COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES
Underclassmen: Personalized Pre-College Planning Starting as Early as Eighth Grade
It's never too early to start: College By Design offers tailored consulting services to help foster a wonderful high school experience and transition to college. By getting to know each student and family early in the process, I build an individualized plan to help students find their passions, set goals, utilize their strengths, and take ownership of their high school years and the college selection/application process. What this package includes:
During Eighth – Tenth Grade:
Creation of an an academic and extracurricular action plan, setting in motion the steps to a successful and enjoyable high school experience
Assistance with course selection each year to ensure (i) college readiness, and (ii) that students will be well-rounded applicants meeting criteria for college acceptance
Introduction to new activities, summer programs, classes, and community service opportunities
Ability for teens to learn about majors, careers, and home in on their interests early in the process
Navigation of personality tests and career assessments enabling students to better understand their strengths/personality traits and how they impact study habits, group work, prospective college majors, aspirations, and goals
Help with applying for internships/summer programs
Creation of a buildable RESUME
Standardized test planning/strategy
College visit and research advising
Opportunity for assistance with high school papers/tutoring—separate fee
Junior Year:
Finding the best fit colleges to meet a student’s academic, social, extracurricular and financial needs
Development of an initial college list of 20-25 schools taking into account these needs
Access to College Planner Pro (CPP) for students and parents
Honing in on favorite activities, classes, and community service
Guidance through strategic college research for students and parents utilizing CPP
College visit advising—know what to do/ask while on campus and where/when to visit
Creation of an academic and extracurricular action plan for senior year
Standardized test planning/strategy
Demonstrated Interest—help colleges get to know you
Discussion of teacher recommendation letters
Help applying for internships/summer programs
Opportunity for assistance with high school papers—separate fee
Summer Before Twelfth Grade Through Graduation & Beyond
Narrowing of college list
COMPREHENSIVE ESSAY ASSISTANCE (my specialty)
Hands-on assistance with ALL COLLEGE APPLICATIONS
Personalized organization system to keep students on track
Monitoring of all deadlines/applications to limit family stress
Continued access to CPP for college list and research
One-on-one interview prep
Multiple workshops for students (plus on-location sessions for MN students - COVID-19 Pending)
Discussion of merit aid/extra applications when required
Help with scholarship essays
Consideration of athletic recruitment
Help submitting visual/performing arts supplements
Review of all acceptance choices, including how to handle waitlist decisions
Meeting during freshman year to discuss how things are going
Upperclassmen: Junior - Senior Year
It's never too late to start: Navigating the college selection and application process can be daunting. Through strategic, step-by-step guidance, College By Design aims to demystify the college application process and alleviate stress and anxiety. The final two years of high school play a pivotal role in preparing students for college, and I strive to make this a fun and fluid time for the entire family. Package includes:
Finding the best fit colleges to meet a student’s academic, social, extracurricular, and financial needs
Guidance through strategic college research for students and parents utilizing College Planner Pro
College visit advising—know what to do/ask while on campus and where/when to visit
Navigation of personality tests and career assessments enabling students to better understand their strengths/personality traits and how they impact study habits, group work, prospective college majors, aspirations, and goals
Hands-on assistance with ALL COLLEGE APPLICATIONS
COMPREHENSIVE ESSAY ASSISTANCE (my specialty)
Creation of a buildable RESUME
Personalized organization system to keep students on track
Monitoring of all deadlines/applications to limit family stress
One-on-one Interview Prep
Multiple workshops for students (plus on-location group sessions for MN students - COVID-19 Pending)
Help with scholarship essays
Consideration of athletic recruitment
Help submitting visual/performing arts supplements
Discussion of merit aid/extra applications when required
Review of all acceptance choices, including how to handle waitlist decisions
TARGETED PACKAGES
MINI Package: 10-Hours to be used as clients see fit
(Namely for rising/current seniors and grad school applicants)
Limited guidance on any of the above topics offered through my Comprehensive Packages
Great for students applying to post college scholarships like the Watson, Marshall, Rhodes, or Fulbright
Ability to purchase a second/third package or add hourly essay assistance and support after time-allotment
15-Hour Package: To be used as clients see fit
For High School Students: Essay assistance including brainstorming of topics, introduction to essay writing through a targeted three part workshop, guidance throughout the writing process, help managing deadlines, and organization through Dropbox of all essays/work. For students in need of essay assistance only, this package offers a reduced rate when purchasing in increments of 15-hours from my standard hourly rate
Great for students applying to Medical School/PhD, Masters Programs, and Law School
Ability to purchase a second package, or to switch to hourly essay assistance after time-allotment
Transfer Student Package: 10 or 15 Hour
Life evolves, and so does a student’s interests, personality, and goals. Sometimes students realize their current school does not meet their academic or social needs, or they find themselves longing to be in a new environment or location. Growth over the first year of college can transform a student in ways that necessitate transferring to find balance and be successful. Through tailored consulting services and step-by-step guidance, College By Design supports transfer students through every stage of the process.
Hourly: Essay Assistance, Editing, Resumes/Cover Letters, Questions
For families in need of targeted guidance, clients can purchase assistance by the hour
For college students with limited needs, students can purchase essay assistance by the hour
For those in need of resume or cover letter assistance only, clients can purchase by the hour