 The college admissions process is one of the largest stressors that
families face during the high school years. And today, it is more
complex and more competitive than ever. Students and parents worry not only about grade point averages, test scores, and
extracurricular activities, but also about how to pick the school that is an ideal match in terms of goals and personality,
how to write essays so that admissions committees see students for who they are
and what they have to offer, and how to pay for the rapidly increasing
cost of a college degree. It is not unusual for students
to apply to 15 or more schools, and managing the paperwork is a serious difficulty all in itself
. High school guidance counselors are available for
assistance, but many of them serve 400 or more students and have limited
opportunity to provide individual attention. Conversations at the
dinner table – if they occur at all in the midst of sports practice,
music lessons, jobs, volunteer work, and other activities – often become
nervous question and answer sessions, as requirements pile up and
deadlines approach. We understand the concerns you face and have the expertise to guide you. We help students locate the right colleges by
evaluating personal and social characteristics, long-term goals, and family dynamics, in addition to academic background. We believe that the final years of childhood should be happy and carefree, and our goal is to relieve the
stress that weighs so heavily on students and their families. We
can help with all aspects of the admissions process, from
beginning to end, including evaluating colleges, editing admissions
essays and personal statements, applying for scholarships and financial
aid, talking with admissions personnel, and making the decisions that are best for your family. We know
that students are much more than a collection of numbers, and that
principle guides what we do. It’s never too early or too
late to start thinking about college and to get the help you need. Contact us today for a free consultation. |