College Admissions Consulting
for curious, passionate, and driven high schoolers
Our clients have been admitted to Harvard, Yale, USC, MIT, Stanford, U.Chicago, UC Berkeley, UCLA, to name a few.
We understand that every high schooler is unique. We work one-on-one with them to truly understand who they are, map out their aspirations, and help them bring out the best of themselves in the application process.
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You are here because you are feeling:
Overwhelmed by so much information and so many to-do’s that you don’t know how to navigate the process
Stressed out by the demands of high school academics, extracurriculars, SAT/ACT testing, summer activities, and not knowing if your are spending your time on the right things
Anxious about standing out in an overly competitive market and that despite all your efforts, you still might not land at your target schools
If so, you are in the right place. At Ivy Advisors, our coaches help overwhelmed high school students refine their vision, passions, and interests, and bring them together throughout their application journey.
Work with us
We accept students anywhere from 8th to 12th grade. Together, we design a package that best suits your needs. Our services include:
Choosing High School Courses - More colleges and universities are waiving SAT/ACT requirements, which means that your academic work is more important now than ever. We help you carefully plan your AP, IB, honors, and elective classes throughout high school.
Strategizing your summers - Whether it’s an internship, volunteer opportunity, travel, or summer camp, we help you figure out how to best spend your summers while staying true to your passions and intentions.
Planning Extracurricular Opportunities - Acceptance rates are declining. Standing out through your extracurriculars requires smart planning. We specialize in helping applicants discover their passions while making a positive impact on their community.
Crafting a Unique Personal Brand - If you don't know how to stand out amongst your competition, worry no more! Work with us to craft an authentic personal brand that stands out from your peers
Selecting and Studying for Standardized Tests - SAT? ACT? We help you decide based on your strengths, and we set you on a path to success with helpful study resources.
Creating Your College List - We combine our expansive knowledge of US and international schools with your goals and desires to create the perfect college application list, tailored just for you.
Essay Writing and Editing - We collaborate with you to craft a persuasive and compelling narrative that stands out in the college admissions landscape.
Completing Your Applications - If your applications require an interview, a letter of recommendation, or any additional component, we’ve got you covered! Our expert coaches will help you take your application across the finish line.
UC & Common App Packages
If you are a junior or senior who needs help ideating, crafting, and editing college application essays, then this is the right place for you. We use our proven methodology, intellectual capital, and curated examples to help high schoolers craft powerful and engaging stories.
Scope includes from brainstorming to final version, online and offline, regardless of how many hours it takes us to get there.
Common App Essays Package - $4800
UC Essays Package - $3900
Hourly Services
$380 per hour
Not sure about a package? Want more targeted help? Book a few hours with us. Whether it be discussing extracurriculars, completing your supplemental essays, or preparing for interviews, we’re here to offer tailor-made support!
Please Note
There is a two hour minimum on the hourly service.
All hours must be used within one year of the purchase date.
Hours spent on the phone and offline reviewing documents are both tracked.
To work with our founder, Lulu Curiel, the hourly rate is $550 per hour, and there is a 20% premium for packages.
Payment is required before starting any service.
There are no refunds for unused hours. Please only purchase what you need.
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“Thank you for your help. I was admitted to Yale! I didn’t think this was possible. I had little knowledge about how to apply to any university or how to write my essays. Even though my stats were below average, I got into the university of my dreams. Thank you!”
— Yale admit