Thrive
WHILE YOU EXPLORE
In the time that remains before your student leaves the nest, find calm around the dinner table & more understanding.
I’m here to support you in creating more of those moments once again.
Too often families jump into the college search process without a strategic plan or guidance on how to work the process so that it’s less stressful, manageable, and intentional.
Why Work With A Search & Admissions Coach?
—One-on-one continuous guidance & mentorship
—Reduce stress & anxiety for both students and parents
—Apply only to schools that truly make sense for you
—Learn how to set yourself apart from a pool of applicants
—Insider perspective on the college application processes
—Exclusive online support & college selection resources
— Competition increases each year, while acceptance rates continue to drop
—Experience as Former Admissions School of Music at University of Colorado
—Peace of mind that comes from having dedicated support for a high-stakes decision
—Mentor & partner in accountability, to keep you feeling motivated and challenged in your pursuit of your dream school experience
Self-Guided Student Support
This email subscription, allows access to step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process, to clarify why you’re doing certain tasks, how to do them, and supportive insider context to understand what admissions and guidance counselors are actually saying and expecting.
This is the most comprehensive, affordable, and supportive option to get your bearings around this overwhelming process and know where you stand. YOU CAN THRIVE with this intentional support so you can flow through your Senior Year! Let me guide you and alleviate the stress of finding your aligned next step.
Monthly Guardian Email
Additional support in your inbox. This offering is an optional email intended for the parents or guardians of the student. In this communication, I’ll share a heads up for the task list coming your students’ way, suggested ways to set them up for success, and conversation prompts to keep the college search fun and positive for the whole family.
This is an additional $25 monthly subscription and ONLY available to those with a student email subscription. One subscription will allow two email addresses - intended for two parents or guardians.
A La Carte Offerings
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These emails are intended to help you to understand where you are in the search/application cycle, what you should be doing, and some resources as to how to do it. In my opinion, this is the BEST non-packaged way to get guidance.
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Book a call to talk about where you are in the college search/application process and we can go over which package or combination of a la cart services will best support you moving forward.
Email veronica@wayshower.consulting to pay and schedule.
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Maybe you have a package, but need additional time with me or perhaps you’re not part of a larger support package, but you feel an hour or two of guided conversation will get you to where you want to be in the college process. I can answer questions ranging from how to strategize your application process to setting up campus visits to understanding your award letter post-admission.
Email veronica@wayshower.consulting to pay and schedule.
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I will review what you’ve written and offer my feedback/direction based on my own decade of experience reviewing university applications/essays across all disciplines.
Email veronica@wayshower.consulting to pay and schedule.
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You send me your application, letters of rec, and transcripts. I review them and send back questions.
You review the questions and prepare responses.
We meet for a 60 minute mock interview and you get feedback/coaching on your responses.
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Participate in a collaborative process to identify up to 20 college campuses that may be a good fit for you based on your academic performance, budget, anticipated discipline, and desired characteristics.
Includes: Survey to collect your information, 30 min meeting, your campus feedback, 45 minute meeting an adjusted list.
“Hiring a consultant can additionally help reduce the tension that can arise between parents and children by bringing in someone from outside the family structure who can objectively help with the process.” Parents
Senior Support Packages
These packages are available for sign up May 1- October 15. If you’re interested in support after October 15, I encourage you to sign up for the monthly emails or a la carte offerings.
Notice there’s payment options and the option to pay in full. If you’d like to choose payments, you may proceed to check out in the store. I’ll be in touch within 48 hours to set up our first meeting. If you’d like to pay in full, please reach out to veronica@wayshower.consulting to discuss and make payment arrangements with me.
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10 hours of Virtual Strategy Sessions: We will talk about majors/double majors, minors, university structure, how to build a college application strategy, feedback on academic profile, understanding award letters, advice on structuring campus visit, etc)
1 hour College Essay Support: I will review what you’ve written and talk about developing ideas, how it reads and suggestions to edit.
Monthly emails: These will include college & scholarship application to-do lists and support tools
Investment: Pay in full: $1775
Monthly Payments: $1975 ($219.44/month for 9 months)
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20 hours of Virtual Strategy Sessions: We will talk about majors/double majors, minors, university structure, how to build a college application strategy, feedback on academic profile, understanding award letters, advice on structuring campus visit, etc)
3 hours College Essay Support: I will review what you’ve written and talk about developing ideas, how it reads and suggestions to edit.
Monthly emails: These will include college & scholarship application to-do lists and support tools
Investment: Pay in full: $3375
Monthly Payments: $3675 ($408.33/month for 9 months)
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20 hours Virtual Strategy Sessions: We will talk about majors/double majors, minors, university structure, how to build a college application strategy, feedback on academic profile, understanding award letters, advice on structuring campus visit, setting up lessons & communicating with faculty, etc)
3 hours College Essay Support: I will review what you’ve written and talk about developing ideas, how it reads and suggestions to edit.
Monthly emails: These will include college & scholarship application to-do lists and support tools
Investment: Pay in full: $3775
Monthly Payments: $3975 ($441.66/month for 9 months)
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I will support you as you write up to 3 application essays up to 500 words each. This will be done virtually via GoogleDocs over the course of 3 total hours.
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If the packages listed feel like too much or not enough support, then we can work together to build a custom package based on the A La Carte options.
Email veronica@wayshower.consulting to set up.
"The beauty of working with any kind of independent college consultant is that there's no agenda…It's really less about colleges and more about the kid. It's really an opportunity for self-discovery."
-Alison Forbes, independent college consultant and founder of Forbes College Consulting.
Junior Support Packages
These packages are available for sign up May 1 -January 15. If you’re interested in support after January 15, then I encourage you to sign up for the monthly emails.
Notice there’s payment options and the option to pay in full. If you’d like to choose payments, you may proceed to check out in the store. I’ll be in touch within 48 hours to set up our first meeting. If you’d like to pay in full, please reach out to veronica@wayshower.consulting to discuss and make payment arrangements with me.
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Monthly to-do Email: February-July. This is designed to keep you on track so you’re ready to jump into submitting applications your senior year.
6 virtual Strategy Sessions (1 hr/session): We will talk about majors, university structure, how to build a college search strategy, feedback on academic profile, how to understand award letters, advice on structuring campus visit, etc)
Investment:
Paid in full: $999
Payments: $1200 ($171.43/month for 7 months) -
Monthly to-do Email starting February of junior year. This is designed to keep you on track and prepared to submit applications fall of your senior year.
12 Virtual Strategy Sessions (1 hr/session): We will talk about majors, university structure, how to build a college search strategy, feedback on academic profile, how to understand award letters, advice on structuring campus visit, etc.
Investment:
Paid in full: $1999Monthly Payments: $2300 ($328.58/month for 7 months)
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Monthly to-do Email: Starting February of junior year, this is designed to keep you on track so that you’re ready to audition and apply fall of your senior year.
12 Virtual Strategy Sessions (1 hr/session): We will talk about majors, university structures, how to build a college search strategy, feedback on academic profile, how to understand award letters, advice on structuring campus visit, setting up lessons & interacting with faculty, etc)
Investment:
Paid in full: $2300 paid in fullMonthly Payments: $2700 ($385.71/month for 7 months)
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If the packages listed feel like too much or not enough support, then we can work together to build a custom package based on the A La Carte options.
Email veronica@wayshower.consulting to set up.
"Students need a fair amount of guidance to successfully navigate this complex and increasingly competitive process. School counselors are an excellent resource but, unfortunately, in many instances, they're stretched thin beyond their control."
- Bari Norman, Ph.D, former admissions officer at Barnard College of Columbia University and certified educational planner at Expert Admissions.
Transfer Support Packages
These packages are available for registration May 1- January 1. If you’re interested in support after January 1, then I encourage you to explore the A La Carte Options.
Notice there are payment options and the option to pay in full. If you’d like to choose payments, you may proceed to check out in the store. I’ll be in touch within 48 hours to set up our first meeting. If you’d like to pay in full, please reach out to veronica@wayshower.consulting to arrangement with me.
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Monthly to-do Email: This is designed to keep you on track so you’re ready to apply and submit materials for early deadlines.
3 virtual Strategy Sessions (1 hr/session): We will talk about majors, university structure, transferring credits and degree progress, feedback on academic profile, etc.
Investment:
Paid in full: $600
Payments: $ 750 ($250/month for 3 months) -
Monthly to-do Email This is designed to keep you on track and prepared to submit applications for early transfer deadlines
6 Virtual Strategy Sessions (1 hr/session): We will talk about majors, university structure, transferring credits and degree progress, feedback on academic profile, etc.
Investment:
Paid in full: $900Monthly Payments: $1100 ($366.66/month for 3 months)
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Monthly to-do Email This is designed to keep you on track and prepared to submit applications for early transfer deadlines
6 Virtual Strategy Sessions (1 hr/session): We will talk about majors, university structure, transferring credits and degree progress, feedback on academic profile, setting up lessons & interacting with faculty, etc)
Investment:
Paid in full: $1100 paid in fullMonthly Payments: $1300 ($433.33/month for 3 months)
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If the packages listed feel like too much or not enough support, then we can work together to build a custom package based on the A La Carte options.
Email veronica@wayshower.consulting to set up.
“Veronica was incredibly helpful while our daughter Caroline was applying to CU Boulder's competitive musical theater program. She helped us tremendously during the application process.
Patient and knowledgeable, Veronica offered untiring support to this anxious family. Veronica explained the process clearly and supported us with our endless questions. She never made us feel like we were bothering her or that our questions or concerns were trivial. She held our hand through the entire, nerve-wracking process.
The college application process is fraught with confusion, can be overwhelming, and can lead to challenging emotions between parent and teen. Veronica navigates all of it with ease, allaying concerns of both student and parent. I highly recommend using Veronica's consulting service-she's as wonderful as one can imagine. I can't express how grateful we are to her for making the application process as seamless as it can be. She's worth every penny!”
—Nicole Dewell, MA
