for 8th-12th Graders & ParentsStrategic College Planning for Students & Parents
Structured, step-by-step guidance paired with supportive, encouraging, and personable instruction.
Why A College Consult?
We start with your student’s goals and habits. Every consultation begins by helping your student identify personal and academic goals and breaking them into measurable, manageable steps. Together, we map out the year(s) with clear check-ins for accountability, encouragement, and guidance leading to college acceptance.
We create a story arc for your student’s high school journey—connecting activities, leadership roles, and experiences to highlight strengths and unique qualities. Using clear questions and a personality assessments, we identify strengths, weaknesses, interests, and skills to guide strategic planning.
Parent consultations include a focused discussion on how you can best support your teen—covering key deadlines, important opportunities, internship connections, and other resources tailored to your student’s goals.
When do we need a College Consultation?
8th Grade
Why it’s not too early for a college consultation
Eighth grade offers the chance to get ahead. Students can build strong study habits, start high school classes (and GPA), select freshman courses wisely, and try the practice PSAT. A consultation provides a clear plan, confidence, and a head start on standing out.
Freshman
Why this the ideal time for a college consultation
Freshman year sets the foundation with GPA focus, smart class selection, and PSAT practice. Regular check-ins break the process into manageable steps—and help students gain confidence as they go.
Sophomores
Why this a key year for a college consultation
Sophomore year shapes direction through course choices, PSAT prep, and activity focus. Guided check-ins help students explore opportunities and make thoughtful choices along the way.
Juniors
Why this a pivotal year for a college consultation
Junior year drives the college process: test timing, campus visits, Common App setup, and essay prep. Steady check-ins keep students on track with goals, grades, and deadlines, helping them stay focused, organized, and encouraged during a challenging academic year.
Seniors
Why this a critical time for a college consultation
Senior year is all about execution—applications, essays, recommendations, and scholarships. Consistent check-ins help students enjoy the process and maximize their senior year—finishing high school strong while making plans for college.
Ongoing Support
Why it’s best to continue college consultations
When students have support from 8th grade through senior year, they gain the guidance needed to reach their full potential. Consistent counsel provides a safe space to explore goals, make informed decisions, adjust plans as they grow, and ensure their story, leadership, and achievements align to stand out in the college application process.
Key Areas Covered Include
Class planning tailored to the student’s needs (AP, dual credit, and course selection)
Evaluation of GPA, study habits, and daily routines, with actionable suggestions
SAT/ACT planning, including timing and test strategy
Guidance on clubs, work, volunteering, and extracurriculars (broad exposure early, deeper leadership later)
Discussion of internship opportunities and potential connections
Building relationships and asking the right people for letters of recommendation
Overview of essays and the Common App (topic brainstorming and strategic storytelling)
College search strategy, including narrowing choices, considering high-reach schools, and standing out through a cohesive story arc
What You Can Expect
By the end of the consultation, your student walks away with a clear, personalized roadmap written out for high school and college preparation—balancing academics, leadership, experiences, and strategic planning to maximize opportunities and showcase their authentic self.
How to Book a Consult
Step One
Purchase a consult type from the options below.
Step Two
Receive an email with a calendar to book your consult.
Step Three
Meet with Angela in person or over a video call.
Choose Your Consultation Type
Have questions about which consultation type to pick? Book a free 15 minute chat here.
Appointment Scheduling & AvailabilityBecause of summer writing camps, consultation availability is limited during the summer months.
If you are considering a consultation, we encourage you to purchase now and schedule your session for August or September so your student can begin the school year with strong momentum.
*Are you a senior working on college applications? Priority consultation times are available in July and August to help students stay on track with application deadlines, essays, and next steps.
Common App Consult
$200 | $175 for Summer Camp Attendee
Great for seniors or transfer students
1 hour Common App Consultation for Juniors and Seniors
Individual guidance on how to approach the application as a whole and polish before submitting.
Guaranteed to improve your application!
Getting Started Consult
$275
For Students: 1 hour Initial consultation
For Parents: 1 hour Follow-up meeting
Why it works: Perfect for families ready to begin planning and get clear direction
Upgrade to the 12 month program to provide your teen step-by-step guidance and check ins for each benchmark to reduce stress and meet deadlines along the way.
Supplemental Essay Support Consult
$275 | $250 for Summer Camp Attendee
Great for seniors or transfer students
Most colleges require supplemental essays that give students the opportunity to share more about themselves beyond the Common App essay. These shorter responses are valuable opportunities to reinforce their overall story, highlight different strengths, and stand out in the admissions process.
This consult helps students with those supplemental essays.
Scholarship Essay Support Consult
$275 | $250 for Summer Camp Attendee
Scholarship essays are one of the most powerful ways for students—both high school and college—to reduce the cost of education. These applications often require short, focused writing that highlights a student’s story, goals, and impact in a limited space.
This consult helps students craft clear, compelling scholarship essays that stand out and align with what selection committees are looking for.
SPECIAL OFFER AVAILABLE!12 Month Program
Best Support — Save $300!
$995
This is a 12 month program to help students and reduce stress through consistent guidance and regular check-ins.
For Students:
Initial Consultation
3 Quarterly Follow-up Consultation Sessions
2 Online Check-ins
Manageable steps and checklists
Touchpoints every six weeks during the academic year
Senior Option: Because seniors often have application deadlines for colleges and scholarships concentrated in the fall and early spring, meetings may be scheduled more frequently to fit your timeline and goals. We can customize the pacing to provide the support you need when you need it most.
For Parents: 2 online or in-person consultations (start & end of process)
For Students and Parents: Google Classroom access for valuable resources and communication, with carefully curated scholarship opportunities.
Total: 6 in-person or online consultations +2online check-ins
Why it works: Continuous guidance keeps your teen on track and your family fully informed.
SPECIAL OFFER - Enroll today with $195 down to secure your student’s place and receive early access to the booking calendar. The remaining balance is due August 1. This offer expires August 1, 2026.
Testimonials
What Students & Families are Saying
Meet Angela
Write College Prep grew out of Angela Henderson Smith’s own experience as both an educator and a parent navigating the college process. After walking through applications with her oldest child and seeing how overwhelming it could feel, she began researching what colleges truly look for and helping students craft stronger, more authentic essays. Today, she and her team guide families with clear strategy, thoughtful planning, and writing support that helps students approach college prep with confidence.
FAQs
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You can choose from Online Google Meet or In Person Meet. In person meetings are at Hope Coffee in Sunnyvale, TX, just 15 minutes east of Dallas.
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Common App Consults: $200
All Other Consults: $275
12 Month Planning Program: $995
Please note: A processing fee will be added at checkout.
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Step One - Purchase a consult type from the options.
Step Two - Receive an email with a calendar to book your consult.
Step Three - Meet with Angela in person or over a video call.
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That’s ok! Book a free 15 minute chat here.
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Includes 1 hour consultation with student only.
For Juniors and Seniors
Individual guidance on how to approach the application as a whole and polish before submitting.
Focused on reviewing and polishing the student's Common App entries before submitting the college application.
Guaranteed to improve your application!
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Includes 1 hour consultation with the student, and 1 hour Follow-up meeting with the parent(s).
For Students: Initial consultation
For Parents: Follow-up meeting
Total: 2 meetings
Why it works: Perfect for families ready to begin planning and get clear direction
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This is a 12 month program to help students and reduce stress through consistent guidance and regular check-ins.
For Students:
Initial Consultation
3 Quarterly Follow-up Consultation Sessions
2 Online Check-ins
Manageable steps and checklists
Touchpoints every six weeks during the academic year
For Parents: 2 online check-ins (start & end of process)
For Students and Parents: Google Classroom access for valuable resources and communication, with carefully curated scholarship opportunities.
Total: 6 in-person or online meetings + 4 online check-ins
Why it works: Continuous guidance keeps your teen on track and your family fully informed.
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Supplemental essays are additional college-specific essays that some universities require beyond the main college application essay (such as the Common App personal statement). These short responses give colleges a deeper look into who you are, what matters to you, why you are interested in their school, and how you will contribute to their campus community.
Unlike the personal statement, which focuses on your overall story and personal growth, supplemental essays are often designed to answer specific questions such as:
Why do you want to attend this college?
Why are you interested in your chosen major?
What experiences, values, or perspectives will you bring to campus?
How have you contributed to your community?
What makes you a good fit for this university?
Strong supplemental essays are not about simply telling a college what you think they want to hear—they are about showing authentic connections between your experiences, your goals, and the opportunities the college offers. A thoughtful supplemental essay helps admissions counselors understand not only who you are, but also why you and that college are a great match.
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Two 60-minute sessions
Session One: Brainstorm & Strategy
Review each college's supplemental essay prompts
Brainstorm compelling topics
Develop a plan and outline for as many essays as possible
Session Two: Revision & Refinement
Review completed drafts together
Strengthen content, organization, and voice
Ensure each essay contributes to a cohesive application story
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Two 60-minute consult sessions
Session One: Strategy & Story Development
Review scholarship prompts and requirements
Identify strong personal stories and themes
Brainstorm and outline essay responses
Session Two: Writing & Refinement
Review completed drafts together
Strengthen clarity, structure, and voice
Refine essays to ensure they are focused, authentic, and compelling
Who This Is For
High school and college students applying for local, national, or institutional scholarships. -
The answer depends on where you are in the application process, but these are the most common consultations for rising and current seniors:
Getting Started Consultation – Not sure where to begin? We’ll map out your application timeline, prioritize next steps, and create a personalized plan for the months ahead.
Common App Consultation – The Common Application opens on August 1, so June through August is the ideal time to complete your application before submission season begins. Together, we’ll strengthen every section of your application—including activities, honors, awards, leadership, work experience, and other entries—to ensure your accomplishments are presented in the strongest possible way. We’ll also review your application as a whole to make sure it tells a cohesive story. Most students submit applications between August and November.
Supplemental Essay Consultation – Many colleges require additional essays beyond the personal statement. These prompts are specific to each college or university and become available through the Common App or the institution’s application. June through August is the ideal time to plan, draft, revise, and polish these essays so you’re ready to submit applications beginning August 1. We’ll also look at how each essay fits together to present a complete and compelling picture of who you are.
Scholarship Essay & Interview Consultation – Whenever you find a scholarship opportunity that includes essays or interviews, let’s prepare for it together. Strong essays and interviews are often what distinguish students with similar GPAs, test scores, and extracurricular activities. January through March is typically the peak season for local scholarships, which often provide some of the best opportunities for students