We begin with an initial consultation (free if you decide to continue working with College Gateways) to review the student’s academic history and to discuss long-term goals. This conversation guides us in the creation of an individualized plan. Communication with both parents/guardians and students will continue throughout the entire process. Below is a partial list of services offered:

• High School academic planning and course selection.
• College search & college list-building with a good “fit”.
• Creative and personal counseling for academic majors and career goals.
• Assistance in creation of a resume.
• Planning for standardized tests.
• Strategies for admission applications and success.
• Counsel in preparing for athletic recruiting.
• Essay brainstorming and editing.
• Assistance in planning meaningful summer and extra-curricular activities.
• Resume development.
• Assistance in managing deadlines and application submissions.
• Application review and feedback BEFORE submission.
• Assistance in approaching college visits.
• Interview preparation.
• Assistance with financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
• Assistance on early decision and early action.
• Advice on how to navigate wait list/deferred acceptances.
• Coordination with high school counselors and other personnel.
• Gap year ideas and research.

Families typically chose to pay an hourly rate for services. College Gateways also features a number of college planning packages. Whatever you need, I’ll make it work for you.