SERVICES INCLUDED
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Individual consultation services with experienced and knowledgeable education professional (approximately twelve to fifteen meetings)
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Review of academic record to date
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Prepare and update a graduation plan optimizing college admission options
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College planning website (educational portfolio, individualized to-do list, guidance information files, and college information all in one place)
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Access to an experienced and knowledgeable consultant when needed
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Ongoing communication about the college process/landscape
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Communication about outside scholarship opportunities, both national and local
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CPC newsletter with college preparation content for all grade levels
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Aptitude assessment for career/interest/major
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ACT/SAT diagnostic practice exams with extensive feedback on areas to study
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Creation/update of student activities list/resume’ including discussion/recommendations for a meaningful activities list
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Overview of college admissions process/trends to include evaluation of student’s profile relative to typical admission profiles for colleges of interest
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Access to multiple assessments to help learn about student’s strengths/weaknesses/ major and career interests, and college preferences
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Development of a balanced college list considering academic, social, and location preferences as well as financial parameters
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Guidance for establishing a standardized testing goal and testing timeline
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Strategies for obtaining quality letters of recommendations
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College application essay(s) topic brainstorming, development of ideas, and editing services
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Articulation of application activities list to maximize word count and clear communication
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Individualized guidance to maximize quality of college applications, including a review of materials prior to submission to ensure accuracy and thoroughness
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Assistance/Review of self-reported transcript requirements as needed
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Assistance/Support with after-application tasks to ensure completed college application
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Assistance/support with college-specific scholarship essays/applications as needed
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Assistance/support for submission of admission and/or financial aid appeals
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Guidance for housing applications
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Information and support regarding financial aid applications and deciphering financial packages
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Support in the decision-making process when choosing your college
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Other support, as requested
