College Advising Services at a Glance
College Conversations
For 8th & 9th Grade Students
Most Popular
Comprehensive Packages
Dedicated Full Service College Advising Support
Senior Application Support
Available by Hourly Consultation
Super Strategy Session
Focused, high impact strategy session
Hourly & A La Carte Services
Flexible consultation options for families who prefer customized support on an as-needed basis.
Comprehensive Packages (Most Popular)
Dedicated full-service college advising support. Designed for families who want a single, trusted partner to guide them through the entire college journey — from early planning to confident enrollment decisions.
Additional essay support can be added on as needed.
Initial family consultation and goal setting
Academic record review and course selection guidance
Career and skill assessments with major exploration
Establish a layered approach to extracurricular activities
Provide access to online research Student Portal
Foundation & Direction
Testing, Financial Aid, & Enrichment Planning
Standardized testing timeline and prep planning
Financial aid and scholarship guidance
Selective summer programs and research project recommendations
Explore impactful leadership opportunities
College Research & Selection
College research guidance
Reach, target, and likely school identification
College visit planning and evaluation
Strategic positioning to show “fit” for major
Demonstrating interest in targeted colleges
Application preparation and submission & Interview Prep
Letters of recommendation guidance
Development of resume/brag sheet
Application strategy and timeline management
Target schools for early decision, early action, and rolling admissions deadlines
Ongoing checklist tracking for all deadlines
Post-acceptance consultation to compare offers
Essays
Common App essay brainstorming, development, and revision
Supplemental, Honors College, and scholarship essay guidance
Our “Perfect Match” and “Perfect Story” comprehensive packages allow you to choose your preferred level of essay support
College Conversations — The Perfect Start
For 8th & 9th grade students. This foundational package is ideal for families who want a strategic, early-stage approach to college planning. It’s focused on building awareness, confidence, and direction during the critical middle-to-early high school years.
What we cover together:
Introduction to the college admissions landscape
Exploration of academic interests and individual strengths
High school course planning guidance
Extracurricular exploration and early strategy
Understanding different types of colleges and pathways
Semester check-ins to track progress and adjust plans
Ongoing parent communication and guidance
Assistance with Summer Pre-College Program applications is available for an additional fee
Senior Application Support - The Perfect Sprint
Ideal for families who want focused, strategic guidance through the college application process. Designed with support concentrated on essays, applications, and final decision-making. Available by hourly consultation only.
What we focus on
College list finalization
Application strategy and timeline management
Resume development and activity list optimization
Letters of recommendation guidance
Common App essay brainstorming and revision
Supplemental, Honors College, and scholarship essay guidance
Interview preparation and practice
Financial aid and scholarship guidance
Final college decision counseling
Flexible hourly support tailored to your needs
Hourly & A La Carte Services — The Perfect Choice
Flexible consultation options for families who prefer customized support on an as-needed basis.
Get your questions answered without purchasing a comprehensive or hourly package. Services can include a review of your finalized application or personal statement.
Ask Me Anything One-Hour Session
Hourly Packages
Super Strategy Session must be completed before starting any hourly package.
How it Works: Purchase a package of consultation hours and use them as needed throughout the college admissions process. Perfect for families who want expert guidance without committing to a comprehensive program.
5-Hour Package: Ideal for focused support on specific aspects
10-Hour Package: Great for condensed application support
* Additional hourly packages may be purchased as needed
Services can include: college list consultation, summer program applications, essay development, Common App application guidance, interview prep, financial aid overview, or any combination based on your needs.
A La Carte Services
Essay Guidance
Comprehensive support for personal statements and supplemental essays. We help students find their authentic voice and craft compelling narratives that showcase their unique experiences and perspectives.
Includes: Brainstorming sessions, outline development, multiple rounds of revision and feedback, and final polish
College List Selection
Strategic development of a balanced college list based on your student's academic profile, interests, and goals. We research and recommend schools where your student will thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Includes: In-depth consultation, personalized research, and customized college list (reach, target, and likely schools). Target schools for early decision I or II, early action, or rolling admissions.
Career Assessments
Professional assessments to help students explore interests, strengths, and potential career paths. These insights inform major selection and college choice, ensuring alignment with long-term goals.
Includes: Myer-Briggs Strong Interest Inventory and YouScience Assessment administration, results interpretation session, career exploration guidance, and major/college recommendations based on findings.
College Visit Planning
Plan and maximize campus visits with guidance on which schools to visit, how to demonstrate interest, and how to compare schools to assess fit and priorities.
Includes: Personalized visit schedule, suggested questions for admissions and students, strategies to show interest, and tools to compare and prioritize schools.
Transfer Student Applications
Strategic guidance for students seeking to transfer colleges. We help students build a targeted, realistic transfer list and navigate the application process with clear direction on timing, requirements, and essay strategy.
Includes: In-depth review of academic profile, personalized transfer school list, application timeline and requirements planning, and guidance on transfer essay strategy and presentation.
“Jackie was great! Super informative about the different colleges and was extremely knowledgeable about pre-med and pharmacy programs, as those can be extra stressful, but with her help, it was definitely bearable!”
– Student
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