SERVICES

COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGE FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS
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Full review of academic record
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Assessment of strengths, talents, interests, personality and learning styles, academic and future goals, and preferences for various college types and environments. Includes the Strong Interest Inventory, which helps teens figure out majors and careers of interest
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Building a well balanced college list that is uniquely suited to the student
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Advice on course selection
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Advice on extra-curricular activities and summer experiences
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Testing recommendations; timeline and scheduling
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Advice on planning college visits
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Creating an action plan and timeline
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Creating an application strategy, including which teachers should write recommendations
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Brainstorming personal statement and essay topics
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Assistance with personal statements and supplemental essays
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Assistance with filling out application(s), including activity list and resume
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College interview preparation, as needed
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Evaluating college affordability and assessing financial aid packages
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Assistance with strategy for waiting lists and deferrals
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Assistance with making the final decision
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Assistance with the transition to college during the fall of freshman year
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Assistance with applying to gap year programs can be provided for an additional hourly fee.
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The comprehensive package begins at the end of the summer right before junior year, but we will meet once or twice in the spring of sophomore year to start designing your path to college. What classes are you planning to take? What activities are you participating in? What will your summers look like? When and how can you start college visits?
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I begin filling my class of juniors each year starting in January of their sophomore year. 16 spots will be available.
0 spots currently available for Class of 2026.
0 spots currently available for Class of 2027.
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*As my seniors complete their applications in the fall, spots for late-in-the-process seniors may become available.
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Last updated 3/4/25.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
I can work with students who are looking to:
1) Transfer from a community college to a four year college, or
2) Transfer from a four year college to another four year college that is a better fit (that's called a lateral transfer).
We will work together to analyze your situation, determine what you are looking for, and figure out how to transfer your credits to a college that is right for you!
Please contact me so that we can get started.

OFFICE HOURS WITH MARISA
Not ready for a comprehensive package? But eager for some guidance on an hourly basis? Purchase a 90 minute strategy session.