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Why Hire Me?

The Right College, Without the Guesswork

 

Choosing college should feel exciting, not overwhelming. With 32 years of counseling experience and millions of dollars in scholarships secured, I guide students and families to schools where they will thrive academically, socially, and financially.

 

What a Private College Consultant Adds

  • Personalized road map – one-to-one coaching that adapts to your student’s strengths, interests, and learning style.

  • Insider insight – up-to-date knowledge of test-optional policies, AI-assisted admissions, and shifting merit-aid formulas.

  • Stress relief – clear timelines, managed paperwork, and prompt answers let you enjoy the last years of high school.

  • Competitive edge – strategic essay coaching, activity positioning, and scholarship targeting lift applications above the crowd.

  • Smart money moves – college lists optimized for fit and affordability save families thousands.

How We Work Together

  1. Discover – personality, learning-style, and career assessments using the AchieveWORKS suite build a clear student profile.

  2. Design – a balanced college list blends data with personal fit, not just computer-generated matches.

  3. Develop – essays, applications, and recommendation strategies crafted to highlight unique stories and strengths.

  4. Decide – side-by-side comparison of admission offers and financial-aid packages so you choose with confidence.

 

Results You Can Expect

  • Acceptance to best-fit colleges, not just well-known names.

  • Higher scholarship offers through tailored merit-aid targeting.

  • Lower family stress thanks to guided deadlines and paperwork.

Ready to Begin? Click Book a Free 15-Minute Consult to receive an action plan your student can start using today:

Contact

229 N Sequoia Boulevard

Florence, AL 35630​

256-577-6006​

melissaryancc@gmail.com

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