The purpose of The College Consultant team is to share and engage in the excitement of this time with YOU, while reducing the stress and anxiety for both you and your family.on the choices available to you and guide you through each step of the process to ensure you are making the best and most informed decisions possible. We believe that the college search begins with self-evaluation and we will help you assess this. We will teach you about all of the different college options and help you to determine which ones will provide the best fit for you. We also will help you find scholarships and apply to the colleges that fit you and/or your family’s desires, needs, and budget. We will guide you through every step of the process from developing the college list, filling out college applications, registering for standardized tests (ACT/SAT), the Financial Aid Process, as well as the Scholarship Process, etc. When the acceptance letters arrive, we will celebrate with you as you make your final decision.
The College Consultant team is based in Nashville, Tennessee. We serve students locally, statewide, across the nation, and internationally. We are also a Military Friendly company, available to assist with the process of applying Military Educational Benefits toward your higher educational goals.
One on one college counseling sessions plus unlimited phone, text and email support
In depth interviews with both student and parent(s) to determine college preferences
Career/Interest Inventory and assessments
Action plan with detailed timeline for the entire process
Folder with resources to use as an organizational and planning tool
Advice and tools to plan, schedule, evaluate and make the most of campus visits.
Discussion of gap year, technical, two year and transfer options as appropriate
Preparation of a selected list of colleges that is uniquely suited to the student’s needs, interests, achievements and aspirations.
Essay Brainstorming and Planning
Editing of common application essay and all supplemental essays
Editing of the activities resume
College interview coaching and preparation
Review of all applications
Assistance with financial aid process to maximize college dollars.
Guidance to complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile
Advice on course selection
Advice and tools to plan, schedule, evaluate and make the most of campus visits.
Discussion of gap year, technical, two year and transfer options as appropriate
Preparation of a selected list of colleges that is uniquely suited to the student’s needs, interests, achievements and aspirations.
Essay Brainstorming and Planning
Editing of common application essay and all supplemental essays
Review of transcripts, standardized tests (ACT/SAT) and academic accomplishments
Compiling a High School Activities Resume
Testing recommendations for standardized tests, when to schedule and preparation needed.
Recommendations for extracurricular involvement, volunteer, and summer activities
Refinement of choices of college type and major using a variety of professional interest, personality and learning style assessments.
Guidance to explore future career options
Custom scholarship search and help with scholarship applications and essays.
Help with making final choice when decision letters are received
Senior Seminar – Transition to College – Survival Strategies