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If a = help, and b = Fulcrum, and a = b, then help = Fulcrum It’s a bold statement, but the desire to guide families like yours through this challenging and sometimes messy process is exactly why Fulcrum Educational Planning exists. We sort through the media hype and toss out the clutter that has become the college admissions process. We know campuses, majors, careers and this wonderful, magical thing called college. But the most important ingredient in this process is you, the student. Your dreams, goals, talents, fears and even those hidden ambitions are what will guide us to a great fit. We’re a guide, a mentor, a coach, a teacher, a planner, a rational thinker, a tireless researcher, a willing companion on a roller-coaster ride and sometimes even a calm voice in a sea of squabble. How we help Student Profile Services Analysis of high school transcript and current extra-curricular involvement, survey of interests and strengths; student/parent(s) preferences and identification of potential challenge and opportunity areas. Forward Planning Phase Goal-setting exercises for HS/college/career; decision-making tools; exploration of possible extra-curricular and employment opportunities; ACT/SAT strategies. “Great Fit” List-Building Development and presentation of starter list (5-7 schools); Research, analysis and presentation of 15-20 appropriate schools by location, size, demographics, environment, and majors; development of mid-point list of 8-10; narrowing of field to 3-5 “great fit” schools. College Expense Planning Analysis of current financial situation and determination of financial aid strategies. Application Process Advice Essay coaching; campus visit planning and coaching; application preparation and advisement (Early Action, Early Decision); portfolio and resume development. Smart-Start Guidance Post-graduation planning and success strategies for freshman year. Takes the student through their first semester at their college of choice and gives them a solid foundation for success. All work is guaranteed 100%.
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