What We Do
Curriculum Planning &
Extracurricular Activities
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Guidance for academic course work, extracurricular activities, summer plans, etc
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Development of a college planning calendar and timeline (college campus visits, submitting college applications, admissions interviews)
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Navigation of the admissions process from start to finish
College Search
Selection & Applications
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Guidance for completing and submitting college applications (private or public institutions)
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Exploration and selection of schools that match student's unique needs: academic, social, and financial. Final spreadsheet to include reach schools, target schools, and likely schools
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Development of "road map" to ensure all college application deadlines are met or exceeded
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Preparation for obtaining counselor and teacher letters of recommendations, admissions interviews, performing arts auditions
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College Major & Career Guidance
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Personal assessment of strengths, interests, and work style
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Exploration of possible majors best suited to student's strengths
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Advice concerning internships and externships (for summer, high school or college)
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Guidance for job shadowing opportunities in the student's local community
Application Essays
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Sharing of strategies for students to write effective short answers, college essays and personal statements
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Guidance in revising, editing, and refining student's essays for Common App, Supplements, and non-Common App universities
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Helping high school students or graduate school applicants to effectively articulate their personal journeys and achievements and to showcase what makes each student special and unique
Standardized Testing & Scholarships
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Guidance regarding SAT, ACT and AP exams
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Recommendations for standardized test preparation
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Advice regarding completing financial aid forms (FAFSA and CSS Profile) and terms
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Guidance for students applying for college-specific merit-based aid or private scholarships