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OUR SERVICES
At Annapolis College Consulting, we know that finding the right college isn't just about rankings—it's about fit. That’s why we offer a range of service packages tailored to meet each student’s individual needs, goals, and timeline. Whether you're looking for comprehensive support or targeted guidance, we’re here to help you navigate the process with confidence and clarity.
96% of Our Students Got Accepted at Their Top 3 Schools!
Concierge Package
Our signature comprehensive program from now through application submission.
- College list strategy
- Essays, activities & application support
- Unlimited support within our process
- Services include application/essay reviews for up to 10 college (or 4 highly selective schools)
BEST FOR MOST FAMILIES
Highly Selective Comprehensive Program
For students pursuing the most selective colleges.
Everything in Concierge, plus:
- In-depth differentiation strategy
- Research or special project component
- Online pre-test support (Test Prep included)
- Expanded essay guidance
BY INVITATION ONLY
12-Hour College Consulting Package
Flexible, focused support for the topics you need the most.
- Use your hours for strategy, essays, reviews, testing, merit aid & more
- Includes meetings, research & preparation time
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Option to upgrade to comprehensive if space is available
FLEXIBLE & CUSTOMIZED
Application Strategy Package
A clear, efficient plan to approach the application process with confidence.
- Access to our video series, resources and college list-building tool
- Review of college list, activities, personal statement & application
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Review College List, Classes/Testing/Teacher Recs, Extracurriculars, Personal Statement, Final Application and a wrap up meeting
STRATEGIC & FOCUSED
One And Done Application Review
Professional review for students who are nearly ready to submit.
- 30-min kickoff meeting
- Review application (Common App, UC or
Coalition) - Written report with feedback & recommendations
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Option to add additional hours if needed
FINAL REVIEW & FEEDBACK
New! DIY Virtual College Consulting
Monthly and Annual Memberships Available
Raise your scores with the Sharks
Tutoring, SAT/ACT Crash Courses and Power Hours
Partnerships and Community Involvement
Get the skills, networking, and confidence you need to succeed as you move ahead to college
Annapolis College Consulting partners with businesses, non-profits, and other professionals to provide students with internships, resources, and training needed to be prepared for the college application and admissions process.
Help Articles - Quick Reads
Useful information that's worth reading and will help in your college application processRecent Posts
Picking Classes for Senior Year- THE CORE 4 FOUR
For most students, it’s time to choose your senior year classes. Anticipating “Senioritis,” many of the teens we work with want to take a half-day senior year and drop their foreign language. Most distressingly, they want to circumvent “Core 4 Four:” taking the 5 core...
Why work with a private college consultant?
If you are my age, feeling 29 and actually 54, the college application process that you remember is no longer relevant. It is a completely different beast. No more paper applications, hands cramping from writing essays, and being finished after applying to 2-3...
Letters of Continued Interest- LOCI When and How
A deferral from a college admissions office is not a no. It puts you into the pool of Regular Decision applicants. It also relieves an Early Decision applicant from their binding commitment. Make sure that you fully understand the different college application types and the actions you can take when deferred.
IB and AP Classes- Should I or Shouldn’t I?
Article by Adriane Donkers, College Consultant with Annapolis College Consulting Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses are offered in many high schools. When choosing your classes each year, you may wonder whether you should enroll in...
Early Acceptances, Denials and Deferrals Are In. What Should You Do Now?
If you were deferred or denied, this is NOT the time to apply to tons of additional schools to hedge your bets for regular admissions.
This Ain’t Your College Journey. What is a Parent’s Role in the College Process?
An article adapted from one of our colleagues. and sprinkled with some of our original love. The original author is unknown. Your baby is one step closer to leaving the nest and you want to help! That is normal. College is their next milestone and you want to jump in...
Navigating Your Recruiting Process Today ~ Advice for Students and Families from College Athletic Advisor
We love our team of experts at Annapolis College Consulting! One of those experts is Dave Morris, founder of College Athletic Advisor. Dave brings experience coaching in NCAA Division I, II, and III; as well as the NAIA and the NJCAA. With over two decades of...
Mitigating College Costs
For most families, the financial fit is a key part of building a college list. These families realize that being able to pay college costs is just as important as being admitted. It is a good idea to understand your family budget, financial aid practices, and where...
Careful- nostalgia ahead!
College graduation. It seems like she was just in a gaggle of high school friends preparing for college applications and the transition away from home. This educational consultant is living your journey in real time. Don’t blink!
Accommodations in College
Students diagnosed with a physical or learning disability or mental illness may wonder if they can attend college. In short, the answer is absolutely, but it will take some extra research, understanding the laws, and having the necessary documentation. The Office of Disabilities is often the place to start.