The Junior Jumpstart Package

Best for:
Juniors (or second-semester sophomores) and their families who want to get organized early and For juniors who want to start strong and enter senior year with a plan.

In this focused engagement, we get your student organized early. We review their record, map out junior and senior-year courses, set a testing strategy, and explore colleges that fit their interests and goals. By the time senior year starts, they’ll have a thoughtful preliminary college list and a clear roadmap for applications and essays.

Outcome:
Less stress, fewer surprises, and a head start on senior year with a clear direction instead of last-minute scrambling.

What’s included:

Foundation & Planning

• 1:1 meetings to understand the student’s interests, goals, and potential majors or paths.
• Review of academic record and activities to date.

Academic & Testing Roadmap

• Course selection advice for junior and senior year.
• SAT/ACT plan, including when to test and whether to pursue test-optional routes.
• Suggestions for test prep resources if needed.

College Exploration & List Building

• Education on types of colleges (size, location, selectivity, programs).
• Guided research to identify potential “good fit” schools.
• Creation of a preliminary balanced list (likely, target, reach).

Application Strategy

• Overview of the Common App and other major platforms.
• Early discussion of essay expectations and possible personal statement angles.
• Explanation of Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular Decision pros and cons.

Next-Steps Plan

• Customized timeline for the student’s senior-year application process.
• Clear checklist for student and parents so they know exactly what comes next.

Option: This package can stand alone or roll seamlessly into the Full Journey Package with priority access for senior-year support.

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