Independent Educational Consulting
Strategic, individualized support to help students explore who they are and translate that into a clear, compelling application.
THE STEP AFTER HIGH SCHOOL​
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The college planning experience should be a time of excitement as students begin to take ownership over their future.
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For many families, the process can feel complex and unclear. College essays, in particular, often become the most overwhelming and high-pressure part of the application. It can be difficult to know what matters, where to begin, and how to stand out.
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We guide students through this process with clarity, structure, and thoughtful strategy. For some, that means building direction and confidence from the ground up. For others, it means refining and elevating what is already strong into something compelling.
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The result is not just stronger essays, but a clear, cohesive application and a student who feels confident in how they are presenting themselves.
WHAT WE DO
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Guide students in exploring their values, interests, and direction
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Shape a clear, differentiated story over time
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Provide structure and strategy throughout the application process
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Elevate writing with thoughtful, authentic narrative development
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Position each student to stand out in a highly competitive pool
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR
At the beginning of the personal narrative essay process, I hated thinking about myself, and even more, I dreaded writing about myself. Yet, after a short time of working with you, I was able to gain a clearer perspective on my life and interests, even gaining confidence in my own personal identity. Every single time I needed your help, you never failed to set aside time and go above and beyond in my journey through college applications and essays. Your patience with the brainstorming process was so incredibly helpful, especially in aiding me in getting into my top-pick college and receiving the scholarships that I did.
PARENT
People talk all the time about wanting to change lives. The relationship that Jackie built with my daughter to help her navigate big life decisions has truly changed my daughter’s life.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR
When we first began working together I realized how poor my writing skills had become, having lost quite a bit of practice during the pandemic. However, I appreciate how you patiently coaxed those skills back, while also helping me learn how to self-reflect and increase my self-awareness in the writing of my personal statement for college applications.