services
Our goal is to help students find joy in the college admissions experience. Beginning with the basics of college admissions to a final college decision, we guide our students through a multi-step process resulting in a well researched & balanced college list to match their interests and goals, and ultimately a confident final college decision.
Hawthorn College Advisors uses industry recognized software with an online dashboard that students can access 24/7. We provide the following packages based on a student’s current grade level:
10th grade
A 3-session package designed for 10th grade students providing guidance in the following areas:
Basics of College Admissions
High school course selection and curriculum guidance
Self exploration assessment
Activity advising and summer planning
College awareness and research tools
Basics of College Admissions
High school course selection and curriculum guidance
Self exploration assessment
Activity advising and summer planning
College awareness and research tools
Organizational tools & timelines
Standardized Testing Overview
Balanced college List based on goals & interests
Essay & Application Guidance
Assessment of college acceptances
12th grade
A faster paced package for students starting in 12th grade providing guidance in the following areas:
Basics of College Admissions
Self exploration assessment
Transcript & activity list review
College awareness and research tools
Organizational tools & timelines
Standardized Testing review
Balanced college List based on goals & interests
Essay & Application Guidance
Assessment of college acceptances
* For 9th grade students, we are happy to schedule a one hour consultation providing an overview of our services and timelines, however we feel 9th grade is primarily a year for students to explore activities and interests while adapting to life in high school.