College Advising Comprehensive Packages
We guide students through the entire college preparation and admissions process to help families stay organized and avoid the most common mistakes. We currently offer 1) a Freshman - Sophomore Coaching Package, 2) a Sophomore - Senior Comprehensive Package, and 3) a Junior - Senior Comprehensive Package. Occasionally, we have space for late seniors who want assistance with their essays. Julie's experience, knowledge, and guidance will help your student achieve their dreams. Recommended timelines:
9th -10th Grade Coaching Package
Not sure where to start? 9th-10th grade students and parents often have questions about class rigor, standardized testing, how to demonstrate leadership, and the UC system. Together, we will meet to draft a four-year academic and extracurricular plan that will give students a high school roadmap that can easily be adjusted. We will also help students discover extracurricular and leadership opportunities.
10th - 12th Grade Comprehensive Package - Best Value!
We have students complete both aptitude and personality tests, which directly leads to discussing potential majors and careers. We also discuss high school classes and leadership activities, and we work together to create an ACT/SAT test preparation schedule, explore options to develop confidence and leadership, and discuss volunteer or work experiences. Then later, in 11th grade, we focus on college research, and in the summer, we work on college essays and applications. Your student is fully supported!
11th - 12th Grade Comprehensive Package
Want to know how to avoid college stress? Plan ahead! Working together and considering the student's personality, interests, test scores, and GPA, we carefully craft a unique college list. In the spring and summer, we meet to discuss and refine the list. We help identify internships, volunteer opportunities, and academic enrichment programs for the summer between junior and senior years. We discuss college finances and merit aid, well as in-state and out-of-state colleges and private vs. public universities.
For Late Seniors: Essay Plus Package (14 Hours)
This package is limited to a few students if we have additional space in our schedule. We guide students through the college essay brainstorming, drafting, and editing process during the summer and fall so they can have exceptional essays finished early in their senior year.
Our Goal is to Produce Happy Confident Seniors!
For seniors who have done substantial work on their essays and applications, senior year is a breeze. They can submit their applications early and relax. We assist students through the fall to mid-December, helping them to stay organized and finish their supplemental, scholarship, or honors essays. Once a student has multiple acceptances in hand, we are available to meet with the family to discuss the pros and cons of each college and help you make the final decision!