We help students identify colleges, develop applications and navigate the complex world of college admissions. We offer you the professional skills and knowledge that you need to understand the challenging college admissions process. We enable students to consider the colleges that are most appropriate, the places where they will find intellectual inspiration and where they can also flourish and grow.
Setting the Path
An important element in the college admission process is a student’s high school experience. Grades and test scores matter but other critical factors include challenging coursework, rich and relevant extra-curricular activities, and positive momentum in a number of areas as the student transitions from freshman to senior year.
Quest College Advisors will help you map out a clear high school to college plan that builds a solid foundation for the college admission process including:
- A review of the student transcript, high school course selections, and recommendations for standardized testing plans.
- Suggestions for meaningful summer and enrichment programs.
- Exploration of extra-curricular interests that help build valuable life skills.
Finding the Right Fit
Colleges have their own distinct personalities. Quest College Advisors will help the student discover his or her individuality and uncover what matters to find an appropriate college fit. This is accomplished by:
- Helping students confidently embrace and highlight their individuality.
- Encouraging students to be open to many possibilities and explore a variety of educational plans.
- Offering personalized guidance to help students identify potential colleges that best fit their unique strengths and interests.
- Guiding students to engage in thoughtful research to ensure they are making informed decisions.
Minimizing Stress
Planning for college can be one of the most exciting times in a young person’s life. It can also be overwhelming, confusing, and a cause of tension between parents and the student.
We help to minimize stress by:
- Creating a welcoming, positive environment and striving to make the process enjoyable and exciting.
- Encouraging students to take ownership of the process.
- Equipping students with tools to keep track of the application components and deadlines.
- Providing timely feedback to allow students to make progress on applications.
- Helping students highlight what matters in his or her college essays to be sure they reflect their strengths and interests in a unique way.
