COLLEGE COUNSELING TAILORED TO YOU!

Customized college planning strategies aligned with your unique needs.

Ann is a trusted expert who relieves the inherent stress of the college admissions process. She is the calm, professional voice that keeps your child on track and on time with submissions. You can depend on her to help your child find the right college where he or she can thrive

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    Need step-by-step guide to navigate college admissions?

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    Feeling overwhelmed by building a balanced college list?

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    Looking for tips on optimizing extracurriculars and leadership activities?

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    Could your student use support for essay brainstorming and editing help?

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    Looking for guidance on how to make the most of your college visits?

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    Wondering how to make an application stand out?

  • A red circle with a person in a cap and gown

    Need step-by-step guide to navigate college admissions?

  • A red circle with a white clipboard and three ticks.

    Feeling overwhelmed by building a balanced college list?

  • A red circle with three people in it

    Looking for tips on optimizing extracurriculars and leadership activities?

  • A red circle with a light bulb in the middle of it.

    Could your student use support for essay brainstorming and editing help?

  • A person is standing next to a red circle

    Looking for guidance on how to make the most of your college visits?

  • A red circle with an image of a person in front.

    Wondering how to make an application stand out?

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    Not sure how to make the most of recommendation letters?

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    Need support managing application deadlines and requirements?

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    Struggling to navigate Early Action, Early Decision, or Regular Decision?

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    Hoping to maintain a strong relationship with your student through this journey?

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    Want to lower stress for both you and your student during the college admissions process?

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    Not sure how to make the most of recommendation letters?

  • A red circle with a person in the palm of someone 's hand.

    Need support managing application deadlines and requirements?

  • A red circle with a person and two signs on it

    Struggling to navigate Early Action, Early Decision, or Regular Decision?

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    Hoping to maintain a strong relationship with your student through this journey?

  • A red circle with a building in the middle

    Want to lower stress for both you and your student during the college admissions process?

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College Planning Services

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High School Planning

  • Course Selection Guidance: Help your student build a challenging and balanced academic schedule.
  • Extracurricular Activity Strategy: Identify meaningful activities that showcase passions and leadership.
  • Leadership Development: Guide your students toward roles that demonstrate initiative and impact.
  • Summer Program Recommendations: Suggest enriching summer opportunities to enhance their resume.
  • Study Habits and Time Management Tips: Provide strategies to help your student stay organized and on track academically.
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College List and Selection

  • Personalized College Matching: Identify schools that fit your student's academic interests, career goals, and personal preferences.
  • Balanced List Strategy: Ensure a mix of reach, match, and satety schools to maximize acceptance options.
  • Demonstrated Interest Guidance: Provide strategies for campus visits, communication with admissions reps, and other interactions that showcase genuine interest.
  • Campus Culture Insights: Offer information about campus size, location, extracurriculars, and overall student vibe.
  • Admission Requirements Check: Confirm each college's specific application materials, deadlines, and criteria.
  • Decision-Making Support: Help weigh acceptance offers, financial aid packages, and scholarship opportunities.
  • Campus Visit Guidance: Suggest techniques to make the most of tours and on-campus experiences.
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College Application Consulting

  • Application Strategy & Roadmap: Develop a personalized plan for Early Action, Early Decision, or Regular Decision applications.
  • Essay Brainstorming & Editing: Provide feedback on personal statements and supplemental essays to showcase each student’s unique voice.
  • Recommendation Letter Guidance: Advice on how to select recommenders and request letters effectively.
  • Application Organization: Help manage deadlines, keep track of materials, and ensure each application is completed on time
  • Interview Preparation: Coach students on how to present themselves authentically and confidently in college interviews
  • Post-Submission Follow-Up: Offer support for waitlist or deferral responses and next steps
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Standardized Test Preparation and Planning

  • ACT Prep Sessions: Personalized instruction to build confidence and improve test scores.
  • Test-Taking Strategies: Teach techniques to manage time, reduce anxiety, and approach questions effectively.
  • Custom Study Plans: Create a timeline tailored to your student's goals and schedule.
  • Practice Test Reviews: Analyze practice results to identify strengths and areas for improvement
  • Test Selection Advice: Help your student decide whether to take the SAT, ACT or both.
  • Retake Strategy: Develop a plan for re-testing if necessary to maximize score improvement.
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The benefits of an independent college counselor

Working with Ann during a time that is fraught with so much external pressure was very valuable to us. She understands the process, has lots of experience and is able to convey hopeful optimism, balanced with realism. She kept our son accountable and on track during the entire application process, and she served as a calming resource for us all. We highly recommend Ann!

Susan
- Mom of student Class of 2018 and Class of 2022

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Understanding

Ann knows that relationships begin with listening. She will devote as much time as is necessary to listen first and act second. The result will be a customized, strategic plan that reflects your unique needs, concerns, and goals

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Emphasis On Fit

Finding a college at which you can thrive is more important than finding one that just lets you in. Good fit comes from understanding the priorities of both the student and parents. A good college list represents these needs while maintaining a professional balance between hopeful optimism and educated realism.

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Client Centered Approach

Ann will deliver a personalized plan that accurately reflects your specific circumstances. Ann will coach and guide you on a path that leads you through things you did not expect to find a solution that you might not have anticipated.

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Dedication To Reduce Anxiety

College admissions is an inherently stressful process. My University Coach seeks to reduce this anxiety by putting together a plan that works best for you. This is true for standardized tests as well as applications. Deadlines and testing dates are determined in the best interest of the student.

Call Ann today at (952) 237-0079