Services
Meeting students where they are is part of what makes Lowney College Consulting unique.
The majority of students will start with me second semester of junior year, but my structure allows for more flexibility. Some students look for early guidance in choosing high school classes and identifying summer programs to cultivate talents and skills. Some prefer a methodical approach to keep them organized through junior and senior year. And some students just need help building a good list, writing essays, or finalizing applications. My business model is designed to meet students where they are.
Services
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Self Discovery
Students begin by defining their interests, identifying their values, and assessing their skills. We explore careers and map out an academic path that will lead to success in college and beyond.
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Plotting a Course
Plotting high school academic coursework and summer activities can enhance a student application. Thinking about class options early ensures eligibility and develops decision making skills.
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Building a College List
A target list of schools comes from clear criteria and in-depth research. I help students create a balanced list of schools to optimize their chances of success..
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Essay Development
Essays are time consuming and stress inducing for many students. Each essay is unique and each application requires a different approach for students to effectively tell their story. I help students do just that through one-on-one brainstorming, planning, drafting, and revising sessions.
🚩 Coming soon - my college essay workshops for summer 2023!
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Financial Aid
Understanding the intricacies of college affordability gives students ownership of the investment they are making in their future. I work with students to build financial literacy so navigating financial aid is less intimidating.
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Applications
Applications vary by school and deadline dates become part of a strategic plan. I help students tell their story through each piece of the application as well as manage the process and make decisions about when to apply.
Resources
The right tools make all the difference.
Understanding your data, researching potential programs, and managing the timeline is easy with your CounselMore student portal .
Packages
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Initial Consultation
This 30-minute session is designed to give you an overview of my services and give me a sense of your goals. We will meet over Zoom, and both parents and student should be present.
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Packaged Services
FULL FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. SEE A-LA-CARTE FOR HELP WITH ESSAYS AND APPLICATIONS
This full-service package for the Class of 2024 takes students through the college search process step-by-step. *
Understanding the Landscape
Learning the lingo
Putting things into perspective
Creating a Success Plan
Testing timelines
Academic planning
Summer activities
Research Instruction and Support
How to research a college
How to track research and create comparisons
College List Building
Building criteria
Creating a balanced list
Financial Literacy
Understanding the investment
Qualifying for grants, loans, and scholarships
Time Management
Setting manageable goals
Meeting deadlines
Strategic Application Support
Letters of Recommendation
Activities and awards
When to apply
Essay Development
Brainstorming
Drafting your personal statement
Supplemental essays
UC PIQs
*This package covers 10 hours of counseling services. Additional time needed will be billed at the hourly rate.
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Targeted Services - Hourly
This option is for students seeking help with a specific part of the process. Services are customizable, but might include one or more of the following:
Grades 9-10
Academic planning
Researching summer activities
Building a resume
Grades 11-12
Academic planning
Activity assessment
Creating a college list
Application review
Essay development
A-LA-CARTE FOR THE CLASS OF 2024
Seniors, need help with essay work and application review? This option is designed for you. Make an appointment so we can discuss your needs.
