Chosen Spot College Consulting

Services

 

 

Bill Murphy

585-755-4400

bmurphy@chosenspotcollegeconsulting.com

 

 

 

 

Consulting Services Include:


● Evaluate student interests including academic, personal and extracurricular in order to determine best-fit colleges


● College list development based on academic fit and admissions probability


● Activities Resume


● Tips and support for essay development and writing


● Essay editing and feedback


● Review college applications for strength and accuracy


● Preparation for college visits and how to make your visits productive


● Scholarships/Financial Aid


o Scholarship search recommendations.


o Provide information to navigate the financial aid process.


o Review and evaluation of financial aid and/or scholarship awards.


● Organization and timeline of applications, including deadlines and school specific requirements


11th Grade Planning


Review high school course selection and GPA. Create activities resume and review for applications and scholarships. Create a balanced list of colleges that meet academic and affordability goals. Evaluate ACT/SAT testing plan. College fair and tour advice. Explore potential majors and careers.


12th Grade Planning


Create a balanced college list (typically 6-8 colleges). Brainstorm essay topics and begin writing compelling college and scholarship essays. Create a timeline and deadlines for applications. Explore potential scholarships. Review and edit essays and applications before submitting. Review college applications for strength and accuracy. Support in making the college decision.


Testimonials

"After working with my child's school counselor to commit to a college. I spoke with Bill who helped us secure a scholarship for full tuition that our school never told us about!" -Lisa

 

"As a parent sending her first child off to college I felt overwhemed at where to begin. Bill assisted us in seeing the whole picture for our college search, but then was patient as both parent and daughter navigated the financial needs with high expectations to find the right fit. She loves SUNY Binghamton and couldn't be happier with her decision." - Jamie

 

"Bill sat down with us to explore the lengthy list of college options my daughter had compiled. He gave us helpful and honest advice. We were able to narrow down her top choices and saved us both time and money. She is now going into her Junior year at Bentley University for Data Analytics. Thank you Bill for walking us through the process." -Maralee