Let Us Be Your College Archway

We know how to take the stress and uncertainty out of applying to college by offering expert mentorship and support throughout the entire process, so that every parent is well informed and every student is well-prepared and well-positioned to apply and be accepted to their ideal, best-fit school.

We provide a detailed assessment of each student’s interests, activities, aptitudes and needs in order to conduct extensive research and develop a customized list of “best fit” colleges.

We offer expert assessment and advice on academic course selection and preparation for AP, ACT, SAT and other standardized tests to strengthen the chances of admission to each student's top schools of choice. 

We provide full-service college application support for the Common Application, U.C. Application and more, including detailed support of the personal statement and supplemental essay development and review. 

We work closely with each student and their family to help them understand and calculate costs of schools, assess their financial options, and identify and apply for aid and scholarships.

We provide effective time-management tools, planning and support at every step of the application journey. Whether it's scheduling college visits and preparing for interviews or meeting application deadlines and offering discerning advice in the final college selection stage, our counselors are there to guide each student and family to their best-fit college acceptance.

We specialize in unique types of applicant support, including BS/MD Programs, Art School, Athletic Recruitment, College Transfer Applicants and more. We offer deep insight, advice and programming for parents too, ensuring they have the knowledge and tools to effectively support their student throughout the college admissions process. 

In this small group workshop we will share important strategies and research on how to identify and apply to your ideal fit "reach", "target" and "likely" colleges to maximize your chances of acceptance. We will also introduce and begin work on the updated 2026-27 Common Application, including developing an impactful activity list and other key parts of the application to set you up for success!

Find your voice and your story in this small group workshop that will explore proven techniques for crafting a compelling personal statement that will make you a standout applicant. In addition to composing a well-crafted personal statement for the Common Application, you will learn strategies for how to approach a variety of supplemental essays so you feel informed and confident about your applications.