Essay and Interview Prep

• Intensive Brainstorming session to develop essay ideas for the Common Application, all college-specific applications, and all supplemental essays
• Assistance with organization and timeline to assure that deadlines are met
• Assistance with grammar, spelling, style, and development of personal voice after student has written each draft
• Final review of applications before submission
• Assistance with activities section of applications and resume development
• Interview coaching for on campus, alumni, and athletic recruitment interviews
• Assistance with all follow up communications with colleges

Full College Planning

Includes all above plus:

• Review of academic record and accomplishments
• Advice on course selection  
• Recommendations on extracurricular involvement and summer activities
• Testing recommendations and planning
• Discussion about how to make high school a successful endeavor
•  Assistance with helping the student and parents communicate effectively around the college process
• Development and refinement of college list and advice on college visits  
• Direction on researching specific schools and programs
• Assistance with Early Decision and Early Action strategy
• Assistance with navigating deferrals and waitlists
• Assistance with final choice of college