Comprehensive Advising
Our comprehensive grade-level advising packages offer a cohesive curriculum that builds upon itself each year to maximize student potential, college awareness, and preparation. The long-term relationship built between advisor and student fosters self-awareness and confidence. Families who choose this path have increased access to one-on-one support, planning resources, and priority scheduling.
When to start is a personal choice for each family, but we’ve developed an approach and curriculum that will benefit any student willing to engage. We recommend that students start freshman year or the beginning of sophomore year. Our curriculum is layered, so the later a student starts, the harder it is to squeeze in important college advising elements, capitalize on grade-level-based opportunities, build a multi-year authentic profile, and maximize advising quality.
What’s Included In Our Program
Advising Availability
8th (Class of 2029) - Available; schedule consult
9th (Class of 2028) - Available; schedule consult
10th (Class of 2027) - Roster full
11th (Class of 2026) - Roster full (see Senior Summer Workshop page for app & essay guidance)
12th (Class of 2025) - We’re so proud of you!
Comprehensive Package Details
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Topics
Course selection
Extracurriculars
Summer programs
Enrichment resources
College fit preferences
Study habits
Independence coaching
SAT/ACT testing
We Provide
TWO one-on-one student sessions (1 hour each)
Detailed session recaps for parent & student
Seasonal parent webinars
Planning & tracking hub
Counselor access (text/email/phone) for parent & student
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FRESHMAN PACKAGE - $800
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Topics
Course selection
Extracurriculars
Summer programs
Enrichment resources
College fit preferences
Study habits
Independence coaching
SAT/ACT testing
Strength & interest assessments
Major & career fit
College tours
College & program research
College list
Resume
We Provide
FOUR one-on-one student sessions (1 hour each)
Detailed session recaps for parent & student
Custom program and college research
Assessment-based report for recommended majors & careers
Seasonal parent webinars
Planning & tracking hub
Counselor access (text/email/phone) for parent & student
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SOPHOMORE PACKAGE - $2,000
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Topics
Course selection
Extracurriculars
Summer programs
Enrichment resources
College fit preferences
Study habits
Independence coaching
SAT/ACT testing
Strength & interest assessments
Major & career fit
College tours
College & program research
College list
Resume
Recommendation letters
Demonstrated interest
Financial aid & scholarships
Final college list evaluation (personalized, refined, and balanced for odds of admission)
We Provide
FIVE one-on-one student sessions (1 hour each)
Detailed session recaps for parent & student
Custom program and college research
Access to College Kickstart - powerful software tool providing a student’s odds of admission based on their academic qualifications and current data
Assessment-based report for recommended majors & careers
Seasonal parent webinars
Planning & tracking hub
Counselor access (text/email/phone) for parent & student
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JUNIOR PACKAGE - $2,500
Condensed Package Options Available (See A La Carte Page)
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To accommodate a variety of student needs, CMCA offers three different senior packages. Consider the following factors when choosing:
Number and selectivity of colleges applying to
Total number of required essays
Student writing ability
Student follow-through on CMCA assignments
Whose eyes review applications before final submission (advisor vs. student)
Topics Covered (Depending on Package)
College list evaluation
Application & essay workshop
Personal essay
Additional college essays
Activities & honors descriptions
Test score submission (when/how to report)
Transcript submission
Resume
Application guidance
Timeline & deadline management
Recommendation letters
Demonstrated interest
Interview coaching
Financial aid & scholarships
Final application walkthrough
Spring college offer guidance