Services

Services are available via Zoom or in-person in Chapel Hill and may include some or all of the following:

  • Advice on summer experiences and high school course selection

  • Evaluation of student record, including transcripts, test scores, and extracurricular activities

  • Explanation of admissions process (testing options and timelines, application deadlines, and application options such as ED, EA, etc.)

  • Creation of preliminary list of colleges to research and visit

  • Guidance on touring campuses

  • Honed and balanced final list of 10-12 best-fit schools with varying levels of admissions difficulty

  • Assistance with resume and activities list, recommendation letters, and interview preparation

  • Help with personal statement and supplementary essay writing, including brainstorming, critique and proofreading

  • Decoding of financial and merit aid offers and guidance for effective negotiation

  • Assistance with letters of continued interest (LOCI)

  • Support in making a final decision, whether the student will be matriculating or taking a gap year

  • Assistance with transition to college life

CollegeGroove works virtually in the Triangle and across the country. Several packages are available to provide different levels of support. Set up a free consultation to discuss what will suit your family’s needs best.