Custom Stand-Alone College Planning with Admissions and Test Prep Support
College Application Review, College Essay Review Services, Best Interview Coaching Services, and Practice Exams for SAT/ACT
“You won’t find any cookie cutters shaping our approach to college planning.”
—Chris Parsons, Founder
Personalized Stand-Alone College Counseling Tailored to Students’ Needs
When it comes to admission planning, every family has unique goals. At The College Planning Center, we offer flexible stand-alone college counseling services that allow students to choose exactly what they need—from college essay coaching and interview coaching services to test prep tutoring and financial aid guidance. Families can build a personalized student success plan by selecting from our 5, 10, or 15-hour blocks, or by focusing on targeted admissions strategies like SAT/ACT prep, application review, or career exploration. Our goal is to provide tailored support that delivers the best outcomes for your child—without cookie-cutter solutions.
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Once families identify their priorities, we provide a flexible range of stand-alone college counseling services to fit their needs. Whether it’s college essay coaching, admission planning blocks, or SAT/ACT test prep tutoring, our goal is to give students the targeted support they need without requiring a full program. These customized options ensure families get expert guidance for college applications, financial aid planning, and career exploration—all on their own terms.
Stand-Alone Services for Custom College Planning
5/10/15 Hour Block Packages
Choose from 5, 10, or 15 hours of personalized college planning support designed around your student’s unique needs. From essay review to financial aid coaching, our flexible blocks give families the expert guidance they need on their terms.
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Our Block Packages are our most flexible offering and begin with an initial consultation to help parents and students determine the ideal mix of college planning services. Depending on student need, a Block Package can include any combination of our most popular college planning services: personality and aptitude testing, college list prep, college essay review and editing, college interview coaching, college and/financial aid application assistance, and job shadowing and career exploration. Our Block Packages are most often selected by high school seniors or families that are comfortable doing the majority of the college admission work on their own.
SAT/ACT Test Prep
Boost your test scores with proven strategies from our experienced instructors. Our SAT and ACT prep includes live sessions plus 24/7 access to online practice modules, helping students master every section with confidence.
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Our stand-alone standardized test prep packages are available as in-person/office or virtual sessions offered at times convenient for busy students. These individual sessions are led by our experienced SAT/ACT instructors. All test prep students are granted unlimited 24×7 access to our proprietary online SAT/ACT test prep modules. These self-paced online test prep modules utilize video and audio to deliver thousands of practice questions and provide detailed explanations of every answer—regardless of whether the student answered the question right or wrong.
FAQ
Have questions about planning for college?
You’re not alone.
Choosing the right mix of college counseling services can feel overwhelming for families who want flexibility without sacrificing results. That’s why our stand-alone services—from college application review and essay coaching to SAT/ACT test prep—are designed to fit exactly where your student needs support most.
Our FAQ section answers the most common questions parents and students ask about block hour packages, individual test prep programs, and custom admission guidance. With clear, expert responses, we make it simple to understand how stand-alone services can give your student the edge they need—without committing to a full program.
Our college counseling services in stand-alone blocks allow families to choose only what they need—whether it’s college essay review, college application review, or interview coaching. This flexibility ensures students get expert help without committing to a full comprehensive plan.
Our 5/10/15 hour block hour packages give students targeted support in areas like admission planning, essay writing. Families can mix services to match their priorities, making this one of the most flexible college counseling services available.
Test Prep is not included in hourly block packages. Click here to learn more about our Test Prep programs.
Yes! Our college application review sessions provide detailed feedback to ensure applications are polished, competitive, and aligned with admissions expectations. Students can use block hours or purchase this as a direct service.
Absolutely. We provide college essay help through structured coaching, editing, and personalized feedback. Whether students need brainstorming or a final review, our advisors make sure essays showcase each applicant’s strengths.
Our SAT/ACT test prep packages include one-on-one tutoring with expert instructors and 24/7 access to online practice modules. These programs focus on proven strategies to boost scores and confidence before test day.
Yes. Families can use their hours for interview coaching services, which include mock interviews, feedback on answers, and strategies to build confidence. These sessions prepare students for college admission interviews.
Our admission strategy combines one-on-one expert guidance with proven tools, such as essay review and SAT/ACT prep, to maximize results. Unlike self-study, our customized approach ensures students stay on track with deadlines and expectations.
Yes, many students use block hour packages for high school student resume support and career exploration. This includes job shadowing, internship guidance, and crafting resumes that stand out in applications.
Essay coaching is not included in our SAT/ACT test prep packages. Families who want help with personal statements or college application essays will need to purchase a separate 5/10/15-hour College Admissions block. Separating test prep from essay support ensures students receive focused, high-quality guidance in each area
Block hour packages and test prep packages are separate programs. If you need support with college applications, essays, or interview prep, a 5/10/15-hour College Admissions block is the right choice. If your priority is raising SAT/ACT scores, choose our dedicated Test Prep package. Families who need help with both areas will need to purchase both services to get full, focused support.
Secure Your College Future Now!
Choose only the support your student needs—whether it’s college application review, college essay help, interview coaching services, or SAT/ACT test prep. With customizable block hour packages, families can access expert guidance without committing to a full program.
Schedule your free consultation now and design a personalized plan that maximizes results while fitting your family’s needs.