Why Choose a College Advisor?

Determining the best choices for colleges can be a confusing and overwhelming process for students and their families. Highly individualized guidance from an experienced college advisor will help you identify the best educational options — selecting a school that will offer both the academic and social climate that best meets the student’s needs.

• Working closely with an educational consultant to help students know more about themselves, and determine the best college choices.
• Scheduling college advising sessions early in the high school experience increases a student's awareness of the importance of making good choices with regard to academic course selection and achievement, comportment, co-curricular opportunities, and community involvement.
• Recommending the best standardized test options and test preparatory options.
• Suggesting the best individuals to prepare letters of recommendation for each student.
• Encouraging students to find their "voice" to distinguish themselves from other candidates for admission.
• Directing interview skills training in preparation for college admission or job interviews.
• Overseeing the timelines for submission of applications and completion of college essays.
• Facilitating a match between a student and his or her future school to find the best "fit" and providing guidance to help students consider the colleges that appreciate the personal qualities that they have to offer.
• Helping students and parents experience less anxiety and stress — contributing to family harmony!
• Acceptance at a college where the student will be happy and successful!