TO HELP FIND THE RIGHT COLLEGE FOR THE RIGHT PRICE
College is a costly investment, and families are looking for colleges that will fit within their budget. Educational consultants can advise families on colleges that are a better value as well as which schools offer merit and/or financial aid. We help students discover colleges that are an educational and financial fit for the family.
TO PROVIDE CAREER COUNSELING AND ADVICE ON MAJORS
Many students have not yet formulated a career path or major. Educational consultants offer career testing and guidance to help students discover a major that is right for them.
TO PROVIDE CLARITY
There are over 3,500 colleges in the United States. Where do you start? Every student is different, and educational consultants can help you pinpoint the colleges that meet the needs of your student.
TO OFFER ALTERNATIVES AND INCREASE CHANCES OF ADMISSION
The competition to get into college, especially in California, has increased over the years. The average admitted student GPA is over a 4.0 at six of the nine UC schools. The admit rate for some Cal State Colleges such as Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, San Diego State, and Long Beach State is less than 30%. Many of the Cal State Colleges are also dealing with impacted majors, and some students are taking five to six years to graduate. Educational consultants can help advise students on application strategies to improve these odds and suggest alternatives that may be a better fit for students.
TO ALLEVIATE THE STRESS
Educational Consultants alleviate the stress of college planning. As an objective third party, they bridge the gap between students and parents to find common ground. Parents can be confident that application requirements and deadlines are being completed. Instead of worrying and stressing over college, parents and student can enjoy their senior year.
Yes, but the American School Counselor Association recommends that counselors work with no more than 250 students, but the national average is 424-1. In some states, the ratio is even higher; in California, the ratio is 601-1, and in Arizona, the ratio is 848-1. High School counselors are excellent but don’t have the time to provide the individualized attention that many students and families seek. Therefore, we limit the number of students we work with to ensure personalized guidance.
You can learn about our specific qualifications by reading our bios, but we are independent educational consultants and uphold the ethical and professional standards set forth by national counseling organizations for counselors and independent educational consultants. We are members of NACAC, HECA, IEC, and WACAC, and our membership within these organizations allows us to stay current on admission trends to meet the needs of our students and their families. We attend conferences focused on professional development and college admissions. We regularly visit colleges throughout the United States and abroad to learn about academic opportunities and campus environment.
Earlier is best, but there is no wrong time to start. Some students choose to wait until the beginning of their senior year, but the earlier students begin the college planning process, the more time they have to research majors and colleges, and the more likely they will feel confident in their choices. We like to meet with freshman students to review courses, extracurricular activities, and goals, but recommend starting the college planning process during sophomore or junior year. This allows enough time to alleviate the stress of college application deadlines.
Yes, essays are probably the most challenging component of the application process for most students. We host essay workshops to teach students what colleges are looking for and help them discover their unique story. Our goal is to assist students in creating a compelling essay that admission officers want to read and therefore, increases their odds of admission. Students also have access to a personalized essay coach who helps them take their essays from rough draft to final format.
Yes, Michelle works with student-athletes who have the desire to play a collegiate sport. Her daughter was a recruited Division I athlete, so she is familiar with the athletic recruiting process. She ensures that students are registered with NCAA, meeting all requirements, and provides students with the tools to get noticed by coaches.
Yes, we advise students on the aspects and expectations of a portfolio or audition. We work with students to ensure they are meeting the deadlines (which often differ from traditional application deadlines) and requirements of each college. We suggest that students who plan to major in this area start as early as possible in the college planning process, as application deadlines are usually due in the fall of their senior year.
How often we meet with our students depends on when they start working with us. Our services are individualized, so we schedule appointments as often as necessary to ensure students are prepared to submit college applications. Students who start during their freshman or sophomore year have the advantage of spreading their meetings out over a longer period of time. During the application season, we typically meet with seniors biweekly. We supplement meetings with essay and application workshops, emails, phone calls,
and texts. We meet with students remotely via Zoom. If you live in the Ventura County area, Candice offers in-person appointments.
Absolutely! Technology is great and allows us to meet with students from all over the country. We schedule remote meetings as well as communicate via phone, email and Google Docs.
Yes, college planning is a family decision, and we encourage parents to reach out to us with questions and concerns. We can either meet in person or speak via phone, email, or text.
Yes, students receive a monthly scholarship newsletter. This scholarship list is thoughtfully procured and highlights local and national scholarships, specific qualifications, and where to apply. We also ensure that seniors complete all college-specific scholarship applications because the most substantial awards come from the colleges themselves. Many schools have early deadlines and require additional applications in order to be considered for scholarships. Each year, Admit You to College students receive approximately $2.5 million in scholarships.
No, we are not certified financial planners, but we do offer a parent workshop on the financial aid process and work with families to ensure that all required forms are submitted. If you are looking for further assistance we can provide you with a referral.
While we do not provide SAT or ACT prep, we will recommend a list of various test prep services and options.
No! While no educational consultant can guarantee acceptance into a college, we work with students to create a balanced list of reach, target, and likely schools to ensure that students have options.
Yes, we offer both packages and hourly rates to accommodate the needs of each family. We offer a free consultation to explain our services and to determine what services are needed. Contact us to schedule your free consultation.
Yes, contact us, and we can discuss further.
