Independent college counseling · New York City
The right college isn't found.
It's figured out.
College Coordinates helps high school students build genuine, strategic applications — with a counselor who actually knows them.
9–12
Grades served
1-on-1
Every engagement
Nationwide
Students across the US
How it works
A clear path, from start to decision day
01 — Strategy
Map your direction
We start with a free session to understand your goals, grades, interests, and timeline — then build a roadmap that's actually yours.
02 — Build
Strengthen your application
From course planning and test prep strategy to college list development and essay work — we do it together, on your schedule.
03 — Submit
Apply with confidence
You'll know why every school is on your list, what makes your application compelling, and how to handle whatever comes back.
Services
What we work on together
Full-cycle college counseling
End-to-end support from 9th grade planning through final applications — list building, visits, essays, and decisions.
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Essay development
Brainstorming, drafting, and refining the personal statement and supplements — so your voice comes through, not a template.
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Junior-year jumpstart
A focused engagement for 11th graders: clarify your college direction, build your list, and enter senior year ready to go.
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Test prep strategy
SAT/ACT planning that fits your schedule — including whether to test at all, and how to frame your scores strategically.
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About
The process is stressful enough. You deserve a counselor who's done this before — and genuinely knows your student.
College Coordinates is a solo practice, which means you work directly with me on everything. No hand-offs, no junior staff, no templates. I've guided students through hundreds of applications across every type of school — and I believe the process works best when students feel like active participants, not passengers.
My approach: honest, strategic, and low-drama. Things work out — and I'll help you see why.
Genuinely personalized. Your list isn't built from a spreadsheet. It comes from knowing you.
No upselling. Solo practice means no pressure to add services you don't need.
Long-term thinking. I work with students as early as 9th grade — because fit matters more than name recognition.
Direct access. You get my number. You get honest answers. That's the whole model.
Free resources
Tools to get you oriented
Tool
Strategic list builder
Build a balanced college list based on your profile, priorities, and preferences.
Tool
Activity ideas generator
Uncover extracurricular opportunities that match your interests and strengthen your profile.
Guide
Early deadline guide
Everything you need to know about ED, EA, REA, and which strategy makes sense for you.
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Guide
Application timeline guide
Build a balanced college list based on your profile, priorities, and preferences.
Guide
Essay topic brainstorming
Everything you need to know about ED, EA, REA, and which strategy makes sense for you.
Checklist
Interview prep checklist
Walk into every college interview feeling prepared — not scripted.