COMPREHENSIVE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Having a college consultant to support you and your family will remove stress from what can seem like an overwhelming task. It’s never too early to start the college admissions process, and sophomore year is an ideal time to begin. No matter what stage of the process you are at, College Bound Future will help you construct a comprehensive college application that fits together like a puzzle to share your unique story with college admissions.

PREPARE FOR A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE

  • PLANNING PROCESS

    • Conduct a comprehensive review and provide feedback on transcripts and extracurriculars
    • Administer personality and career assessments to determine interests and goals
    • Conduct an extensive meet-and-greet/Q&A session with the student and family to discuss goals and a plan to achieve them
    • Advise students on academic scheduling and choosing rigorous courses that relate to his/her intended area of study or one yet to be uncovered
    • Keep students on track with tools that develop independence and academic success
    • Suggest opportunities for community engagement and unique leadership projects
    • Identify features that make a college the best fit for the individual student
    • Assist students in researching colleges and showing demonstrated interest
    • Explore options and apply for summer programs and internships 
    • Develop a plan to prepare for standardized tests
    • Help students foster relationships with teachers and school counselors
    • Ensure the student establishes a positive digital footprint and social media profile
    • Facilitate successful family communication and decision-making
    • Provide access to College Bound Future’s customized online student portal account to track college lists, assignments, dates, support materials, and announcements

CRAFT A STAND-OUT APPLICATION

  • APPLICATION PROCESS

    • Research and develop a personalized list of best-fit colleges 
    • Provide a framework and specific guide for productive college visits 
    • Share strategies and templates to organize priorities and manage deadlines
    • Brainstorm and develop a compelling personal statement and stand-out supplements
    • Provide expertise, feedback, and support throughout the process of revisions and final edits
    • Develop an effective resume and detailed activities list that aligns with your story
    • Assist students in displaying unique talents on their application (art portfolios, athletic reels, science research, etc.)
    • Ensure students obtain effective letters of recommendation 
    • Finalize a balanced college list of target, likely, and reach schools, and help with early decision/early action considerations
    • Conduct mock interviews and create video interviews if required
    • Supervise registration, completion, and submission of applications
    • Help apply for merit-based financial aid and write scholarship essays
    • Assist with writing letters of continued interest for waitlists or deferrals
    • Provide support for final decision-making and preparing for your next chapter!