What We Offer

Comprehensive Guidance, Start to Finish.

Every service at Northbound Admissions is built around one goal: helping you craft an authentic, compelling application that reflects who you truly are.

One Student. One Consultant. One Focused Strategy.

Unlike large consulting firms that assign junior associates or rotate students between advisors, every Northbound student works directly with Ben — from the first consultation through the final submission. That means consistent guidance, honest feedback, and a strategy built entirely around you.

Services & Investment

An Investment in Your Future.

Every package includes direct, one-on-one access to Ben — no junior associates, no automated tools. Just focused, personalized guidance through one of the most important milestones of your academic journey.

Single School

$2,500

Comprehensive guidance for one dream school.

Perfect for students applying to one target school who want expert support through every step of the process — from strategy to final submission.

  • Initial admissions strategy consultation
  • College fit assessment
  • Comprehensive application timeline
  • Common Application guidance
  • Personal statement brainstorming and development
  • Unlimited revisions of the Common App essay
  • All supplemental essays for one college
  • Activities section optimization
  • Resume review
  • Interview preparation (if applicable)
  • Parent consultation
  • Final application review before submission
  • Unlimited email support throughout the engagement
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Three School

$5,000

Focused support across a curated list.

Comprehensive admissions coaching for students applying to a focused list of colleges — everything in the Single School package, extended across three institutions.

  • Everything in the Single School Package
  • Full application support for up to three colleges
  • All supplemental essays for each school
  • Personalized application strategy per institution
  • Ongoing one-on-one coaching sessions
  • Unlimited essay revisions
  • Unlimited meetings throughout the engagement
  • Continued parent support
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Ten School

$7,500

White-glove support for a full application cycle.

Our most comprehensive package — designed for students applying to a broad range of competitive colleges who want expert guidance at every stage of the admissions cycle.

  • Complete admissions strategy
  • School list development and refinement
  • Full Common Application guidance
  • Unlimited Common App essay revisions
  • All supplemental essays for up to ten colleges
  • Activities section optimization
  • Resume review
  • Interview preparation
  • Scholarship strategy
  • Financial aid guidance
  • Parent consultations
  • Final review of every application before submission
  • Unlimited meetings
  • Unlimited email support throughout the admissions cycle
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Hourly Consulting

$200per hour

Flexible support, exactly where you need it.

For students or families seeking targeted guidance on a specific part of the process — without committing to a full package.

  • College list development
  • Essay brainstorming
  • Essay review
  • Supplemental essay coaching
  • Activities section review
  • Resume review
  • Interview preparation
  • Scholarship strategy
  • Financial aid guidance
  • General admissions questions
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Complimentary

Complimentary Consultation

Every prospective family receives a free introductory consultation — no commitment, no pressure.

  • Learn about the student's goals and timeline
  • Discuss academic background and extracurricular profile
  • Identify strengths and areas of opportunity
  • Recommend the package that best fits the student's needs
  • Answer any questions about the admissions process
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What's Included

  • Full profile assessment (GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, goals)
  • Personalized application timeline and milestone planning
  • Positioning strategy to differentiate your application
  • Ongoing strategic guidance throughout the process
  • Regular check-ins to keep you on track

Ideal For

Students who want a clear, organized plan for the entire admissions process.

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What's Included

  • In-depth discussion of academic, social, and financial priorities
  • Research and analysis of 50+ schools based on your profile
  • Balanced list of reach, target, and likely schools
  • Guidance on school-specific strengths and culture
  • Ongoing list refinement as your priorities evolve

Ideal For

Students who feel overwhelmed by the number of options or unsure where to apply.

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What's Included

  • Brainstorming sessions to uncover your most compelling story
  • Topic selection guidance and outline development
  • Multiple rounds of detailed written feedback
  • Line-by-line editing for voice, clarity, and impact
  • Final polish and proofreading

Ideal For

Any student applying to college — the personal statement is required for nearly every application.

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What's Included

  • Review of all Common App sections (demographics, academics, activities, honors)
  • Consistency check across all components
  • Guidance on the Additional Information section
  • Final accuracy and completeness review
  • Submission checklist and walkthrough

Ideal For

Students who want a second set of expert eyes on their complete application before submitting.

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What's Included

  • Strategy for approaching each school's unique prompts
  • Brainstorming and outline development for each essay
  • Multiple rounds of feedback per essay
  • Guidance on demonstrating genuine school-specific interest
  • Final editing and proofreading

Ideal For

Students applying to schools with required supplemental essays (most selective colleges).

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What's Included

  • Review and analysis of all extracurricular activities
  • Strategic ordering to lead with your strongest activities
  • 150-character description writing and editing
  • Guidance on framing impact and leadership
  • Consistency with your overall application narrative

Ideal For

Students who want to make the most of their extracurricular profile, regardless of how 'impressive' it seems.

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What's Included

  • Resume structure and formatting guidance
  • Content development for academics, activities, and honors
  • Tailoring for college applications vs. scholarship applications
  • Review and editing for clarity and impact
  • Final formatting and proofreading

Ideal For

Students applying to schools that request a resume, or seeking scholarships that require one.

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What's Included

  • Overview of interview formats (alumni, admissions, peer)
  • Preparation for common and school-specific questions
  • Full mock interview session with detailed feedback
  • Guidance on body language, tone, and presence
  • Follow-up thank-you note coaching

Ideal For

Students who have been offered an interview at any college or university.

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What's Included

  • Scholarship research based on your profile and interests
  • Application strategy and prioritization
  • Essay coaching for scholarship-specific prompts
  • Review of scholarship applications and materials
  • Guidance on merit aid negotiation

Ideal For

Students seeking to reduce the cost of college through merit-based scholarships.

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What's Included

  • Overview of the financial aid process and timeline
  • FAFSA and CSS Profile guidance
  • Understanding and comparing financial aid award letters
  • Guidance on appealing financial aid decisions
  • Cost-of-attendance analysis across your school list

Ideal For

Families who want to understand the financial aid process and make informed college decisions.

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What's Included

  • Overview of the admissions process and timeline
  • Guidance on how to support your student effectively
  • Discussion of school list, costs, and financial aid
  • Alignment sessions with student and parent together
  • Ongoing availability for parent questions

Ideal For

Parents who want to stay informed and involved without overstepping — and students who want their parents on the same page.

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What's Included

  • Transfer strategy and school list development
  • Transfer essay coaching (Why Transfer? Why This School?)
  • Review of college transcript and academic narrative
  • Guidance on recommendation letters for transfer applicants
  • Full application review and submission support

Ideal For

Current college students who want to transfer to a different institution.

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What's Included

  • Full review of all application components
  • Detailed written feedback on essays and activities
  • Consistency and narrative coherence check
  • Final recommendations for improvement
  • Submission readiness assessment

Ideal For

Students who have completed most of their application and want expert feedback before submitting.

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The Process

How It Works

1

Free Consultation

We start with a complimentary 30-minute conversation to learn about you, your goals, and how Northbound can help. No commitment required.

2

Custom Strategy

Based on your profile and goals, we develop a personalized plan — including which services make the most sense for your situation.

3

Ongoing Collaboration

We work together through every step of the process — from building your school list to polishing your final essays — with Ben guiding you every step of the way.

4

Submission & Beyond

We review your final applications before submission and remain available to help you evaluate offers, financial aid, and next steps.

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Not Sure Where to Start?

Every student's situation is different. Schedule a free consultation and we'll talk through your specific needs, timeline, and goals — then recommend the services that make the most sense for you.