Comprehensive One-on-One Support

This package is designed to offer comprehensive, personalized support, catering to a wide range of student needs and ensuring a smooth, stress-free journey through the college application process.

Embarking on the college application journey with Snap Academics typically begins in the late winter of junior year's second semester. Our approach is custom-tailored for each student, providing comprehensive and effective support throughout the process.

It's Never Too Late: Opting for the comprehensive package is always available, no matter the time of year. We specialize in developing personalized timelines for students who join later in their junior year, ensuring they receive full and dedicated support.

What is the timeline & time committment?

Winter of Junior Year

Course Selection and College List Refinement: Guidance in selecting appropriate courses and refining the college list.

Essay Development: Starting the process of developing personal essays.

Letters of Reference Strategy: Developing a strategy for obtaining impactful letters of reference.

Spring of Junior Year

Foundation Sessions: We begin with foundational sessions on college selection and testing strategies.

College Visit Plan: Preparation and organization of a college visit plan to explore potential choices.

Organizing School Documentation: Assistance in organizing necessary school documentation for application including transcripts, school profiles, and Naviance/Maia Learning accounts

Summer & Fall of Senior Year

Intensive Application and Essay Work: Dedicated efforts on applications and essays, aiming for substantial completion before the fall of the senior year.

Finalizing Applications: Our goal is to complete most of the application process, including final essay edits and application reviews.

What’s included?

  • Our service combines expert assistance in creating a balanced college list with thorough, in-depth research of the college landscape. We help students craft a list that considers tuition costs, selectivity, and their personal aspirations, ensuring that the colleges chosen meet their academic and financial needs while aligning with their long-term goals and preferences.

    Simultaneously, our in-depth research guides families through the complex array of college options. We work closely with each student to refine their college list, making sure it aligns with their unique preferences and maximizes their potential for admission. This comprehensive approach helps students target institutions where they are most likely to succeed and thrive, both academically and personally.

  • Shaping Your Personal Narrative

    Our essay support service is dedicated to helping students craft essays that truly reflect their personal journey and perspectives. From the initial brainstorming to the final edits, we guide students in developing essays that capture their individual voice and experiences. Our focus is on authenticity and depth, ensuring that each essay presents the student's story in a way that is engaging and resonant with admissions committees. Our aim is to make every essay a clear, impactful showcase of the student's distinct perspective.

  • Our application project management service is designed to meticulously plan and manage every aspect of the college application process. We work backward from application deadlines, breaking down the journey into manageable steps. This scaffolding approach reduces stress and ensures that each task is completed in a timely manner, providing students and families with peace of mind.

  • Understanding and demonstrating interest can be a pivotal aspect of the college application process. We work with students to understand the concept of demonstrated interest and how it varies across colleges. Our guidance includes optimizing strategies for early decision and early action deadlines, and aligning the student's application to reflect the institutional goals of their chosen colleges, thereby enhancing their chances of admission.

  • We assist students in developing compelling resumes that effectively showcase their experiences and achievements. Our specialists guide students in structuring their resumes to highlight their strengths in a format that resonates with college admissions officers. Additionally, we offer college and scholarship interview preparation, teaching students how to confidently articulate their message and make a lasting impression, whether the interview is in-person or remote.

  • Our approach to standardized testing is strategic and personalized. We help students understand the testing requirements of their target colleges and create a testing plan that plays to their strengths. Whether it's deciding between the SAT or ACT, planning for AP exams, or navigating test-optional policies, we ensure that each student's testing strategy supports their overall college application goals.

  • Selecting the right courses and extracurricular activities is crucial for a well-rounded college application. We provide expert advice on choosing courses that align with the student's academic strengths and interests, as well as guidance on extracurricular activities that enhance personal growth and demonstrate a commitment to learning beyond the classroom.

  • Our regular check-in sessions, scheduled weekly or bi-weekly, are designed to keep students on track with their college application deadlines. These sessions ensure that every important milestone is met, providing students with the structure and support needed to navigate the application process efficiently and effectively.

Package Cost: $5,800

For the individual counseling package, the cost is $5,800 for up to 8 schools. If a student wishes to apply to more than 8 schools, we can discuss additional package options to meet your needs. Please note that the University of California (UC) system counts as one school/application.

Who is best suited for individual counseling?

If your child….

  • Perfect for students who benefit from breaking the application process into manageable steps and planning backward from deadlines.

  • For students and families preferring a professional to manage application deadlines, thereby reducing stress and allowing them to focus on supportive roles.

  • Suitable for students seeking guidance in crafting thoughtful and reflective personal essays.

  • Designed for students engaged in intensive academic and extracurricular activities, needing structured support to balance their application tasks.

  • Tailored for students requiring a college environment supportive of their specific learning needs.

  • Ideal for students applying to schools with portfolio or audition requirements, offering specialized guidance in preparing and showcasing their talents.

  • Beneficial for those who aim to use the college application process as an opportunity to learn skills applicable to future academic and professional settings.

  • Ideal for students wishing to methodically approach the application process, completing tasks progressively between junior and senior year under expert guidance.

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