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 hourly packages are available to provide different levels of support. Avoid comprehensive packages where you are paying for things you don’t actually need. Set up a free consultation to discuss what will suit your family’s needs best.