Description of Services : Compile strengths and interests inventory
Assist with high school course selection
Review transcript and provide suggestions
Discuss maximizing electives, extracurricular activities, and summer programs
Develop resumé/expanded resumé
Research “best fit” colleges
Plan for college visits (what to look for, what to ask)
Research College Fairs (where, times, booths to visit, questions to ask)
Plan for meetings with college reps visiting high school (questions to ask)
Assist with essays – brainstorming sessions, personal strengths, review/editing/comments
Assist with recommendations (who to ask, when to ask, how to ask)
Discuss testing strategies (when to take test(s), ACT vs SAT, whether or not to submit scores)
Compile a list of colleges
Assist with application(s)
Provide deadline reminders
Discuss and compare financial aid offers
Assist with preparation for college interviews
Guide through waitlist appeals
Assist with comparisons of offers and choosing a college
Description of Experience : I was a high school counselor for over 10 years; 6 of these years were in roles focused directly on college and career (the other years were a combination of mental health and college/career counseling). During this time, I helped hundreds of students through the college application process.
Since beginning in private practice last year, I have worked with 29 students in grades 9-12.