Overview of College Counseling Services

Kazue McGregor provides virtual one-on-one college counseling services. Personalized college planning and application assistance includes:
 

Initial Consultation:
30 minutes consultation free of charge


College Research and Creating A "Best Fit" List

     High School Review and/or Planning: 

  • Coursework

  • Extracurricular activities

  • Community service

  • Summer experiences

  • Internship or work experience

  • Standardized testing

     Creating A"Best Fit" College List: 

  • Discuss types of colleges and factors to consider when creating your college list

  • Talk about college affordability

  • Do assessments of personality, interests, skills and values for discussion on majors and careers

  • Create an initial list of "best fit" colleges to research

  • Learn how to research colleges using school websites and other comparison tools

  • Learn how to maximize college visits and college fairs

  • Create a balanced list of colleges that meet your needs and goal


Application
     
     Application Process: 

  • Discuss early application options

  • Create a timeline

  • Brainstorm admission essay topics

  • Review and edit essays and short answers

  • Small group workshops

  • Student resumes

  • Admission interviews

  • Student athlete recruitment for D-3 schools

  • Performing and visual arts audition and portfolio requirements

  • Provide financial aid resources, guidance on FAFSA and CSS PROFILE, and scholarship resources


Final Choice and Next Step
Review and assist in the final decision process, advise on college readiness


For the comprehensive package fee, please inquire at info@exploringcollegechoices.com 

We found Kazue to be kind, knowledgeable, caring, and calming. She opened our eyes up to many possibilities and made the college selection process understandable and streamlined.
— Parent of Santa Clara University student
Kavram

Kavram