1-on-1 College Admissions Consulting
In a Pile of Applications, Rise to the Top
In today’s admissions landscape, it’s no longer about listing accomplishments—it’s about showcasing a unique voice. A Kaplan College Advisor can help shape your teen’s experiences into their competitive edge, with strategic 1-on-1 guidance from freshman to senior year.
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Create the Most Compelling Case for Their Admission
With the widest range of collective expertise, Kaplan’s college admissions consultants have perfected the playbook for acceptance. Here’s what you can expect at every step:
Kaplan College Advising Includes:
- A personalized plan for their dream acceptance letter: Whether your teen is an athlete, artist, undecided student, or Ivy League hopeful, they’ll get the step-by-step support they need to stand out in a sea of competitive applicants.
- Strategic storytelling: When it comes to impressing top colleges, it’s not just about what they’ve done—it’s about who they are. Your Advisor will help them communicate their unique perspective, highlighting what they can contribute to campus communities.
- Unmatched expertise: Get the combination of insider knowledge, innovative tools, and time-tested strategy, all in one place. Kaplan College Advisors have decades of experience and a track record of student acceptance from selective schools.
- Exclusive college partnerships: Only Kaplan offers pre-college programs to guide major and passion exploration into your teen’s personalized plan, partnering with universities including Georgetown, Rice, and more.
- Testing strategies from the original experts: Kaplan was built on raising exam scores. Our Advisors will help you navigate every choice, including deciding which tests to take, when to take them, and whether to submit scores to certain schools.
- The inside scoop on financing college: From filling out the FAFSA® form to finding the right scholarships, the financial aid process is far from easy. Gain the clarity you need to navigate the entire process with ease—and reduce your financial burden.
We'll Meet You Where You Are
The best-fit schools? The most effective scholarship routes? Kaplan will match you with the right advisor for your teen’s needs, based on their individual goals, interests, and strengths.
We’ll Keep You Engaged and On Track
Your Kaplan College Advisor will craft a complete plan for every stage of your teen’s high school journey—then keep them on track with consistent, 1-on-1 guidance and support.
Meet Some of Our College Advisors
Sasha
With 16 years in education and over a decade leading K-12 guidance counselors, Sasha has helped students gain admission to top-tier universities, including Princeton, MIT, and Columbia. Since joining Kaplan in 2009, her students have secured full-ride scholarships and acceptance to elite programs. She specializes in strategic course selection, application crafting, and financial aid, ensuring families navigate the admissions process with confidence and success.
Dr. Rohit Gupta
Dr. Gupta has over a decade of experience in college admissions counseling, specializing in essays, interviews, and application strategy. His students have earned admission to Ivy League schools and competitive BS/MD programs, and have received top merit scholarships. With firsthand experience on admissions committees at multiple levels, he brings invaluable insight into the selection process. An accomplished scientific writer, Dr. Gupta helps students craft narratives that resonate with admissions committees and set them apart.
Devon Balfour
Devon is a seasoned college admissions advisor with 15 years of experience helping students navigate the application process. She has reviewed applications for Hampshire, Amherst, and the highly selective QuestBridge Scholarship, giving her insider knowledge of what top colleges seek. Her students have gained admission to Harvard, MIT, the University of Michigan, and more. With a holistic approach, she integrates mindfulness-based strategies to support students in crafting authentic and compelling applications.
Have Questions?
Talk to an admissions expert and have all your questions about our 1-on-1 college advising answered for free. You'll know exactly where you stand—and where to go next.