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.
Choose Your Consultation Type
Have questions about which consultation type to pick? Book a free 15 minute chat here.
Common App Consult
$200
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
Save $25!
$275
For Students: Initial consultation
For Parents: Follow-up meeting
Total: 2 in-person or online meetings
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.
12 Month Program
Best Support — Save $300!
$975
This is a 12 month program to help students and reduce stress through consistent guidance and regular check-ins.
For Students:
Initial Consultation
3 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.
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.