Personalized Guidance. Experienced Perspective. Peace of Mind.

A Better College Admissions Experience.

Choosing the right college consultant out of the many available can be overwhelming and is an important decision for your family. The college admissions process can be complicated, time-consuming, and stressful. INSIGHTS provides students and parents with the knowledge, experience, and individualized attention needed to navigate this important journey with confidence. .Once you’ve made the decision to obtain support for your child’s college planning process, the next questions to is: Why Choose INSIGHTS?

The answer is simple: You aren't simply purchasing college application assistance. You are investing in:

  • Personalized, professional guidance

  • 25 Years of successful experience with secondary school students;

  • Peace of mind

  • The opportunity to help your family make the best possible college choice by finding the best fit.

INSIGHTS gets to know your child in order to help him/her make smart, strategic decisions about curriculum, testing, finances, choosing schools, and developing the best application profile, decision types and essays possible to find the best college fit.

10 Reasons to Choose INSIGHTS

1. Personalized Attention – Every Student Is Different

No two students have the same interests, strengths, aspirations, or goals. INSIGHTS takes the time to get to know each student personally and develops an individualized admissions strategy that reflects who they are and what they hope to accomplish.

2. Experience and Professional Guidance

Benefit from knowledgeable, experienced guidance throughout the college admissions process. From understanding admissions requirements to developing a competitive application, INSIGHTS helps families make informed decisions at every stage.

3. Finding the Right College – Not Just a Prestigious Name

The best college is not necessarily the most highly ranked or selective. INSIGHTS helps identify colleges that match each student's academic abilities, interests, personality, financial considerations, and long-term goals.

4. A Strategic and Realistic College List

Developing the right college list is one of the most important parts of the admissions process. INSIGHTS researches and evaluates colleges to create a balanced selection of Reach, Target, and Likely schools, giving students appropriate options and opportunities.

5. Taking the Stress Out of College Admissions

College applications involve numerous deadlines, requirements, essays, and decisions. INSIGHTS provides organization, structure, and direction, helping students and parents stay on track and avoid unnecessary stress.

6. Developing an Authentic and Compelling College Essay

The main college essay is an opportunity for students to distinguish themselves beyond grades and test scores. INSIGHTS helps students discover their stories, identify meaningful experiences, and communicate their personalities, accomplishments, and aspirations in their own authentic voices.

7. Comprehensive Essay and Application Support

From the Common Application to individual college supplements, INSIGHTS provides guidance throughout the writing and application process. Students receive assistance with brainstorming, organization, editing, and presenting their strongest possible applications.

8. An Advocate for Both Students and Parents

The college admissions process can sometimes create tension between parents and students. INSIGHTS serves as an objective, knowledgeable resource who helps families communicate, establish priorities, and make thoughtful decisions together.

9. A Four-Year Perspective – Starting in Ninth Grade

The college admissions journey doesn't begin during senior year. INSIGHTS can help students make informed academic and extracurricular decisions beginning in ninth grade, building a strong foundation for future college applications.

10. Personal Accountability and Ongoing Support

Students benefit from having someone who understands the process, monitors progress, establishes priorities, and keeps them accountable. INSIGHTS provides consistent guidance and support so important steps aren't overlooked and deadlines are met.

Pricing Options

There are four pricing options to choose from to assist your family.

INSIGHTS | College Admissions Consulting Packages
INSIGHTS

College Admissions Consulting

Personalized guidance. Thoughtful planning. A clearer path to college.

BASIC

$5,500

Up to 5 meetings

Designed for students in grades 10–12

College planning

  • College selection and list development
  • Reach, Target, and Likely school strategy

Essay guidance

  • Discussion of the main college essay
  • Discussion of supplemental essays

A focused option for families seeking guidance with college selection and key application-writing components.

MOST POPULAR

PREMIUM

$7,500

Up to 10 meetings

Designed for juniors and rising seniors

College planning

  • College selection and detailed comparison spreadsheet
  • Reach, Target, and Likely school strategy

Essay & application support

  • Brainstorming, development, editing, and completion of the main essay
  • Brainstorming, writing, and editing assistance for supplemental essays
  • Common App guidance and application-submission monitoring

Additional guidance

  • Teacher recommendation discussion and guidance
  • Academic resume development
  • Financial aid guidance and input
  • Summer application preparation

DELUXE

$9,500

Unlimited meetings

For students in any grade — beginning in 9th

Everything in Premium, plus

  • Four-year college admissions planning and guidance
  • Ongoing academic planning and course-selection guidance
  • Extracurricular activity development and planning
  • Summer planning and enrichment guidance
  • Early exploration of academic interests and potential majors
  • Long-term college selection and application strategy
  • Ongoing support throughout high school and the application process

A comprehensive, start-to-finish partnership beginning in ninth grade.

Hourly Consulting

For families who prefer help with individual parts of the college admissions process.

$500 per hour

Consulting serviceEstimated timeEstimated cost
Main college essay — brainstorming, writing, and editing2–4 hours$1,000–$2,000
College selection and research3–5 hours$1,500–$2,500
Supplemental essays — brainstorming, writing, and editing4–10 hours$2,000–$5,000
Financial aid guidance and information1–3 hours$500–$1,500
Assistance with high school requirements1–2 hours$500–$1,000

Estimated hours and costs vary according to each student's needs and the scope of assistance requested. Hourly services are billed at $500 per hour.




ESSENTIAL GUIDANCE PACKAGE — $5,500

A Foundation for the College Admissions Process: Intended for students who are looking for guidance with essential aspects of the admissions process but not full support with all components.

Grades: 11,12

Includes:

  • Up to five individual consulting meetings.

  • College selection and development of an appropriate college list.

  • Discussion and guidance regarding the main college application essay.

  • Discussion of supplemental essays and writing requirements.

  • General guidance and direction throughout the admissions process.

COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING PACKAGE— $7,500

Comprehensive College Application Preparation: Designed for high school juniors and rising seniors who want comprehensive assistance preparing and submitting competitive college applications.

Grades: 11,12

Includes:

  • Up to ten individual consulting meetings.

  • Development and ongoing documentation of an Individual Admissions Plan (IAP)

  • College selection and a detailed college comparison spreadsheet with categorical information.

  • Complete brainstorming, development, editing, and completion of the main college essay.

  • Discussion and guidance regarding teacher letters of recommendation.

  • Completion and development of an academic resume.

  • Financial aid guidance and input.

  • Assistance with brainstorming, writing, and editing all supplemental essays.

  • Summer preparation and completion of college application materials.

  • Monitoring and guidance throughout the Common Application submission process in late summer and early fall.

FOUR YEAR COLLEGE PLANNING PACKAGE — $9,500

The Complete Four-Year College Admissions Experience: Our most comprehensive program, designed for students and families who want professional guidance beginning in ninth or tenth grade and continuing throughout all four years of high school.

Grades: 9, 10

Includes:

  • Unlimited individual consulting meetings.

  • All services and components included in the Comprehensive Planning Package.

  • Long-term academic planning and course selection guidance.

  • Extracurricular activity development and recommendations.

  • Summer planning and enrichment opportunities.

  • Ongoing evaluation of academic progress and extracurricular involvement.

  • Early college exploration and identification of potential academic interests and majors.

  • Comprehensive college selection and application strategy.

  • Guidance and support throughout every stage of the college admissions process.

ADDITIONAL HOURLY OPTION —$500 PER HOUR

Admissions assistance is available on an hourly basis for various aspects of the process. Hourly consulting is billed at $500 per hour. Estimated hours will vary depending on the student's individual needs and the scope of assistance requested.



Let's work together to find the right college and create the best possible path forward.