College Planning Program
Personalized Guidance for a Confident, Successful Senior Year
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Senior year is exciting – but it can also be overwhelming.
Between applications, essays, deadlines, financial aid, and big decisions, families often feel the pressure quickly.
Prestige Academic Prep’s College Planning Program is designed to guide students through every step of the process with clarity, structure, and personalized support.
What’s Included in Our College Planning Program
Our goal is simple: reduce stress, stay organized, and help students present the strongest possible applications.
Plan For College
with confidence, organization, and a strong sense of direction.
- College List Development
We help students create a balanced, personalized college list that matches their academic profile, interests, goals, and financial considerations.
- Reach, match, and safety schools
- Campus environment and major exploration
- Admission requirements and application types
- Application Timeline & Organization
We establish a structured plan so students stay ahead—not behind.
- Application accounts setup (Common App, Coalition, institutional portals)
- Customized deadline tracker
- Recommendations schedule
- Progress check-ins
- Essay Planning, Drafting & Editing
From brainstorming to final polish, we guide students through crafting thoughtful, authentic essays that highlight their voice.
- Personal statement development
- Supplemental essay strategy
- Multiple rounds of editing and refinement
- Resume & Activities List
We help students present their achievements clearly and professionally.
- Academic and extracurricular highlights
- Leadership, service, and special talents
- Polished formatting for applications and scholarships
- Recommendation Guidance
Students learn how to choose the right recommenders and approach them effectively.
- Selecting teachers and mentors
- Requesting recommendations
- Building strong recommender relationships
- FAFSA & Financial Aid Support
Financial aid can be confusing – we make it manageable.
- FAFSA and CSS Profile assistance
- Financial aid timeline overview
- Strategy for maximizing awards
- Scholarship Support
We help students identify scholarship opportunities and submit compelling applications.
- Local, national, merit-based, and need-based scholarships
- Essay support and submission planning
- Interview Preparation
For schools that require or recommend interviews, we build confidence through:
- Coaching on common questions
- Personal storytelling practice
- Mock interviews with constructive feedback
Hours & Pricing
Our College Planning Program is completely personalized. Time varies based on the student’s goals, number of schools, and level of support needed.
Rate: $100/hour
Estimated Total Range: 17–25 hours
Estimated Total Cost: $1,700 – $2,500
(Time may vary depending on the number of schools and depth of support.)
| Service Area | Estimated Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
|
College List & Applications |
6-8 Hours |
Personalized List & Application Setup |
|
Essays & Personal Statement |
6-10 Hours |
Brainstorming, Drafting & Editing |
|
Financial Aid & Scholarship |
3-4 Hours |
FAFSA & Scholarship Strategy |
|
Interview Prep & Final Review |
2-3 Hours |
Mock Interviews & Final Checks |
Recommended Senior Year Timeline
Our structured plan helps students stay ahead of deadlines and reduce last-minute stress.
- August - September
- Finalize college list
- Create application accounts
- Draft personal statement
- Take or retake the SAT
- October – November
- Submit Early Action / Early Decision applications
- Finalize supplemental essays
- Submit FAFSA & CSS Profile
- Continue SAT if needed
- Begin scholarship search
- December – January
- Submit Regular Decision applications
- Continue scholarship applications
- February – April
- Compare financial aid packages
- Prepare for interviews (if required)
- Finalize college decision
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