Ways to Work With Beyond Admission
Beyond Admission provides personalized college guidance from freshman year through the first year of college. Start wherever you are in the process and choose the level of support that fits your student.
Families can choose from grade-level packages, flexible hourly college consulting, essay review, and executive-function support. There is no long-term commitment, and support can be added as needs change.
Starting early creates more time for thoughtful planning, but it’s never too late to get support.
Not sure where to begin? Visit the Get Started page to schedule a complimentary 20-minute Discovery Call.
College Consulting Packages by grade level
Freshman Foundation
Build a thoughtful foundation for high school without making freshman year feel like an admissions race. Three strategic check-ins throughout the year help students make intentional choices around academics, activities, interests, and future opportunities.
Includes:
3 individual 60-minute sessions throughout the school year
Session 1 — Fall/Winter: Build the Foundation
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Four-year course planning
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Freshman-year goals
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Study habits/executive-functioning strategies
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Activities and interests
Session 2 — Winter/Spring: Check In & Plan Ahead
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Review grades and progress
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Sophomore course selection
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Extracurricular involvement
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Identify interests
Session 3 — Late Spring: Summer + Sophomore Roadmap
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Summer planning
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Goals for sophomore year
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Academic/activity priorities
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What to focus on—and what not to worry about yet
$400
Includes brief follow-up notes after each meeting. Additional consultation, research, or support is available at $150/hour.
Sophomore Strategy
Sophomore year is the time to become more intentional about academics, interests, and experiences while keeping future options open. Four strategic check-ins throughout the year help students make thoughtful choices, explore possible directions, and enter junior year with a clear plan.
Includes:
4 individual 60-minute sessions throughout the school year
Session 1 — Fall: Review & Refocus
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Sophomore-year goals
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Study habits and executive-function strategies
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Activities and involvement
Session 2 — Winter: Looking Ahead
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Junior-year course planning
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Academic rigor and balance
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Leadership and extracurricular opportunities
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Early major and career exploration
Session 3 — Early Spring: College & Testing Roadmap
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Early college-fit conversations
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Introduction to college research
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SAT/ACT planning and timing
Session 4 — Late Spring: Summer + Junior-Year Plan
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Summer opportunities and planning
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Activities, work, volunteering, or enrichment
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Personalized roadmap for the year ahead
$525
Includes brief follow-up notes after each meeting. Additional consultation, research, or support is available at $150/hour.
Junior Momentum
Junior year is when college planning begins to take shape. Six strategic sessions throughout the year help students make informed academic choices, explore colleges, prepare for testing, strengthen their activities, and enter senior year ready for the application process.
Includes:
6 individual 60-minute sessions throughout the school year
Session 1 — Fall: Junior-Year Strategy
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Junior-year priorities and goals
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Course rigor and academic balance
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Extracurricular involvement and leadership
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Identify areas to strengthen
Session 2 — Fall/Winter: College Exploration
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Major and career interests
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What to look for in a college
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College research
Session 3 — Winter: Testing + Admissions Planning
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SAT/ACT strategy and timeline
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Understanding the admissions process
Session 4 — Early Spring: Building the College List
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Begin developing a balanced college list
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Admission considerations
Session 5 — Spring: Preparing for Applications
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Review activities and accomplishments
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Resume/activity-list development
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Letters of recommendation planning
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Senior-year course selection
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Introduction to the Common App and application timeline
Session 6 — Late Spring/Early Summer: Senior Launch
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Refine college list
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Summer application plan
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Personal essay brainstorming
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Application deadlines and priorities
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Personalized roadmap for senior year
$800
Includes brief follow-up notes after each meeting. Additional consultation, research, or support is available at $150/hour.
Senior Action Plan
The Senior plan begins the summer before 12th grade so students can get ahead of the application process before senior year becomes busy. Eight strategic sessions guide students from building a balanced college list through completing and submitting applications, with a clear plan and manageable timeline along the way.
Includes:
8 individual 60-minute sessions beginning the summer before senior year
Session 1 — Summer: Application Kickoff
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Create an application strategy and timeline
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Review Common App requirements
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Brainstorm personal essay topics
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Build a personalized application calendar
Session 2 — Summer: College List
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Refine and balance the college list
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Identify reach, target, and likely schools
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Review admissions considerations
Session 3 — Summer: Personal Statement
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Develop an outline and writing plan
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Discuss authentic student voice
Session 4 — Summer: Application Build
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Review Common App sections
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Activities and honors
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Additional Information section
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Identify supplemental essay requirements
Session 5 — Summer
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Review application progress
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Prioritize early deadlines
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Supplemental essay planning
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Review testing and score-reporting strategy
Session 6 — Late Summer/Fall: Application Check-In
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Review Common App progress, applications and deadlines
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Address unfinished application components
Session 7 — Early Fall: Final Application Push
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Review remaining applications and deadlines
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Check application requirements
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Confirm recommendation, transcript, and testing logistics
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Identify outstanding tasks
Session 8 — Late Fall/early Winter: Application Completion
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Final review of remaining applications
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Complete Regular Decision submissions
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Confirm application materials have been submitted
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Review applicant portals and follow-up responsibilities
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Create a plan for scholarship and financial-aid deadlines
$1,050
Senior Launch supports students through the college application and submission process. College decision support, waitlist/defer support, scholarship applications, and additional consultation after applications are submitted are available separately at $150/hour.
Targeted Support
For families who need focused guidance at a specific point in the college journey, targeted support provides expert advice without the commitment of an ongoing package.
Hourly College Consulting
For families seeking targeted support at a specific point in the college journey, hourly consulting provides expert guidance without the commitment of a full consulting package.
Support may include:
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College list review and refinement
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Academic planning and course strategy
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Testing strategy
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Application planning
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Extracurricular positioning
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Activities and Honors/Awards list brainstorming and feedback.
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Essay brainstorming and feedback
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Second opinion
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Letters of Continued Interest support.
Time is billed hourly for both virtual meetings and related work completed outside of sessions, including preparation, research, document review, and follow-up communication.
$150/hour
Personal Statement Review
For students who already have a draft and want expert feedback to strengthen their college essay while preserving their authentic voice.
Includes:
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Review of one personal statement draft (up to 650 words)
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Detailed written feedback on:
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Organization and structure
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Clarity and storytelling
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Personal voice and authenticity
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Depth of reflection and impact
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Specific revision recommendations
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Review of one revised draft after the student incorporates feedback
Turnaround time: 5 business days
$150
College Launch Coaching
Helping students successfully transition to and thrive in college
Getting into college is only the first step. College Launch Coaching provides individualized support during the transition to college, helping students build the organization, independence, self-advocacy, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed academically and personally.
What’s Included
First-semester success planning
Executive-function coaching
Planning and organizational strategies
Time and task management
Communicating with professors
Using office hours and campus resources
Social-emotional support and coping strategies
Self-advocacy
Disability-services and accommodation planning when applicable
Course registration and planning
Managing academic setbacks
Especially helpful for students who benefit from additional structure, accountability, executive-function support, or guidance navigating the transition to college.
College Launch Essentials Package
5 sessions — $450
Hourly coaching sessions available: $100/hour