Collegewise

A different kind of college application experience - Our team of expert counselors has 500+ years of combined admissions experience. We help students select the right classes, decide between the SAT/ACT, explore summer options, curate a school list, navigate the application process, and craft compelling essays, with time left over to simply be a kid! Schedule a free consultation to get started.

About Collegewise

Collegewise was founded by Kevin McMullin in 1999 and has since helped over 28,000 students gain college admission. 

Kevin realized that for too many families, the college admissions process was overwhelming and ultimately unsuccessful so he set out on a mission to address common pain points and create a more joyful experience for students and parents.

• We believe in taking the pressure off our students
• We believe in giving families quality time back
• We believe every student has something to offer

Whether your teenager is trying to map out a plan for a school like Stanford, simply exploring their path and figuring out what might be the right type of school and major for them, or somewhere in between, we'll pair them with a trustworthy expert who has helped countless students in similar situations.

Our Service

We provide 1-1 strategic college application guidance for every step of the admissions process. Our programs often include, but are not limited to;

• College research and list building
• Extracurricular, intership and summer planning
• High school course selection
• Personal statement and supplemental essay guidance
• Specialty admissions (STEM, Business, BS/MD, Athletic Recruiting and more)
• Financial aid consulting (both merit and need-based) 
• SAT/ACT test prep 
• AP and academic tutoring 
• Leadership and skill building 
• International admissions including Canada & the UK

Our Counselors

Our counselors deliver holistic support, tailored to the unique needs of your family, that puts student wellbeing at the center of the process and ensures that every student gains acceptance to a college where they will thrive. Collegewise counselors come from a variety of backgrounds. Most are former admissions officers, high school counselors, professors, teachers, and graduate degree holders.

• Our counselors receive extensive, ongoing professional development.
• Our counselors regularly present at industry events and to thousands of families every year.
• We hire less than 2% of those who apply to work for us. 

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