Application Services

Early College Planning I

Advanced Writing | Essay

Power List

Review of academic record
Advice on course selection
Recommendations on extracurricular involvement and summer activities
Testing recommendations
Discussion about how to make high school a successful endeavor

Early College Planning II

Includes all services in Early College Planning I, PLUS:
Administration of learning styles and study skills assessment
Understand the needs of you the student
Facilitate and recommend college lists based on your preferences
Help you understand the process of applying to each college/university of your choice
Create a best fit, stretch, reach and safety approach to college applications

Brainstorming techniques
Structure and how to plan
Make and perfect your writing style
How to make stand out statements
Using themes in your writing
Editing, crafting, re-editing for the best paper ever

List, Application and Essay Assistance

Includes all services from the Power List, PLUS:
Our tailored and specific action plan for you to organise yourself (we do the timeline for you)
Clear and organised brainstorming plans and follow up reflection activity (on track help)
Full assistance in designing, editing, re-editing and writing both common application essays
Full assistance in designing, editing, re-editing of activities résumé
Full assistance in designing, editing, re-editing up to three supplemental essays
Full assistance in collating with your and reviewing your applications
Full assistance in practising college interviews
Help with making final choice when decision letters are received

A fast paced, get the information you need service
Review of prior academic accomplishments
Advice on course selection
Recommendations for extracurricular involvement
Testing recommendations (SAT or ACT, SAT II, when to schedule, is test prep necessary, etc.)
In-depth interview on college preferences of both student and parent
Career planning by administering career assessment and personality inventory
Refinement of choices of college type and major using interest survey(s)
Advice on making successful college visits
Preparation of a selected list of colleges that is uniquely suited to the student

About Meredith

Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed. Qualified Teacher & Principal Educational Consultant.

20+ years as a Special Education teacher and Learning Support Coordinator in international schools (China, Vietnam, Singapore, US). B.A. Psychology (Lafayette College), M.Ed. Special Education: Learning Disabilities (American University), Professional Concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders (UC Davis). 4th-generation teacher

About Andrew

Andrew O'Reilly, M.Ed. Strategic Admissions Architect & Global Guidance Specialist.

25+ years in education; College Counselor since 2016. B.A. Archaeology (University of Leicester), M.Ed. Educational Leadership (University of Bath), PGCE (University of Exeter), Postgraduate Certificate in College Counseling (UCLA). Members of IECA and I-ACAC.

What people say

Mari

My son has ADHD and we were looking for best fit colleges. Meredith and Andrew were able to provide an extensive list of best fit options for us.

They knew the dates to complete applications and kept us on track. They were kind, professional, thoughtful, and comprehensive. I 100% recommend Meredith and Andrew for your high school senior!

Robert

Andrew provided us with a strong and aligned list of top-tier colleges. He gave us a transparent platform to understand acceptance rates and planned all our visits. He analyzed test scores and gave us a list of elite private schools we had not considered.

He was valuable as a resource and gave our son direction, which saved us time.

Luke

My relationship with Mr. O’Reilly has been both vital and helpful. I plan to study Computer Science and am considering applying to many universities around the world.

Mr O’Reilly has helped me navigate the different application systems, contact universities directly and ask difficult questions like their policies on offers.

Our sessions are tailored to what I need, so they always feel worthwhile. I know I can ask about personal statements and application priorities without judgment; he gives honest advice.

Abraham

Andrew was helpful in the admissions process and provided me with the necessary support I needed. He was knowledgeable and gave me a lot of advice and help.

Lesley

Amazing support from Meredith, thank you!

Jay

I wanted to write and thank you for all your support throughout this entire process. I know I came to you with what felt like a million questions, and I am incredibly grateful for your endless patience and guidance in answering every single one of them.

Thank you for helping me make this happen!

Sarah

I want to thank you for believing in me when no one else did.

Without you, I would have given up on my dreams to train as a Doctor. I got in and I will always be grateful for your help.

Linda

Thank you for helping me to plan which schools to apply to. Without you, I would not have applied or been accepted into Boston University.

Sofia

I felt very well supported and guided in making career choices. I also made multiple changes to my applications and university choices. The Counsellor supported me in these changes.

Brandon

Thank you for helping me with my university applications and interviews.

I am really grateful for your help. I was in a panic when we first met and really needed your support. Thank you.

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