College Counseling | Admission Help

We work closely with students and families to assist in a successful college process and outcomes.

Ever wonder what the College admission process entails? It entails hard work, research, commitment, grit, patience, and resilience to help a student and family achieve the goals they have been dreaming of! Please read below to learn more about how we help your child’s college admission journey.

Initial Consultation

At the start of our journey, we delve into your student’s unique academic profile, reviewing the transcripts, standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, talents, and current and future course plans. We then strategize how to position your application for maximum consideration, tailoring our approach to your strengths and aspirations.

Deciding on a Major and Career

Students often need help with choosing a college major or deciding between two options. We provide career and personality assessments to help you understand your interests, preferences, and personal styles. This understanding can guide you in selecting courses, majors, and career paths you are passionate about. After the evaluation, we review the results and discuss how you can use the information to enhance your college experience.

Developing balanced College Lists

Following our comprehensive review, we meticulously curate a list of colleges and academic programs that perfectly align with your student’s interests, credentials, and admissions standards and offerings. We work based on the student’s learning profile, personality, and interests. We also look into the variety of programs a school offers to help students reach their professional goals after graduation.

Making College Tours’ Checklist

College tours help your student understand the campus culture, demonstrate an interest in the college, and allow you to become better acquainted with its offerings. We provide checklists to prepare for visiting colleges, meeting with admission officers and currently enrolled students, what questions to ask during your visit, and how to make a positive impression on campus. College tours also help students write ” Why us” essays, as they can mention why they really prefer a college over another.

Devising Brag Sheet/Resume/Digital footprint and social media

The student’s brag sheet or resume is integral to the college application. We will help you devise a brag sheet to record all your achievements during high school and write a clear, concise resume that reflects your involvement both inside and outside the classroom. In addition to the above, we help curate your students’ social media profiles on different social media platforms to align them with their resumes and the majors they applied for.

Preparing and advising on College Admission Tests.

College admission tests have become a central part of college applications since 2023 and have come back in many colleges. We advise and help you increase your SAT/ACT scores so your student’s chances of getting admission become better in the colleges of their choice. We have competent teachers who help you with the test prep. We also prepare students for acceleration tests CBE, AP, and other standardized tests taken to show the rigor of the coursework and improve the GPA.

Completing Applications

After preparing a balanced college list, we guide the student through the often complex and overwhelming application process. We ensure that the student understands all the instructions, reviews forms, and answers all the application sections. After completing drafts, we thoroughly review each application to ensure no details are overlooked and no “red flags” are missed. This maximizes your admission prospects and alleviates any application-related stress.

Writing Personal Statements/ Supplemental/ Optional/Scholarships/Honors essays

The college essay is the most critical part of the college application, and counselors at College Prep Coach are committed to helping curate essays to win admission and scholarships for your student. We help our students not only develop essays but also help them understand the process of effective creative writing. There is great emphasis on clarity of expression and grammatical accuracy. We have a unique method to bring out the best of the student’s personalities through brainstorming and continuous attrition of the essays till they are perfect. At College Prep Coach, we are dedicated to assisting you in creating genuine and compelling essays that genuinely showcase your best qualities to potential colleges.

Guiding on Letters of Recommendation

We guide how to obtain well-written and supportive letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, coaches, and extracurricular sponsors/supervisors. We discuss who you should ask for letters, the best way and time to request them, and how to help the writers effectively convey your strengths and interests.

Interview and Portfolio Preparation

An interview is an excellent opportunity for a college admission officer to get to know prospective students up close. We offer preparation and practice interviews for the college admission process. In 2024, it is projected that with the rise of AI, colleges are moving towards more authentic ways of getting to know students through personal interviews. We review interview etiquette and what questions to expect during an interview with the students. Through our mock interview sessions, we help you achieve high comfort and confidence on interview day.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Scholarships and other financial aid for college are available to all students, regardless of their financial need. We offer valuable guidance on securing competitive and non-competitive funds from your desired colleges. Our financial aid support includes a thorough assessment of your financial situation, assistance with completing and processing financial aid forms, guidance on applying for private scholarships, and strategies for obtaining merit-based aid. We will assist you throughout the process, from identifying potential funding sources to submitting your applications.

Committing to a College

After receiving your admission offers, we schedule a meeting to reviewing the costs and benefits of attending each institution you have been admitted to. Our decision guidance process includes a comprehensive review of your financial aid awards, prospective colleges’ academic and extracurricular offerings, possible majors, and plans beyond your undergraduate study. We will help you weigh the pros and cons of each offer, considering factors such as cost, location, academic reputation, and campus culture. We aim to ensure you make an informed decision that aligns with your academic and career goals.

Beyond College Admission

Before you start at your new institution, we can help you explore majors, create a study plan, and find campus-based support. We believe that our success is measured not only by admission offers but also by our success in college and our ability to make the most of higher education. After you are accepted, we’ll provide ongoing support, including regular check-ins, academic advising, and help with any challenges you may encounter during your college journey.