Services
At Hilltop College Consulting, Jenny offers a variety of services to meet each student where they are in their college preparation, planning, or application process.
Jenny recognizes that students and families have unique needs and preferences when it comes to college planning, so all packages and a la carte consultations are personalized and customizable.
Feel free to browse the options below. The best way to learn more is by scheduling a complementary, no-strings-attached, 30-minute consultation! ​​
High School Success Package
Grades 9 & 10
Guides students to identify interests, develop experience, and utilize strengths to positively impact school and community.
Topics are tailored to each student's grade level, preparation, and motivation and may include:​
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Academic Course Selection
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Standardized Test Planning
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Strengths, Interests, and/or Aptitude Assessment
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Interest Exploration & Development
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College Major & Career Exploration
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Extracurricular & Leadership Enhancement
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Passion or Impact Project Development
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Summer & School Break Planning
​Our objective is to maximize opportunities available in high school to prepare the student for a successful -- that is, purposeful, fulfilling, and happy -- life after graduation.
Comprehensive College Planning
Grades 11-12
***BEST VALUE***
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Start-to-finish college search and application advising! Includes
College Search & List Building Package (see below)
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College Application Support Package (also below)
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The Comprehensive College Planning Bundle offers several enhancements, including:
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Advising on up to 10 college applications,
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Guidance with exploring and selecting intended majors & careers, and
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Preparation for admission interviews.
College Search & List Building Package
Grade 11
Support in creating a well-balanced list of colleges and universities where the student will thrive. This service includes:
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Guided exploration of student's unique academic, social, and financial criteria -- the factors that will make a college/university a good match for the student (and vice versa!)
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Evaluation of student's admissibility, as demonstrated by his/her high school transcript, standardized test scores, extracurricular engagement, and personal qualities
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List of 15-20 recommended colleges, based on student's criteria, fit factors, & admissibility
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College research instruction & coaching
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Support in finalizing a well-balanced college list of 8-10 schools where the student will thrive
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Personalized, data-rich organization system for identifying student's college criteria and preferences, sharing college data and admission information, tracking college research notes , and more!
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This package is best for students who feel comfortable managing the application process but feel overwhelmed by the number of college options, or are unsure of their admissibility at the colleges they are considering. This package does not include support with the application process beyond creation of the student's college list.
College Application Support Package
Grade 12
​​Expert advising on all components of up to five college applications, including
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Activities and Honors lists
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Personal Essay
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Supplemental essays
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Letters of recommendation
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Standardized test score submission
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Deferral and/or waitlist strategy
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Enrollment decision, and more!
Also includes personalized, data-rich organization system for planning and tracking application progress and completion.
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This package is best for students who have a predetermined list of colleges to which they are applying and does not include support with identifying, researching, or finalizing the student's college list. ​
A la carte Strategy Session
One-hour consultation tailored to your family's unique needs. ​Potential topics include:
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Q&A addressing student's specific academic/extracurricular profile or concerns about college
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Academic course selection and/or standardized test planning
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Extracurricular activity and/or leadership development
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Evaluation of student's admissibility for selected colleges/universities
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Application essay advising
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Professional review of completed college applications before submission
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Other topic(s) of your choosing!
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A la carte Strategy Sessions are offered on an as-available basis and may be bundled into five-hour advising blocks at a discounted rate. Please schedule a free initial consultation to discuss availability and pricing!
Classes, Workshops, & Presentations
Offered online and in person in Northeast Ohio.
Past topics include Application Essay Writing, Effective College Planning, College List Building, Common App Activities, and more.
Visit the Events page for information about upcoming events.
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Please reach out to express interest in future group sessions or to inquire about Jenny's availability to present at your school, workplace, or community organization!