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College Advising in Millbrae
Personalized guidance on college selection, application strategy, essays, and timelines — so your student presents their best self to their top-choice schools.
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The College Process, Demystified
Over the years, our students have earned admission to some of the nation's most selective colleges and universities, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Penn, Cornell, Dartmouth, Stanford, Duke, Barnard, Georgetown, Carnegie Mellon, the University of Michigan, USC, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Irvine, UC Davis, UC San Diego, the University of Washington, Rice, the University of Texas at Austin, Northeastern, and many more.
Class of 2026 Acceptances
What's Included
High school course planning
Map out a rigorous, balanced course load that strengthens your student's college application.
Academic goal setting
Define clear academic targets and build the habits to reach them.
College list development
Build the right mix of reach, target, and likely schools tailored to your student's profile.
Extracurricular activity planning
Identify and develop meaningful activities that reflect your student's passions and strengths.
Leadership and community service guidance
Find leadership opportunities and service experiences that stand out to admissions officers.
Summer program and enrichment planning
Choose summer programs and enrichment experiences that deepen your student's interests.
SAT and ACT planning
Create a test-prep timeline and strategy to hit your student's target scores.
College application timeline planning
Stay on track with a customized calendar covering every deadline from early action through regular decision.
Common Application guidance
Navigate every section of the Common App with confidence and clarity.
UC application guidance
Master the UC-specific application, including PIQs and campus selection strategy.
Personal statement coaching
Brainstorm, draft, and refine a personal statement that captures your student's authentic voice.
Supplemental essay review
Craft compelling supplemental essays tailored to each school's prompts and culture.
Activity list and résumé development
Present extracurriculars, leadership, and accomplishments in the most compelling way possible.
College interview preparation
Practice answering common interview questions and present your student's best self.
Scholarship and financial aid guidance
Understand the financial aid process and identify scholarship opportunities.
Final college selection support
Weigh offers, compare financial aid packages, and make a confident final decision.
Class of 2026 Results
Our students earned admission to Stanford, Yale, Princeton, Barnard, Wellesley, CMU, and every UC campus.
Essay Expertise
We've helped hundreds of students find their authentic voice and write essays that admissions officers remember.
Start Early, Stress Less
We recommend starting junior year — the earlier you begin, the more strategic and less stressful the process.
Let's Build Your Student's College Plan
Book a free consultation to discuss your student's goals, timeline, and how we can help.