ROOT College Advising

OUR PHILOSOPHY

WE ARE INTENTIONAL

We develop a structured yet personally curated college plan for each of our students. In a world which emphasizes highly selective colleges, we go beyond rankings. Deeper than generalized stats. Above classically prescribed paths. We measure our success by the person, not by the percentages. Continually evaluating primary source data and updates from colleges, we’re in the weeds so you don’t have to be. And we love it there.

WE ARE AUTHENTIC

Transparency, honesty, and accessibility ground our practice. We use current data and historical perspectives to explain how each college will consider applicants. We earn the trust of our families by providing consistent and personalized advice. Our families ask us anything. We help problem solve and keep students focused on their intended path to lessen stress for the family.

WE ARE MINDFUL

Our advising is sensitive to the mental health impact surrounding college admission. We believe in clear, real, and supportive dialogue. Considering college options should not create anxiety. We address every detail so that families can focus on opportunities and students can enjoy high school.

ROOT: GROUNDING THE PATH TO COLLEGE

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WE WORK FOR YOU

College admission is a business to colleges. College admission is a life decision for our families. Knowing the unique requirements of individual college admission experiences is our business.

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WE WORK WITH YOU

It is personal for us. We root for our students’ admission to their first choice using tailored action plans that ground their understanding of how each college will evaluate their application. We listen, suggest, and plant seeds. We adjust and reset based on the evolving considerations of each family.