Fees

College Advising Packages

Initial Consultation
Twenty minute telephone consultation ~ Complimentary

Early Exploration Session ~ $300.
Two hour session ideal for students in grades 8-10 and those who are in the early stages of college exploration. Focus is on personal and major/career inventories and planning high school coursework to meet college goals. Individually tailored to the client's interests. Includes recommendation list of possible college options.

College Explored Comprehensive Package ~ $2000.
Designed for juniors or seniors with some understanding of the admissions process who are seeking guidance through the various planning steps. Services include development of college list, designing a testing/application planning timeline, interview planning and coaching, plus application and essay support targeted to the admissions requirements of chosen colleges. Ten service hours to be divided between junior and senior years, including 5-6 hours of individual meeting time. Package hours may be divided between junior and senior years.

College Explored Two-Year Package ~ $3500.
Need more extensive guidance to find and get into the colleges of your choice? The two-year package is designed to begin junior year and take clients through the application process. Sessions focus on researching colleges, developing a college list, internship search, designing a testing/application planning timeline, interview planning and coaching, plus application and extensive essay support targeted to the admissions requirements of chosen colleges. Twenty service hours to be divided between junior and senior years, including 10-12 hours of individual meeting time.

Senior Intensive Package ~ $2500.
Getting a late start on the college admissions process? You can still build a list of great colleges to apply to and craft effective applications that will lead to acceptance. The Senior Intensive package includes 12 hours of enhanced support for students including development of a college list, testing strategies, interview planning & coaching, application guidance and essay development, plus targeted assistance to stay organized and meet all admissions deadlines.

Admissions Essay Development & Revision Assistance ~ $600 and up.
Essay brainstorming, strategies, and comprehensive revision assistance for University of California application, the Common Application, Universal Application, and individual private or public school applications. Personalized support through all phases of admissions essays and supplemental essay questions.

See College Essay Coaching for full details and pricing.

Additional Support
For those who have needs outside the package structure, hourly rates are available. Hourly services may include personal statement guidance and revision, wait-list strategies, rejection appeals, support in application portfolios, etc.

Educational Consulting

* Private school placement assistance
* Tutoring, including organizational and homework/study strategies
* Special education planning and advocacy

I am happy to discuss individual needs and develop a plan to guide learners on the path to educational success.