Rause College Consulting provides comprehensive guidance to students. Services provided include the following:

Academic and Testing Advising

  • Advisement on high school course selection.
  • Discussion of student’s standardized testing plan.

College Search Process

  • Build a college list focused on the best fit for the student, as well as balance in terms of admission probability.
  • Student assessments including academic, personal and extracurricular interests in order to determine best-fit colleges.
  • Do What You Are. An online personality assessment including preferences for learning and elements for a satisfying college experience and career.
  • What to expect at college fairs, questions to ask and how to utilize your time wisely.
  • Preparation for college visits and how to make your visits productive.

College Admissions Services

  • Case study workshop (review mock applications) to better understand how college admission decisions are made and the factors considered.
  • Create a resume for the college admissions and scholarship process.
  • An understanding of how to network with admission counselors and demonstrate interest.
  • Admission and scholarship interview preparation by providing mock interviewing and tips for a successful interview.
  • Organization and timeline of applications, including deadlines and school specific requirements.
  • Step-by-step instruction for how to complete the Common Application. Additional guidance provided, as needed, for completing additional college applications including the Coalition Application, Universal Application and institution-specific applications.
  • Letters of recommendation- An understanding of what is needed for the college admission process and who are the best individuals to ask to write a letter of recommendation.
  • Standardized testing- Understanding of the various testing policies you’ll find at colleges and universities such as superscoring, test-optional and colleges that require all scores to be submitted.
  • Assistance on the appropriate application method for applying including early action, early decision, regular decision or rolling admission.
  • Provide an overview of the purpose of the college essay.
  • Tips for writing a great college essay and how to answer the supplemental essay questions.
  • Essay brainstorming activities.
  • Review and feedback of all essays, including supplemental essays.
  • Guidance on any deferral and waitlist decisions.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

  • Scholarship search recommendations.
  • Provide information to navigate the financial aid process.
  • Review and evaluation of financial aid and/or scholarship awards.

All students working with Rause College Consulting will receive a subscription to CollegePlannerPro, an online college-planning program.

Contact Jen today for an initial consultation.

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