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Senior Year Doesn’t Have to Feel Like a Race Against the Clock
Deadlines, essays, applications, decisions. It all hits at once.
You don’t have to figure it out alone, and you don’t have to get it perfect on your own.
Get clear, focused support exactly where you need it, without adding more stress to your plate.
If Senior Year Feels Overwhelming, You’re Not Alone
Senior year isn’t the time for guesswork.
It’s about making smart decisions, staying organized, and presenting your student in the strongest, most authentic way possible.
When you work with me, I step in to:
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Clarify what matters (and what doesn’t)
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Keep everything on track
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Strengthen the pieces that actually impact admissions
As a former public school counselor with a caseload of over 400 students, I saw firsthand how difficult it is for students to get the personalized attention they need to narrow down their choices. The system wasn’t built for busy families to navigate alone.
Instead of trying to manage everything at once,
you can step into a clear plan and focused support where it matters most.
Choose Your Level of Support
Every student is different. Some need a full-time partner; others just need a roadmap. I offer three distinct ways to support your Junior student.
Essay Support Packages
For students who feel stuck on essays or unsure how to stand out
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Personalized support to shape and strengthen your student’s story
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Guidance through the Common App or California Public Application
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Brainstorming, structure, and detailed feedback on key essays
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Support that helps your student sound like themselves, not everyone else
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Investment: $1500 (Payment plans available)
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Availability: Open Now!
List Check
For students who aren’t sure if their list is strong enough
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Review up to 15 colleges with real admissions data and trends
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Evaluate academic positioning based on GPA and school profile
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Identify reach, target, and safety balance
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Align your list with both admissions strategy and financial fit
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Leave knowing exactly where you stand and what to adjust
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Investment: $950
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Open Now
Application Timeline Session
For students who feel behind or overwhelmed by deadlines
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Build a personalized application timeline for every school
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Understand requirements for honors programs and scholarships
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Map out when each piece of the application should be completed
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Get access to tools to stay organized throughout the process
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Replace stress with a clear, manageable plan
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Investment: $450
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Opens August 1 of Senior Year. Join the Waitlist
Final Review
For students who are close to submitting and want peace of mind
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Review Common App, activities list, and personal statement
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Deep feedback on one set of supplemental essays
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Written feedback provided before your session for efficient refinement
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Final polish to strengthen clarity, voice, and overall presentation
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Submit with confidence, knowing nothing was overlooked
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Investment: Starting at $425
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Opens August 17 for the class of 2027.
The Crash Course
For families who don’t know where to start
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Understand how the college admissions process actually works
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Get clear on what matters most this year (and what doesn’t)
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Build a realistic timeline with key priorities
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Learn how to identify true college fit, not just rankings
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Walk away knowing exactly what to do next
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Investment: $375
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Available now.
How We Find Your Student's "GRAND" Fit
You don’t need a longer list. You need the right list.
At this stage, it’s not about adding more options. It’s about making sure the schools you’re applying to are the right academic, social, and financial fit.
I use my GRAND Fit Method to help you confirm your choices and move forward with confidence.
G - Geography:
Where does the campus culture feel like home?
R - Rigor:
Where will your student be challenged but supported?
A - Activities:
Where can they pursue the clubs, research, or Greek life they want?
N - Natural:
Does the campus environment feel right?
D - Dollar:
We establish financial boundaries before the search begins.
College is an investment. Let me invest in you.
Why Families Trust Grand Fit
At this stage, details matter.
Here’s what families gain when they have the right support during senior year:
Real Financial Returns
83% of my students receive institutional scholarships. Collectively, my students have been awarded over $3 million in scholarships.
Authentic Connection:
No outsourcing. When you hire Grand Fit, you get me—not a contractor or a junior associate. That consistency matters when decisions need to be made quickly and thoughtfully.
Ethical Guidance:
I am a member of HECA and IECA. I do not accept compensation from universities. My advice is 100% objective and focused on your student. Every recommendation is made with your student’s best interest in mind, not outside incentives.
Senior year can be overwhelming. Allison made the entire process seamless and stress-free for both my daughter and our family. I can’t imagine navigating it on our own.
— Parent, Class of 2022, Indiana University
Allison guided me through choosing, applying, and getting accepted into schools that fit me perfectly. She made a stressful process feel manageable, and I always knew I could rely on her.
— Student, Class of 2024,