College Admissions Consultant for High-Achieving Families

CollegeCommit is a premier college admissions consulting firm dedicated to helping high-achieving students gain admission to Ivy League and top-tier universities. Our expert consultants work closely with students and families who want more than an admissions edge – they want clarity, confidence, and results every step of the way.

Princeton

Stanford

Harvard

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Notre Dame

UPenn

NYU

What a College Admissions Consultant Really Does

A college admissions consultant offers personalized support throughout the college application process. Unlike a high school college counselor, who often works with dozens of students, a private consultant provides one-on-one guidance tailored to your child’s academic strengths, interests, and long-term goals.

CollegeCommit helps families build a balanced and strategic college list, plan application timelines, and craft standout application essays, including the Common App personal statement and school-specific supplements. Our team includes former admissions officers and experienced admissions experts, but we go beyond credentials.

We act as mentors and trusted advisors, fostering meaningful relationships with each high school student. By creating a comfortable, honest environment, we help students open up, making it possible to lead them effectively through all phases of the college admissions process.

This is more than consulting; it’s expert one-on-one support that guides students toward real outcomes. Our advisors bring extensive experience – from Ivy League education to firsthand admissions insight and elite mentorship – with over 20 years of dedicated service.

What Families Say About Us

Behind every acceptance letter is a story. Meet the families who trusted us to help write theirs.

These testimonials showcase how personalized strategy, expert guidance, and dedicated mentorship turned goals into dream school admissions.

We deliver specialized strategy, high-level test prep and tutoring, and thoughtful mentorship-empowering students with the confidence, skills, and mindset to thrive in college and beyond.

Our team includes former admissions officers, Ivy League graduates, and elite mentors with over 20 years of dedicated experience in the college admissions industry.

At CollegeCommit, we offer a hands-on experience from start to finish. We don’t just guide students to the top; we help them rise to their best.

Admissions consultants like ours also help families avoid common mistakes, such as overloading on AP classes or submitting underdeveloped college essays. With strategic planning, students can present a focused, compelling profile to Ivy League schools, Stanford, MIT, Duke, Northwestern, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and other Top 20 colleges. This is where Ivy League admissions counseling delivers measurable value, while keeping every opportunity on the table.

Why High-Achieving Families Choose Private College Counseling

Families who want to elevate their student’s admissions strategy turn to private college consulting for a more advanced level of service and personalized attention. High school counselors are valuable but overextended. Private consultants fill that gap with deep insight and customized support.

We work with executives, entrepreneurs, and public figures who value discretion, precision, and results.

These families understand that the difference between a good application and a winning one is planning.

Private college counseling helps parents feel confident and in control throughout this high-pressure process. When families partner with CollegeCommit, they gain access to strategic guidance, data-driven planning, and coaching tailored to their child’s goals and aspirations.

Helping students identify the right college fit is central to our process. A strong match between a student’s strengths and a school’s environment can shape both their experience and success.

We also help students align extracurricular activities with academic goals and future plans, making their profiles more compelling to elite private colleges and top public universities alike.

When and How to Start
the Admissions Process

Starting early gives students the best advantage. We recommend beginning admissions counseling as early as the second half of 8th grade or during 9th or 10th grade, when academic planning and extracurricular development begin to take shape. That doesn’t mean applying in freshman year – it means building a strong foundation.

Students should work with a college admissions coach to build long-term plans that include course selection, academic electives, summer programs, standardized testing timelines, and leadership roles.

What matters most isn’t when you start – but how you start.

We help students identify volunteering opportunities, competitions, internships, shadowing experiences, research, and capstone projects that align with their strengths and goals. These elements collectively shape how admissions officers perceive an applicant’s potential.

For juniors and seniors, it’s not too late. A structured plan with clear priorities, essay guidance, and targeted school support can still yield strong results. What matters is not just when you start, but how you start.

How a College Admissions Coach Builds a Competitive Edge

Top students often share similar metrics: high GPAs, excellent test scores, and rigorous coursework. But what separates admitted students from strong contenders is story and strategy. That’s where a college admissions coach makes the difference.

We empower students to stand out and navigate the path to their dream school with confidence.

At CollegeCommit, we help students craft a cohesive narrative that connects their interests, experiences, and future goals. We assist with optimizing college applications, selecting impactful extracurricular activities, refining their college lists, and writing application essays that stand out.

We help students position themselves competitively – whether they are applying to choice schools like Yale or Columbia, or strong state universities like UMichigan or UNC-Chapel Hill.

Working with an experienced advisor ensures students avoid common mistakes – like choosing the wrong recommenders, applying to the wrong schools, or missing deadlines.

What Does a College Admissions Consultant Cost?

The cost of a college admissions consultant depends on the level of guidance required. At CollegeCommit, we tailor each plan to the student’s goals, timeline, and target schools – delivering the right support at the right time.

On average, families working with top-tier firms like ours spend several thousand dollars per year. But they’re not paying for hours – they’re investing in impact. Our students submit stronger applications and often earn substantial merit scholarships that can offset, or even exceed, the total cost.

Pricing reflects value, and your student’s future is the ultimate ROI.

The return goes far beyond acceptance. Admission to a top-choice school can transform a student’s academic and professional future – opening doors to elite networks, career opportunities, and greater long-term earning potential. The right college doesn’t just influence the next four years; it shapes everything that follows.

When comparing value, ask:

Are you working with an elite advisor?
A team with decades of experience, proven results, and unmatched expertise in today’s fast-moving college admissions landscape?
A firm with deep industry knowledge and connections?

With CollegeCommit, the answer is yes.

Pricing

We offer flexible hourly packages in 10, 20, or 30-hour blocks – designed to support your family at every stage of the college admissions process, from early planning through enrollment. Hours can be applied across all services at a consistent rate and replenished at any time, allowing families to scale their support as priorities evolve.

Application strategy

Essay coaching

Test prep

Extracurricular development

Academic subject tutoring

By choosing a larger package upfront, families secure premium support at a lower hourly rate.

Package Options:

10-Hour Package

Best for targeted, short-term support

20-Hour Package

Ideal for multi-phase planning across several services

30-Hour Package

Comprehensive guidance for students seeking full-service admissions support

Annual investment varies by grade and goals, reflecting the support needed at each stage. See typical ranges below.

Average Cost Per Year, Grades 8–12:

8th grade

$5,000–$12,000

9th grade

(Freshman)

$8,000–$16,000

10th grade

(Sophomore)

$12,000–$22,000

11th grade

(Junior)

$18,000–$30,000

12th grade

(Senior)

$15,000–$28,000

Specialized programs & services: inquire for pricing.
For transfer or gap year student pricing, speak with your admissions expert during your upcoming consultation.
Early planning creates stronger outcomes – and our availability fills quickly. Secure your family’s spot and start building your student’s admissions edge today.

How to Choose the Right College Consultant

Choosing a college consultant is about more than cost – it’s about fit, expertise,
and trust. Families should seek a consulting firm that offers:

Direct access to
experienced consultants

A strong record with top-tier and Ivy League schools

Tailored guidance – not off-the-shelf programs

Discretion, integrity, and professionalism

A focus on impact and outcomes

What to Avoid

Avoid Overpromising
Consultants

Don’t settle for cookie-cutter solutions. Ask who will personally guide your child – and how.

Start Right

Start with a Free Consultation

Explore the right fit and strategy with zero pressure. We’ll pair your student with the right advisor – based on personality, academic profile, and long-term goals.

Why Us?

A Powerful Alternative

CollegeCommit delivers elite results with boutique-level attention – no assembly lines, just strategy that works.

Our Promise

A Trusted Partner

From start to acceptance, we’re your ally – delivering personalized guidance that leads to results.

CollegeCommit Admissions Track Record

Over the past decade, a high percentage of CollegeCommit’s students have earned Early admission to the following schools.

At most of these colleges, we support a select group of 1–5 students each year.

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Harvard University

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University of Pennsylvania

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Brown University

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Yale University

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Cornell University

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Dartmouth University

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Princeton University

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Columbia University

We coach students starting as early as 8th grade, though most begin in freshman or sophomore year. Throughout the process, our students receive clear feedback and actionable steps that build their skills and confidence.

Georgetown University

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Johns Hopkins University

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University of Chicago

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Carnegie Mellon University

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Vanderbilt University

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Northwestern University

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California Institute of Technology

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Emory University

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Washington University in St. Louis

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Stanford University

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Duke University

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Early Decision/Early Action

Years Running

100% of CollegeCommit’s ED applicants to UPenn earned admission – the result of strategic positioning and standout essays.

Straight Years

ALL of CollegeCommit’s ED applicants to Northwestern got in. Consistency like that doesn’t happen by accident.

Deferred or Waitlisted?

of students who came to CollegeCommit after being deferred by their top-choice Early school were accepted in the Regular round.

of students who came to CollegeCommit after being waitlisted by Brown received offers of admission.

Our Services

College Admissions Consulting

Application strategy, test prep, capstone support, research mentorship, and subject tutoring for high school students.

Test Prep & Tutoring

Tutoring and test prep to help students improve grades, place into rigorous courses, and score high on standardized tests, including SAT, ACT, AP, TOEFL, IELTS, and more.