How I Can Help
Clearstory College Counseling offers different packages to best meet your needs wherever you are in the process.
Whichever package you choose, I will work incredibly hard for you. Helping you reach your goals is my highest priority. I am accessible by phone, email, and text and have a flexible meeting schedule.
College Application Package
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This comprehensive package is designed for students in grades 11 and 12 and supports students from the start of the process to the time they submit their enrollment deposit.
I support students through the process of reflecting on their strengths, values, priorities and goals and researching colleges that align with their interests and needs. I advise about academic coursework and extracurricular activities to allow them to submit the strongest application possible. I work with them to develop an activities list, personal statement and supplemental essays that tell their story to colleges in a powerful way. This package includes assistance with managing deadlines, preparing for interviews, supporting applications for merit scholarships, and navigating waitlists.
The comprehensive approach allows students to submit the strongest applications possible since all parts—from the college list to the choice of major to the essay topics and resume—are working together. It also frees parents from worries about their students submitting excellent applications on time.
Senior Express
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Sometimes seniors only need targeted support with a part of the application process, whether creating the college list, polishing essays, or managing deadlines. The Senior Express Package may be the best choice for students in senior year.
All express packages begin with a meeting and review of credentials, and then the student and I will set goals and priorities for how we will spend our time together.
Early Start
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I believe that knowledge is power, and when students and their families understand the college process, it reduces stress around college and brings clarity. Meeting with me during 9th or 10th grade can help students have the most meaningful high school experience and be prepared for the college application process when the time comes. This package includes an initial meeting with the student and two family meetings per year to set academic goals, review progress, discuss course selection and identify valuable (and fun) opportunities for extracurricular involvement. I am available to consult with parents and students any time that questions or new situations arise.
A La Carte Services
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For students who need help with a particular element of the process and would prefer to pay an hourly rate.
“Stefanie was an invaluable resource in our first foray into the college application process. We had so many questions and she was knowledgeable, professional, and prompt as she guided us. Knowing that we had her working with us gave us peace of mind at a time when stress seemed to be around every corner.”
“I thought I had an idea about what my college essay was going to be like, and I emerged from my first meeting with Stefanie with something completely different…more concise, polished, and specific. I ended up getting into one of my dream colleges. Through her helpful exercises, guidance, and just regular conversation, she helped me write a college essay that I’m incredibly proud of.”