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At Annapolis College Consulting we know how important it is to find the college that is the right fit, that is why offer our services in a variety of packages to meet your individual needs.
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Our premium package helps your family from now through success. We will help your family navigate the often stressful waters of the college application process. Differentiating your student through their activities, essays, and the college application. We find the right fit academically, socially, geographically and financially.
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This program is for students who are interested in the most selective schools. In order to compete in this highly-competitive arena, we help the student differentiate themselves. The package includes the Comprehensive Program plus a unique research project, a quick prep test prep program and additional essay work.
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Help Articles - Quick Reads
Useful information that's worth reading and will help in your college application processRecent Posts
College Sharks Featured in USA Today
Norwood believes that both students and parents should slow down and give the (college) process more thought, including considerations such as the student’s personal needs and aspirations, the family’s financial situation, the available educational resources (such as universities wanting to increase capacity for certain programs), and many more. Additionally, Norwood says that students should not rush to decide which college to go to or whether to go to college at all. They simply need to START EARLY.
Summer Plans for High School Students
Colleges are looking for students who distinguish themselves, show creativity and intellectual curiosity, and those who use their time outside of the classroom to make an impact. Summer is the perfect time to get busy.
7 Things To Talk About With Your School Counselor
Did you know that you have an excellent resource right under your nose? That’s right, your high school counselor will be able to help you quite a bit through your journey to college. Many students see very little of their counselors. It’s kind of that 1-2 times a year...
What qualities does the United States Naval Academy look for in its students?
The USNA is one of 5 service academies available to students who want to go to college and serve their country. What do service academies look for? This video will give you the answers. Lee Norwood interviews Eenee Ferraro, Blue & Gold officer for the USNA.
The Brag Sheet: Showcasing Your Student’s Brilliance (but keep it short, please)
Parents are often asked to share things about their senior with the high school counselor. Here is how to do it. Be brief, be bright and be done. Help the high school counselor and teachers find magic tidbits of info to share with the colleges! This makes for strong recommendations and applications.
Why Doesn’t My Child’s GPA “Match” His or Her SAT®/ACT® Score?
…the idea that GPA and test scores should “match” is fundamentally flawed, as they are very different in what they intend to test: a 5.0 GPA student may score poorly on a standardized test, whereas a student with a 3.0 may achieve great success with standardized testing.- Jackie, College Sharks Digital Test Prep
Senioritis Is Real: Class of 2025, Don’t Let It Bite You
You’re in the home stretch, Class of 2025—and we’re cheering you on. Finish proud. Finish strong. Set yourself up for a confident, successful start to college. Use our checklist to stay on top of things.
Do I Really Need a College Counselor? Here’s the Truth.
7 Reasons hiring a college counselor/consultant will help your family to navigate the college application process. Lower stress. Raise results. Get money off of tuition.
Choosing Undergraduate Business as a Major? ~ Program Research Will Be Important
For students interested in Business, there are so many great schools and programs out there waiting to be discovered. Check out websites, sign up for tours and information sessions and spend some time investigating schools, campuses and programs. From there, cast a thoughtful net and see what opportunities emerge from accounting to marketing to IT.
Junior Year: The One That Matters Most
Real Talk about College Admissions: You do not need to know everything, but you do need momentum. Junior year isn’t about being perfect. It’s about progress, commitment, and curiosity. It is the most important year for grades and testing.
Colleges are watching to see who’s growing. Who’s leading. Who’s showing up. You don’t have to do everything—but you DO need a plan.