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
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A 3-session package designed for 10th grade students providing guidance in the following areas: ​
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Basics of College Admissions
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High school course selection and curriculum guidance
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Self exploration assessment
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Activity advising and summer planning
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College awareness and research tools
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Basics of College Admissions
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High school course selection and curriculum guidance
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Self exploration assessment
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Activity advising and summer planning
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College awareness and research tools
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Organizational tools & timelines
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Standardized Testing Overview
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Balanced college List based on goals & interests
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Essay & Application Guidance
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Assessment of college acceptances
12th grade
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A faster paced package for students starting in 12th grade providing guidance in the following areas:
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Basics of College Admissions
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Self exploration assessment
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Transcript & activity list review
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College awareness and research tools
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Organizational tools & timelines
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Standardized Testing review
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Balanced college List based on goals & interests
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Essay & Application Guidance
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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.