12th Grade
College Consulting Packages
Sealing the Deal:
Mastering Applications and Finalizing College Decisions
Senior year is the culmination of years of preparation and the most intensive phase of the college admissions journey. It is when students finalize their college list, develop authentic application materials, and present their strengths clearly and confidently. Our 12th Grade Packages provide expert, personalized guidance across key stages of the process, including essay strategy, application review, interview preparation, financial aid planning, college decisions, and the transition to college.
Expected Outcomes for 12th Grade
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Clarify academic and career direction and use it to guide college choices and application positioning
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Maintain strong senior-year academic performance while managing application priorities, workload, and deadlines
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Make informed decisions about standardized testing, retakes, timing, and score submission
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Develop and refine a balanced, prioritized list of best-fit colleges and make informed Early Decision and Early Action choices
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Present extracurricular involvement and leadership experiences clearly and effectively throughout the application
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Develop an authentic application narrative and bring essays, activities, recommendations, and supplemental materials together into a cohesive presentation
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Submit polished, complete applications that present the student’s strengths clearly and consistently
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Prepare for admissions interviews with polished communication skills and confident self-presentation
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Compare admission offers and financial aid, evaluate affordability, and navigate waitlists, deferrals, and financial aid appeals when relevant
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Evaluate relevant special programs, vocational options, and gap year pathways when appropriate
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Build college transition readiness across academic, organizational, social, and personal areas
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Align family support with the student’s goals and responsibilities throughout the application and decision process
Included Services for 12th Grade
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Exploration of interests, strengths, and academic and career direction, with academic planning aligned with the student’s goals
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A personalized roadmap, with skill-building coaching in time management, organization, focus, and productivity
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Standardized testing strategy for retake decisions, timing, and score submission
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Extracurricular and leadership positioning, including summer activity planning aligned with the student’s goals
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Parent & family coaching to align expectations, responsibilities, and support
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Guidance on college list development, Early Decision & Early Action strategy, and college visit evaluation
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Application timeline and milestone planning to manage priorities and deadlines
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Guidance on financial aid and scholarships, plus special programs, honors tracks, and vocational options
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Support for authentic narrative development, essay strategy and review, and application review and optimization
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Guidance on portfolios and supplemental materials, recommendation letters, and admissions interviews
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Support for college decisions, waitlists and deferrals, financial aid appeals, and gap year planning
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College transition coaching focused on academic, social, organizational, and personal readiness
12th Grade Package Options:
Choose the Level That Matches Your Needs
Our 12th Grade Packages are designed to be flexible and customizable to suit the student’s unique needs, aspirations, and desired level of support. We offer three tiers: Silver, Gold, and Platinum, each delivering a progressively deeper, more comprehensive, and more personalized consulting experience.
Silver
Gold
Platinum
Services Included
Exploring Interests & Career Goals
Foundational exploration of career aspirations and strengths
Tailored exploration of interests to connect goals with academic and extracurricular plans
In-depth alignment of career goals with application narratives and college strategy
Personalized Roadmap Development
Roadmap with quarterly updates aligned with goals, deadlines, and priorities
Roadmap with monthly updates and detailed adjustments to manage deadlines and priorities
Fully customized, evolving roadmap with tailored action steps and frequent reviews
Academic Guidance
& Course Selection
Foundational support for maintaining strong senior year academic performance
Detailed advice on course selection to align with application strengths and goals
Comprehensive planning to ensure academic rigor and showcase readiness for target schools
Standardized Testing Strategy
Final review of testing timeline and score submissions
Advanced strategy for retake decisions, timing, and score submission
Integrated testing strategy with detailed score analysis, timing, and submission decisions
Extracurricular Strategy
& Leadership Development
Strategic review and positioning of extracurricular involvement and leadership roles
Targeted guidance to highlight leadership impact and sustained involvement in applications
Comprehensive positioning strategy to present sustained commitment, initiative, and leadership impact
Maximizing Efficiency & Effectiveness in High School
Foundational coaching on managing senior year priorities
Personalized strategies for time management, focus, and balancing multiple commitments
Advanced coaching for complex schedules, prioritization, productivity, and deadline management
Parent & Family Coaching
1 hour
1.5 hours
2 hours
Crafting, Refining, & Evaluating the College List
Focused college list development based on the student's academic profile, preferences, fit, and application scope
Expanded college research and list refinement across reach, match, and safety categories
Comprehensive analysis with ongoing updates to ensure strategic alignment with goals
Early Decision & Early Action Strategy
Not included
Foundational guidance on identifying suitable ED/EA options
Comprehensive strategy with tailored submission timelines, scenario planning, and analysis of advantages and risks
Application Timeline & Milestone Planning
Application timeline overview covering remaining deadlines and submission milestones
Advanced timeline with proactive reminders for deadlines
Fully monitored, dynamic timeline covering critical deadlines, priorities, and task sequencing
Guiding & Evaluating College Visits
Not included
Guidance on planning and evaluating campus visits
Personalized visit preparation, including checklists and follow-up analysis
Maximizing Financial Aid & Scholarship Opportunities
Not included
Introduction to financial aid options and scholarship resources
Comprehensive strategies for maximizing aid and scholarship opportunities
Navigating Special Programs & Vocational Schools
Not included
Not included
Advisory guidance on special programs, honors tracks, and vocational options
Crafting an Authentic & Compelling Narrative
Foundational coaching on creating compelling personal stories
Strategic development of narratives to connect essays, activities, and goals
Comprehensive story integration across all applications, essays, and interviews
Essay Excellence:
Strategy & Review
Foundational coaching on essay topics and structure
Detailed essay strategy and review with feedback on structure, clarity, and positioning
Intensive coaching to craft standout essays that showcase unique strengths
Application Review & Optimization
Foundational review to ensure completeness and clarity
Detailed application review with strategic suggestions
Comprehensive optimization including essays, activities, and overall application polish
Portfolio & Supplemental Materials Guidance
Not included
Not included
Tailored coaching for creating exceptional portfolios and supplemental materials
Recommendation Letter Guidance
Foundational guidance on selecting recommenders and aligning recommendation themes
Detailed guidance on recommender selection, coordination, and strategic positioning
Comprehensive guidance on recommender selection, coordination, and alignment with the application strategy
Preparing for Admissions Interviews
Not included
Comprehensive coaching on interview questions and communication skills
In-depth preparation with mock interviews, personalized feedback, and strategy
Navigating College Decisions
Foundational coaching to evaluate offers and choose the best fit
Detailed guidance on weighing financial aid, program fit, and long-term goals
Comprehensive support for comparing offers, considering financial factors, and planning final enrollment
Waitlist & Deferral Strategy
Not included
Foundational advice on managing waitlists and deferrals
Comprehensive planning and support for advocacy and communication strategies
Financial Aid & Scholarship Appeals
Not included
Structured guidance on appeal strategy, documentation, positioning, and timing
Comprehensive guidance on reviewing award letters and planning financial aid reconsideration requests
Gap Year Strategy & Planning
Not included
Basic exploration of gap year options and benefits
Detailed gap year planning focused on program options, structure, timing, and longer-term goals
Preparing for Success in College and Beyond
Foundational advice on college transition readiness
Tailored coaching on academic, social, and personal adjustment
Comprehensive support including academic skills, social integration, and personal growth
Meeting Hours & Sessions
Total Meeting Hours
18 hours
24 hours
30 hours
Maximum Number of Sessions
Up to 24
Up to 32
Up to 40
Communication & Scheduling
Parent Progress Update Sessions
3 total, approximately every 3 months
5 total, approximately every 2 months
7 total, approximately every 1.5 months
Progress Reports
(Students & Parents)
Monthly updates
Biweekly updates
Biweekly updates with detailed assessments
Communication Access
Email support with a 48-hour response time
Email support with a 24-hour response time
Priority email/text support with a 24-hour response time
Priority Scheduling
Not included
High scheduling priority
Top scheduling priority
Pricing
Package Price
From $5,200
From $6,700
From $8,200
Discount on Add-on Services
Not included
5% discount
10% discount
Listed pricing may vary based on the student's package and start date. Final terms and pricing will be confirmed in the contract.
Application limits: Silver supports up to 5 applications, Gold up to 10, and Platinum up to 15. These limits apply across Essay Excellence: Strategy & Review, Application Review & Optimization, and Portfolio & Supplemental Materials Guidance.
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Each tier builds upon the previous one, offering expanded services, deeper insights, and more hands-on support to help students make the most of the experience and prepare confidently for the years ahead.
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Each package is fully customizable to fit the student’s unique goals and preferences. Families can choose the level of involvement and scope that best supports their student’s growth. Our tiered options range from a robust foundation to a white-glove, comprehensive partnership designed to maximize every opportunity.
Customizable and Flexible
Ready to Start Your Journey?
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