Maria provides tailored assistance by working with a limited number of clients each year. The fee covers hourly sessions and additional work before and after each session, such as college research and planning.
Freshman and Sophomore Comprehensive Planning Package - $400 per year
- Three planning sessions for the current school year.
- Review of academic progress.
- Assistance with course selection for the upcoming year.
- Recommendations for extracurricular activities and summer engagements.
- Guidance on SAT/ACT testing schedules and preparation.
Junior and Senior Year Advisory Services - $200 per hour
- In-depth interviews with students and parents to identify needs and preferences.
- Evaluation of the student’s academic record, including transcript review and course selection advice for junior and senior years.
- Establishment of SAT/ACT testing calendars and test preparation recommendations.
- Identification of special talents (athletic, artistic, musical, etc.) and their importance in the college application process.
- Collaboration to create a suitable list of colleges for applications.
- Instruction on effective research methods for college options (internet resources, campus visits, college fairs, informational meetings, and local college representative interactions).
- Development of a timeline for the junior and senior years.
- Ongoing assistance with the college application process and submissions.
- Brainstorming and reviewing topics for college application essays.
- Preparation for student interviews related to applications, summer jobs, and internships.
- Support in responding to deferral and waitlist decisions.
- Counseling on college selection once acceptances are received. To ensure the best possible match between the student and the college/program.