
  • Extracurriculars
  • How to work with your counselors
  • Resume development
Building the college list
  • Personal interest/need assessment
  • Research techniques
  • Financial considerations
  • Customized college comparison tool
Financial Review and Guidance
  • FAFSA/CSS Profile
  • Scholarships, Need-based or Merit-aid
  • Customized tool for comparing award letters
Interacting with colleges
  • college visits
  • Working with admissions reps
  • Interview preparation
  • Demonstrating Interest
Essay[s]
  • Writing the personal statement
  • Understanding the supplemental essay
  • Revisions and review of your writing
The Application[s]
  • completion of the Common App
  • tracker for managing deadlines
  • Interpreting acceptance and award letters
  • Decision making support and advising

pricing

The cost of packages ranges from $500 to $6,000 with most parents/families spending ≅$4,300.
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Comprehensive College Admissions Package
Includes all services shown left
≅ 35 hours [not to exceed 45 hours]
This is for the student and family wanting full support throughout the college admissions process. 

Targeted College Admissions Package
≅ 20 hours.
Strategic College Admissions Package
≅ 10 hours
These are for the student and family with existing support and/or knowledge of the college admissions process.  Together we identify a specific selection of services to supplement your needs. 

Essay Only
≅ 10 hours
Wrap around writing support for your personal statement including planning, outlines, drafts, and revision.  Supplemental essay[s] can be included depending on quantity and length.
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Advising for first-time parents
2 hours
This is a comprehensive overview of what is involved in the college admissions process. At the end of this session, you will have a full understanding of the components of the application cycle and the timeline.  Note: the cost of this package can be applied to the Targeted or Comprehensive package.