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NY State Certified Counselor · Since 1996

College Admissions Counseling

Personalized, expert guidance through every stage of the admissions process — from building your college list to celebrating your acceptance.

About This Program

The college admissions process has never been more complex or more competitive. Our counseling program pairs your student with Rob Adams — a New York State certified school counselor with over 20 years of experience — for personalized, strategic guidance that goes far beyond a standard checklist.

Whether you're starting with a single strategy session or enrolling in comprehensive support, every engagement is built around your student's unique academic profile, interests, and goals.

What Every Engagement Includes

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Strategic School Selection

A balanced, data-driven college list tailored to your student's academic profile and personal goals.

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Application Timeline Management

Customized deadlines and check-ins to keep your student on track through every requirement.

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Essay Strategy & Review

Guidance on topic selection, story framing, and iterative feedback on every draft.

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Interview Preparation

Mock interviews and personalized coaching to build confidence with admissions officers.

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Application Review

Line-by-line review of activities lists, supplements, and final applications before submission.

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Financial Aid Guidance

Strategic advice on scholarship applications and merit aid opportunities at target schools.

Meet Your Counselor

Rob Adams, College Admissions Counselor

Rob Adams

College Admissions Counselor

Rob is a New York State certified school counselor with over 20 years of experience helping students and families navigate the college admissions process. Currently managing a caseload of over 200 students, he specializes in all aspects of counseling — including working with students with IEPs and special needs — and draws on extensive data and direct relationships with college admissions representatives nationwide.

🎓 NY State Certified 👥 200+ Active Students ⏱ 20+ Years Experience ⭐ NACAC & ASCA Member

Proven Results

180PointsAvg SAT Improvement
7PointsAvg ACT Improvement
98%RatingParent Satisfaction
$10M+EarnedIn Merit Scholarships

Choose Your Path

Not sure which option is right for your student? Start with the Strategic Consultation — it's the fastest way to get a clear picture of where your student stands and what they need.

Strategic Consultation
$500

A focused one-hour session to assess your student's profile and map out a clear admissions strategy.

  • Profile assessment
  • School list recommendations
  • Application roadmap
  • Q&A with Rob
College List Creation
$600

A deep-dive session resulting in a complete, data-backed list of reach, target, and safety schools.

  • Full academic profile review
  • Balanced school list (15–20 schools)
  • Fit analysis per school
  • Priority ranking & rationale
10-Session Package
$4,000

Comprehensive support from early planning through final acceptances — the most thorough option available.

  • Everything in 5-Session
  • Extracurricular strategy
  • Financial aid guidance
  • Waitlist & deferral support
  • Full application season coverage

How It Works

1

Select Your Package and Register

Choose the option that fits your student's timeline and needs, then complete checkout securely online.

2

Initial Intake Call

Rob's team will reach out within 48 hours to schedule your first session and gather background on your student's academic profile, target schools, and goals.

3

Personalized Strategy Begins

Your sessions are structured around your student's specific needs — whether that's building a school list, sharpening essays, or preparing for interviews.

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Submit with Confidence

Rob reviews every application before submission. You'll know exactly where your student stands and feel confident in every decision made along the way.

★★★★★

"Rob was the secret weapon in our daughter's application process. He knew exactly which schools were realistic reaches and which were true fits — and his essay coaching turned a good personal statement into a great one. She got into her first-choice school."

David M.
Parent of a college freshman

Who Is This For?

Our counseling program serves students in grades 9–12 at any stage of the admissions journey. Younger students benefit most from early strategic planning — building a strong extracurricular profile and understanding what selective colleges look for. Juniors and seniors benefit from focused, hands-on application support during the critical prep and submission season.

Students with IEPs or special needs receive additional expertise from Rob, who has extensive experience navigating accommodation disclosures and presenting students' full stories to admissions officers.

Frequently Asked Questions

The earlier the better. Freshman and sophomore year allows time to build a strong academic and extracurricular profile strategically. That said, we work with students at all stages — even seniors mid-application — and can make a significant impact at any point in the process.

If you're unsure, start with the Strategic Consultation. It's a low-commitment way to get clarity on your student's profile and a clear roadmap — and many families upgrade to a session package after that first meeting. If your student is a junior or senior with an active application timeline, the 5-session or 10-session package is likely the right fit.

Sessions can be conducted in person at our Mamaroneck office or remotely via video — whichever your family prefers. Many families mix both formats depending on their schedule.

Yes. Rob has extensive experience with students with IEPs and special needs. He understands how to position students authentically and strategically, including decisions around accommodation disclosure and identifying colleges with strong support programs.

Yes. Additional sessions can be added at any point. Many families enrolled in the 5-session package choose to extend into the 10-session level as the application season intensifies.

School counselors typically manage very large caseloads and have limited time per student. Rob works with a much smaller group of students, enabling truly personalized attention and deep familiarity with each student's full story. His direct experience with admissions representatives at hundreds of colleges also means his school list and strategy recommendations are grounded in current, first-hand knowledge.

Enroll in Admissions Counseling

Select a package and pay securely online

$500
Strategic Consultation One focused session with Rob
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