“It’s not about perfect. It’s about effort.”
– Jillian Michaels
Services
We guide students and their families through the college admissions journey, from class and activity planning, building and revising a college list to essay and application support. We start working with students as early as eighth grade (for high school class planning purposes only) and anytime during the high school years. We do not consider ourselves a replacement for services offered through a student’s high school and encourage our students to maintain relationships with their high school counselors and career centers. Our approach is highly individualized to help ensure that students find the right academic, geographic, social and financial fit. Instead of a single all-inclusive fee that bundles every service, our support is built around personalized hours and one-on-one meetings.
Class selection guidance
Summer activity and internship guidance
Essay guidance: brainstorming, outlining, and review
Extracurricular planning and tracking
Testing strategy and timing
College application support and early admission strategy
Career and academic interest exploration
College list selection, revisions, and tracking
Interview preparation
College visit planning
Recommendation strategy and requests
Comparison of financial aid and merit offers
Ways To Work With Us
Premier Package
Our highest level of personalized support, ideally started in freshman, sophomore, or junior year. Best for students applying to highly selective colleges, University of California campuses, or honors programs, and for families who want ongoing, high-touch guidance at every stage.
Core Package
Focused support for students who work independently and are confident writers. A great fit for students applying to schools with fewer supplemental essays, or families who prefer targeted guidance over ongoing coaching.
Flex Hours
Flexible, as-needed support during junior or senior year, offered as availability allows. Ideal for families who want help with specific pieces of the process or a full application review.
Ask Me Anything Session
A one-time, 90-minute session to get clear answers to your biggest questions. Learn more