Selecting Colleges
We work with students to compile a customized, balanced list of safety, target and reach colleges that are uniquely suited to him or her--colleges where the student can explore interests, cultivate skills and reach his or her potential. We draw upon our in-depth knowledge of the academic strengths, curriculum, campus culture and extracurricular opportunities at specific colleges, as well as research and analysis, to develop this list.
The college selections are designed to:
Appropriately challenge, but not overwhelm, the student
Value the student’s unique perspective, inspire his/her thoughts and interests and help him/her acquire and develop the skills needed for future achievement
Offer programs supporting the student’s academic objectives
Provide an educational environment that is best suited to the student
Present a campus culture that is welcoming and comfortable for the student
Step 2: Identifying “Best Fit” Colleges
Develop priorities for college selection
Establish realistic goals and expectations
Compile balanced list of “best fit” colleges based upon the student’s unique strengths and accomplishments, interests, goals, educational priorities and financial considerations
Provide in-depth information on each school recommended for consideration
Teach students how to research schools and analyze information
“I would not be where I am today without Carolyn’s guidance. She picked perfect schools for me to apply to, finding exactly what I wanted in a school. I had come into the process with a topic in mind for my personal essay, but with Carolyn’s help, we found a topic that was ten times better and really showed who I was as a person and not just showing myself as another number in the crowd.”