Comprehensive Package
(Freshman through Senior Years)
Ivy Mentors offers families comprehensive guidance through the college application process. Some clients start Freshman year; others start in Sophomore or Junior years.
The process includes:
- Initial Student and Parent Surveys
- Extended Kick-Off Meeting
- Review of Summer Plans, Course Selection and Extracurriculars
- Summer Program Essays
- Applicant Strategy Development
- Planning School Visits
- Testing Plans for SAT/ACT with Tutor Recommendations
- Resume/Activity List Development
- College Fit Survey
- Development and Revising of College List
- Early Decision Strategy
- Personal Statement Brainstorming and Development
- UC PIQ Essays
- Supplemental Essays By School
- Honors/Specialty Program Essays
- Letters of Recommendation Guidance
- Review of Common Application
- Mock Interviewing
- Support with Letters of Continued Interest for Waitlists
- Assistance in Making Final Decisions
Essay Only Packages
(Juniors & Seniors)
Ivy Mentors guides families who want to focus on the personal statement, supplemental essays and resume/activity list. Many families choose this option and want to ensure that essays stand out and are memorable to admissions readers.
This is a highly structured process that begins with an extended brainstorming meeting and includes timeline planning to ensure applicants cross the finish line with high quality.