From 9th grade planning to senior application crunch time — personalized guidance tailored to where your student is right now.
Enrollment is limited. Spots at each tier are capped to ensure every student receives personalized attention — first come, first served. Credit card required to hold your spot.
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9th & 10th grade
Basic
$21$30/ month
Billed annually — save $108
Stay informed and get expert guidance on key early decisions.
Annual billing · renew or cancel with 30 days' notice
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9th & 10th grade
Essentials
$123$175/ month
Billed annually — save $636
Personalized strategy for building a strong profile before applications begin.
1 × 30-min session/month
Academic & EC planning
Internship & summer program guidance
Passion project strategy
Unlimited email Q&A support
Annual billing · renew or cancel with 30 days' notice
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11th & 12th grade
Standard
$385$550/ month
Billed annually — save $1,980
Full application support with sessions, essay editing, and college list building.
2 × 45-min sessions/month
4 rounds of essay editing/month
Unlimited email Q&A (24hr response)
Up to 5 application reviews/month
Priority scheduling
Annual billing · renew or cancel with 30 days' notice
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11th & 12th grade
Premium
$1,140$1,900/ month
Billed annually — save $9,120
White-glove, unlimited access for juniors and seniors in full application mode.
Unlimited sessions
Unlimited essay editing
Unlimited email Q&A (same-day response)
Direct email access
Unlimited application reviews
Priority scheduling
Annual billing only · cancel with 30 days' notice before renewal
Annual discount
Save 30% on Basic, Essentials & Standard. Save 40% on Premium. Paid upfront for the year.
Frequently asked questions
All counseling sessions are individual.
I am the sole counselor, and all sessions will be with me. I received three offers at large, for-profit companies but declined all of them after learning about their profit models and labor practices.
No. Every plan is fully personalized to your student. All 1-on-1 work, email support, and essay feedback is tailored specifically to your student's profile and goals.
Yes. Many families start on a lower tier and upgrade as application season ramps up. Just reach out and we'll adjust your plan at the next billing cycle.
Sessions do not roll over month to month. Each plan is designed so the included sessions reflect a realistic, productive cadence for that tier. If you need additional sessions in a given month, they can be added at $200/hr.
Annual subscribers pay upfront for 12 months and receive 30% off (Basic, Essentials, Standard) or 40% off (Premium) compared to the monthly rate. Annual plans are non-refundable but can be paused or adjusted in exceptional circumstances.
College selection discussion; strategic advice on strengthening candidacy; full application preparation and editing (resume, personal statement, essays, short answers, interview prep); merit and financial aid discussion; and finalizing college selection based on fit and financial package.
During the first session I conduct an in-depth assessment of a student's academic performance, course load, extracurriculars, and jobs or summer programs. After that, sessions vary based on student and parent needs.
Sessions for 9th–10th graders are approximately once a month, but I accommodate each student's schedule — more frequently around deadlines, less when students are busy. Counseling continues throughout the summer.
Yes, I work with students in all different time zones and am frequently available during evenings Eastern Time and on weekends.
I also happily work with students seeking admission to a wide range of colleges. Helping students find their best-fit college is my goal.
Yes. You are welcome to check back in later, but spots fill quickly. If you'd like to reserve a future spot, you can pay a 30% non-refundable deposit now.
Yes. I work with several organizations that offer research, internship, and summer program opportunities. I always factor in a student's preferred locations and interests and help find individualized opportunities, both in-person and online.
Yes. My students have been interested in computer science, math, medicine, psychology, law, political science, zoology, chemistry, English, and many other fields.
Yes! Many students come to me unsure of what they want to focus on. I conduct in-depth assessments of previous extracurriculars and coursework and strategically suggest new activities and classes to explore.
Yes, I have worked with several student athletes.
I work best with mature, self-motivated students who are genuinely interested in counseling. As a lawyer barred in New York, I am bound by a strict code of ethics and will only work with families who uphold the same standard.
Calls are usually one-on-one with the student. Occasionally parents may join the first 10–15 minutes if they have questions. Counseling works best when students can speak freely without parental pressure.
I take notes during each session and send follow-up emails outlining next steps and forthcoming deadlines.
I have been conducting college counseling for over a decade.
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Standard Plan
$385/mo, billed annually
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