College Bound Associates: Our Services

	Regularly scheduled appointments
	The grade of the student will determine how often we meet with our students. We meet regularly with our students to review the status of the timeline College Bound Associates has set for the student and family.
	Academic Guidance
	Successful college admission depends on adequate high school class preparation. College Bound Associates will help guide high school student’s class choices and set realistic academic goals based on the caliber of college the student has targeted.
	Resume Development
	College Bound Associates will help students develop an activity resume which can be used in the college interview and application process. The activities resume is also an intricate part of athletic recruiting and fine arts opportunities.
	College List Development
	Developing a list of potential schools is a crucial part of any college plan. College Bound Associates can help students come up with a list that is realistic, challenging and meets the needs of the students and parents.
	College Visit and Interview Preparation
	Interviewing for college is like interviewing for a job. College Bound Associates will assist in scheduling campus visits and help prepare for admission interviews.
	ACT and SAT Preparation
	All colleges have different requirements for standardized tests. College Bound Associates will research requirements to make sure test deadlines are met and students are prepared to take these tests. Anne recommends Get Smarter Prep for test preparation courses and individual tutoring.
	Career Exploration
	Every student has unique gifts, abilities, and interests. College Bound Associates will help identify talents and research career options that might be of interest. Job shadowing can be a very telling experience and is highly encouraged while working with College Bound Associates.
	Admission and Scholarship Applications
	College applications can be long and confusing and many colleges require a separate application for those desiring scholarships. College Bound Associates will help students and families sort out all the paperwork to get the forms in on time. Important deadlines and other pertinent information can be missed if the fine print is not read carefully. Merit-based and talent-based scholarship applications can also be required.
	Financial Aid Advice (talent and merit-based scholarships, outside scholarships, FAFSA, CSS Profile)
	College is expensive and frequently scholarships aren’t enough to cover the costs. If financial aid is necessary College Bound Associates will help families explore the different options for paying for college.