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 (4 hours/ renewable), 2) a Sophomore - Senior Comprehensive Package, and 3) a Junior - Senior Comprehensive Package.
We have two additional hour-based packages: The Senior Essentials (20 hours) and Essay Plus (14 hours), designed for families on a budget or students who already have a balanced college list and major clarity. Julie's experience, knowledge, and guidance will help your student achieve their dreams.
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Freshman-Sophomore Coaching Package (renewable)
Not sure where to start? Younger students and parents often have questions about class selection and 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 provides students with a high school roadmap that can be easily adjusted. We meet quarterly for check-ins and questions. This is a fabulous way for students to start developing an impressive academic profile. Some students start this package in 8th grade!
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Sophomore - Senior Grade Comprehensive Package - Best Value!
We have students complete both aptitude and personality tests, which leads to discussions of potential majors and careers. We also discuss high school classes and leadership activities, create an ACT/SAT test preparation schedule, explore options to build 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 through May 1st of senior year!
Junior - Senior Comprehensive Package
Want to know how to avoid college stress? Plan ahead! We work together, considering the student's personality, interests, test scores, and GPA, and then carefully craft a unique college list. In the spring and summer, we meet weekly to refine the list, brainstorm, and develop inspiring college essays. 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, as well as in-state and out-of-state colleges and private vs. public universities. This targeted package helps students understand their unique talents and abilities, resulting in clearer focus and higher acceptance rates.
A structured timeline and support Makes all the difference!
For Late Seniors: Senior Essentials (20 Hours)
For seniors on a budget or who join us in the spring of junior year. 20 hours generally allows us to refine an initial college list and guide students through the UC and Common App college essay brainstorming, drafting, and editing process during the summer and fall, so they can have exceptional essays finished early in their senior year. If time allows, we can also review applications before submission.
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 UC or Common App college-essay brainstorming, drafting, and editing process during the summer and fall so they can have exceptional essays ready early in their senior year.
Those Acceptances Feel So Good!
Our Work Results in 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 help 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!