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College Smart Start

 

We simplify, streamline, and personalize the college application process — to destress students and their parents.

 

You're overwhelmed. We can help.

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The College Smart Start Difference

Think of us the way you'd think of a coach: our focus is on the player. While parents play a big part, this is a student-centered exercise.

With tools to support students at all stages of the process, from eager freshmen to oh-my-god seniors, we demystify and streamline everything for students and parents. By breaking the process down into bite-sized pieces, we help lower the whole family's stress level.

The college application process can be nerve-wracking, but we make it manageable (and maybe even fun!). Our time-efficient, customizable method works WITH your life, not against it.

We help students stand out and be recognized as the amazing people they are. They're seen as the best version of themselves, as interesting and 3-dimensional people — not just as collections of scores and activities.

We offer various levels of support, but all of our options are geared to making this process easier.

  • Exactly what to do, when it needs to be done, and how to do it well: school selection, passion projects, college applications, essays, activities list, scholarship applications
  • A holistic approach to each student, while still helping you make data-driven decisions
  • The truth about merit and financial aid, and different ways to bring college financially within reach
  • Access to planning tools, from a searchable database to brainstorming worksheets and proofreading processes
  • Many levels include personalized goal-setting, extracurricular strategies, essay support, check-ins to keep you on track and meeting those deadlines, and a final application check before hitting "submit"
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College Admissions Services

Class of 2025

  • Essay brainstorming, outlining, development, and editing
  • Common app review
  • Resume writing
  • Interview prep
  • Deferral and waitlist support

Levels of support:

  • Concierge
  • Admissions Academy
  • jumpSTART
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Class of 2026

  • Everything included with Class of 2025, PLUS:
  • College pre-planning
  • Strategic interest exploration
  • Admission strategy consulting
  • Resume building
  • Activity mapping
  • Passion project

Levels of support:

  • Concierge
  • Admissions Academy
  • jumpSTART
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Class of 2027

  • Everything included with Class of 2025, PLUS:
  • College pre-planning
  • Strategic interest exploration
  • Admission strategy consulting
  • Resume building
  • Activity mapping
  • Passion project

Levels of support:

  • Concierge
  • Admissions Academy
  • jumpSTART
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Class of 2028

  • Everything included with Class of 2025, PLUS:
  • College pre-planning
  • Strategic interest exploration
  • Admission strategy consulting
  • Resume building
  • Activity mapping
  • Passion project

Levels of support:

  • Concierge
  • Admissions Academy
  • jumpSTART
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Concierge

  • One on one
  • Personalized attention
  • Customizable services
  • Meets your student’s unique needs
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Admissions Academy

  • Small group
  • Live instruction Intensives
  • Office Hours
  • Time-efficient
  • Highly effective
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College jumpSTART

  • Interactive
  • Self-paced
  • Budget-friendly
  • Access to resources
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Hourly Services

  • College list building
  • Essay brainstorming and editing
  • Resume and activity list
  • Application development and review
  • Testing strategy
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Other Services

Academic Support

  • High school students
  • College students
  • Organization
  • Executive function
  • Time management
  • Academic tutoring
  • Writing support
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Graduate Application Support

  • Pre-professional strategizing (pre-med, pre-law)
  • Medical School
  • Law School
  • MBA programs
  • Masters and PhD programs
  • Resumes
  • Application strategy
  • Essays
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Career Counseling

  • Resume writing
  • Interview prep
  • Career exploration
  • Strategizing
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Professional Development and Speaking

  • Schools and school systems
  • Parent and community groups
  • Faculty training
  • Counselor coaching
  • Expert media reference
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Testimonials

Choosing a college is more complicated and confusing now than ever. You wouldn't try to trek through the Amazon without a guide. Don't try to navigate the college jungle without Jodi. She gives actionable advice and insights while helping students (and parents) arrive at a decision they can feel confident and excited about. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

— Daughter attending University of South Carolina (with merit)

Good morning Jodi. I hear you’re off to an amazing start with my kid. She was super excited about your conversation and I wanted to thank you again. She is keeping me in the loop and we appreciate everything you and your team are doing.

~ Debbie P., FL
Concierge 2025

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