STANDARD COLLEGE COUNSELING AND ADMISSIONS CONSULTING
Whether embarking on the high school, college, transfer or graduate school admissions process, the majority of families work with us in the context of one of our three full-service package options below. Ready to begin or want to learn more?
Comprehensive Plan
SLOTS AVAILABLE FOR HS CLASSES OF 2024-2026, TRANSFER & GRAD ADMISSIONS
Are you looking to hand the college search, application, and essay-writing process over to an expert without having to worry about homework between sessions? The Comprehensive Plan is best for families that anticipate more hours of services; for example, when parents hope to remove themselves from the process as much as possible, or when students anticipate needing to complete extra tasks associated with athletic recruitment or an art portfolio. This is also a great option for ninth and tenth grade students hoping for an extra year or two of guidance before the active stage of the college admissions process begins at the start of junior year.
Admissions, Application, and Essay Support: 55 Hours
Ongoing Reminders, Check-Ins, and Project Management Support: 50 Hours
Total Hours of Services: 105 Hours
Also Includes: Access to the DC College Counseling Membership Vault and a student membership to our original, meticulously designed STAGE essay writing program.
Fee: $20,000
CUSTOM Plan
Our Most Popular Package
SLOTS AVAILABLE FOR HS CLASSES OF 2024-2026, TRANSFER & GRAD ADMISSIONS
Are you looking for high-touch admissions support, yet know that your student is a collaborative partner, willing to complete regular homework assignments between sessions? The Custom Plan is our most frequently contracted package, and should carry the typical student through the college search and admissions process with heavy oversight and direction.
Admissions, Application, and Essay Support: 35 Hours
Ongoing Reminders, Check-Ins, and Project Management Support: 30 Hours
Total Hours of Services: 65 Hours
Also Includes: Access to the DC College Counseling Membership Vault and a student membership to our original, meticulously designed STAGE essay writing program.
Fee: $15,000
BASIC Plan
SLOTS AVAILABLE FOR HS CLASSES OF 2024-2026, TRANSFER & GRAD ADMISSIONS
Are you looking for expert professional assistance with the college search, application, and main essay process, but are also prepared to complete a number of tasks independently or with parental help (especially those supplemental essays)? The Basic Plan is for you!
Admissions, Application, and Essay Support: 20 Hours
Ongoing Reminders, Check-Ins, and Project Management Support: 20 Hours
Total Hours of Services: 40 Hours
Also Includes: Access to the DC College Counseling Membership Vault and a student membership to our original, meticulously designed STAGE essay writing program.
Fee: $10,000
Wondering how many hours it takes to complete the various tasks involved in the COLLEGE admissions process?
Click here to see the way most students in the Class of 2024 will allocate their hours.
AS-NEEDED, ONE-TIME OR EMERGENCY OFFERINGS
Pay-as-you-go sessions are great for younger students planning ahead. They are also a perfect fit for older students who could use minimal help or have a specific task with which they need assistance - or even those who need to pivot after learning a decision!
Strategy and planning sessions provide families with an opportunity to ask questions about the admissions process and receive expert guidance. Our other pay-as-you-go work sessions involve college essay and application assistance, as well as help with other parts of the admissions process: interviews, resumes, summer program applications, and more!
Strategy and Planning SessionS
HS CLASS OF 2023-2028, PROSPECTIVE TRANSFERS, PROSPECTIVE GRADUATE STUDENTS
Looking for something less structured? We have a few options for families who plan to navigate the admissions process on their own, yet would benefit from some extra guidance.
Need immediate admissions help or want to try out a session? Students and parents will submit records in advance for review, and the 60-120 minute meeting will entail a comprehensive strategic analysis and formulation of an appropriate action plan. Families are encouraged to bring a list of questions to ensure maximum productivity.
For younger students, the idea of meeting with a college admissions consultant as a young teenager may seem overwhelming, or even silly. However, this type of meeting is actually one of the most valuable parts of the process. No, we are not putting together a college list in 8th, 9th, or even 10th grade. Instead, we are laying the groundwork for a successful and strategic high school experience to maximize options and make the right decisions from the outset.
Typical discussion topics for older high school students, prospective transfers, and prospective graduate students include the formulation of an appropriate list, testing timelines, and early application deadline strategies.
Typical discussion topics for middle school and younger high school students will include course selection, standardized test planning, summer experiences, extracurricular activities, and leadership positions, as well as the mitigation of mistakes that may have already occurred.
Fees: $350-2000
ESSAY, INTERVIEW, AND MISC. WORK SESSIONS
HS CLASS OF 2024
Are you a current senior who has your list nailed down, but is struggling with finishing up what feel like countless supplemental essays? Book one (or more!) essay coaching sessions for essay planning, line-by-line review, and personalized feedback from one of our experienced coaches.
And that’s not all! We also offer as-needed professional assistance with interview preparation, summer program applications, resumes, cover letters, and more!
Fee: $400/session
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