Evaluate curriculum; make sure students are taking appropriate and rigorous courses, depending on their academic skills

Help students create distinctive extracurricular activities

Develop and finalize a college list

Brainstorm essay ideas and review essay drafts

Emphasize what makes a student stand out

Determine which teachers to ask for recommendations and how to ask

Practice questions and responses in advance of on campus, in person, or remote interviews

As needed, provide introductions to well-regarded tutors

Propose ideas for engaging summer plans

Develop deferral and waitlist strategies