Personalized guidance for wherever you are in your journey.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS & FAMILIES
Ready to dive into the exciting, yet sometimes daunting, world of college exploration? It’s easy to feel a little lost in the mountain of options, deadlines, and essays — let LAN College Consulting help you demystify the process, reduce stress and ensure you are putting your best foot forward.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TIMELINE
Junior → Senior Year
1. Build Momentum
📅 January (Junior):
Research colleges & majors, admission requirements and consider college fairs
📝 February:
Plan standardized tests and test prep
🏫 March:
Visit colleges during school breaks
👥 April:
Meet with counselor for senior course planning / request recommendation letters
✍️ May:
Take SAT/ACT practice exams
2. Every Step Counts
☀️ June:
Finalize summer plans and programs
📂 July:
Work on résumé and extracurriculars
💡 August:
Start essay brainstorming, Common Application is live
🎓 September:
Narrow college list and plan fall campus visits/schedule and practice interviews
📑 October:
Work on essays & supplemental questions, FAFSA is live
3. Stay The Course
📬 November:
Submit Early Action / Early Decision applications and financial aid applications/request transcripts
🗂️ December:
Submit Regular Decision applications before the holidays
💰 January:
Research and apply to outside scholarships
✈️ February:
Consider final visits to campus during winter break
🤝 March:
Plan for Admitted Student events
4. Decision Time
📊 April
Review admissions decisions and financial aid offers, complete AP and IB exams
✅ May
Make final decision, send appropriate deposit and complete paperwork for on-campus housing
🏠 June – August:
Sign up for meal plans, connect with college advisor and register for classes, attend orientation, connect with roommate, shop for dorm room essentials, make travel arrangements, set up a bank account
LAN College Consulting Packages
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🎓 Foundation Package: Core Guidance
Ideal for Freshman & Sophomore families beginning the process.
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Initial consultation
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Academic & extracurricular review
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Career exploration + personalized college list
(10–12 schools) -
Timeline & action plan
(Junior → Senior year) -
Monthly check-ins (up to 6 months)
Access to college planning resources & tips
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💡 Guided Path Package
- Full Mentorship
Recommended for families wanting step-by-step guidance.
Includes everything in Foundation +
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Monthly check-ins
(up to 12 months) -
Test strategy & planning
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Application tracking system
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Essay brainstorming + feedback (1 personal + 4 supplementals)
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Interview prep (2 sessions)
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Financial aid overview & FAFSA/CSS guidance
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Advising until deposit submitted
Access to college planning resources & tips
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🏆 Journey Package
- Concierge Advising
For families seeking the highest level of advising.
Includes everything in Guided Path +
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Monthly 60-min strategy sessions
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Unlimited essay support
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Collaborative application advising
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Scholarship search & campus visit planning
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Waitlist & deferral strategy
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Admitted student advising (financial aid review, final choice)
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Support through Orientation (August)
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Summer prep resources for Freshman year
Access to college planning resources & tips
⚡ Add-On Services (à la carte)
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Hourly consulting
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Essay review (per essay)
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Mock interview session
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Scholarship search package
📌 Notes on Pricing
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Packages can be tailored depending on start date and family budget.
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Payment plans may be offered (e.g., 50% upfront, remainder in installments).
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Families can upgrade from Foundation → Guided Path → Journey at any time by paying the difference.
