Frequently Asked Questions

  • For most families, it can be beneficial to begin speaking with a college consultant when the student is in ninth grade. I can help with course planning and study strategies and guide students to find meaningful extracurricular activities that will help them explore their interests outside of the classroom. I educate families about trends in college admissions and provide strategies to find colleges where students would thrive. The goal of advising for underclassmen is to help students develop authentic interests and skills that will serve them well in college and beyond.

  • No, it is not too late! In fact, this is when many families seek out college advising services. The bulk of the work will happen between May of junior year through January of senior year, and we can address everything from teacher brag sheets to personal statements to scholarships. Please see a list of services that I offer to students in their senior year.

  • At this time, I do not offer hourly services or essay-only packages. I spend a significant amount of time getting to know students before they even begin the writing process in order to help them develop an application that reflects their talents, experiences, and interests. This gives students an opportunity to reflect and make important connections so that their applications are authentic, cohesive, and unique.

  • Most of my meetings are held in the evenings when students are available. I also have some weekend hours, and I am available to meet with homeschooled students during the weekdays.

  • Yes, I love working with student-athletes! I have assisted athletes who have participated in a variety of sports including golf, swimming, tennis, basketball, football, lacrosse, soccer, and volleyball. I have helped them navigate the NCAA recruiting process, from understanding academic eligibility requirements to developing effective communication with college coaches to demystifying the commitment process.

  • The first thing we will do is make the most of the time we have to improve grades as much as possible. One of my “superpowers” is coaching students to manage their time and find motivation to succeed in the classroom. Many colleges do understand that sometimes it takes students a little bit of time to understand how to succeed in high school coursework, and they appreciate an upward trajectory in grades. We can also discuss approaches to improving standardized test scores and finding the right test for your student’s strengths. Most importantly, I can help your student tell his or her story. Colleges need to understand the context of a student’s experiences and unique skills in order to fully evaluate their potential to succeed in college–and that’s where I can help!

  • Yes, I appreciate all learning styles! Please contact me to discuss your student’s needs.

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    Auburn University

    Baylor University

    Clemson University

    College of Charleston

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    Cornell University

    Davidson College

    Duke University

    Elon University

    Emerson College

    Fordham University

    Furman University

    George Mason University

    George Washington University

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Georgetown University

    Harvard University

    James Madison University

    Lehigh University

    Michigan State University

    Middlebury College

    New York University

    Northeastern University

    Purdue University

    Reed College

    Rice University

    Savannah College of Design

    Sewanee: University of the South

    Southern Methodist University

    Syracuse University

    Texas A&M University

    The Citadel

    The University of Alabama

    Tufts University

    United States Naval Academy

    University of California Berkeley

    University of California Davis

    University of California Los Angeles

    University of California San Diego

    University of California Santa Barbara

    University of Chicago

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    University of Kentucky

    University of Maryland

    University of Miami

    University of Mississippi

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    University of Pittsburgh

    University of Richmond

    University of South Carolina

    University of Tampa

    University of Tennessee

    University of Virginia

    Vanderbilt University

    Villanova University

    Virginia Tech

    Washington University in St. Louis

    William & Mary

    Williams College

    Wofford College

    Yale University