Covid-19 has changed everything, including college admissions.

Here’s why you need a college counselor more than ever:

I will help navigate the changed standardized testing landscape.
More students will go to college closer to home in coming years, making California's many fine public universities even more competitive. I will help prepare juniors for admissions to public state universities, which are often cheaper than private colleges.
Not all private colleges will survive Covid-19. I will help evaluate the financial strength of targeted colleges and make recommendations on financially viable ones that offer enough aid to make attendance possible.
I help prepare younger students (freshmen and sophomores) for public state university admissions by suggesting the right classes, majors, and activities, as state universities become a more financially viable option for some families, but a more competitive one during Covid-19.

Reasons families choose Journey Ahead during normal times:

Reduce family stress - parents know the college process is being taken care of, which eliminates worry, and reduces stress between parents and their student.
Professional assistance in assessing a student’s academic and social needs, and selecting colleges that meet that need — colleges that fit the student academically, socially, and fit the family financially.
Students will successfully complete applications, and his/her coach will make sure everything is done properly, on time, and present students’ best self.
Coaching and essay brainstorming, and essay review and editing. This reduces family stress, and helps students find their true voice in their applications. Students and parents often clash over the content of these essays, when a coach is not present.
Financial aid understanding and family support.

We are open and seeing families virtually. Call 619-417-9242 or visit www.jacounselors.com

Why it's More Important than Ever to Engage a College Counselor