Comprehensive College Advising

Comprehensive College Advising

This structured program is designed to guide 9th–11th grade students and their families through every phase of the college application process.

Starting with the basics, students are introduced to the steps they’ll need to take to become strong, competitive applicants. With the support of a dedicated advisor, they’ll explore the types of college environments and academic programs that best align with their strengths, goals, and personal values.

A central part of our work involves helping students uncover and develop their academic and extracurricular interests. Through thoughtful conversations, exposure to new ideas, and structured planning, we help students discover what excites them—and turn those interests into meaningful experiences that colleges will notice.

We work with students from across the country and around the world, and we’re committed to helping each student find the colleges where they’ll thrive—both personally and academically.

From goal-setting and interest development to academic planning, college list building, essay writing, and application support, students receive expert, one-on-one guidance from a licensed counselor every step of the way.

young high school girl reading an essay on a screen to her college counselor

Program highlights:

  • 18-26 hours of one-on-one college advising sessions depending on the academic year the student registers with Admission Sense

  • Evaluation of student’s record, including high school transcript, standardized test results (if applicable), and any relevant documentation including IEPs or 504 accommodations
  • Personalized timeline and strategic plan for the college process that addresses standardized testing, college visits, recommendation letter requests, interviewing, application preparation, and more
  • Development of a smart and personalized college list

  • Access to College Planner Pro© software program

  • Suggested tips for college visits and ways to demonstrate interest in colleges

  • Course planning through senior year

  • Resume creation and recommendations for extracurricular activities

  • Essay topic brainstorming and writing instruction

  • 20+ hours of back-end application support that includes essay feedback, editing and proofreading

  • Recommendations for application strategy: what makes you unique?

  • Interview preparation

  • Time management assistance and deadline oversight

  • Overall peace of mind from knowing you are being supported by licensed professionals with institutional knowledge

  • Ongoing essay support

“The college application process can be a daunting and overwhelming experience not just for the student but for the parents as well. There were so many things to consider, including all the essays, supplements, and portfolios that my daughter needed to include in the process for the colleges she was applying to. This was our first college application experience, so we were at a complete loss on how to handle it. A friend of mine recommended Admissions Sense and reassured me that I would get top-notch support. When we first met Sara Haberman for a consultation, I just knew that we were in good hands. Her knowledge about the process, experience, and patience with answering all our questions, put my daughter and me at ease. Sara reviewed my daughter’s common application and provided great insights on key and important things to include or exclude. Throughout the entire process, I was very impressed with Sara’s extensive knowledge about the schools we were applying to. She diligently reviewed all my daughter’s essays, supplements and portfolio and provided great guidance. My daughter received several acceptances and will be attending the University of Michigan. Thank you, Sara and the Admission Sense team! We are so grateful for your support and guidance throughout the entire process.”

– Terri-Ann