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Young Exceptional Scholars aims to provide high quality and thoughtful guidance rooted in transparency and integrity. We believe that advising scholars using the same criteria applied by Ivy League institutions prepares them to be competitive and compelling candidates at any college they may ultimately choose to pursue. While these services do require an investment, each offering is intentionally designed to help families make informed decisions and realize meaningful savings over time, including the following areas.
Merit Based Scholarship Positioning
The work we do to elevate a scholar’s academic and extracurricular profile increases their likelihood of earning merit based scholarships, which are awarded based on achievement rather than household income.
Career and Major Alignment
When we explore potential career paths together, we examine every aspect of the field to reduce the likelihood of costly changes in majors during college that often result in lost credit hours and additional tuition, housing, and living expenses.
Financial Aid Guidance and Review
We also guide families through the FAFSA process with care and precision to help prevent errors that could negatively impact financial aid eligibility.
Finally, reviewing financial aid packages for unnecessary fees or submitting a thoughtful appeal can result in meaningful tuition reductions and substantial savings for your family.
Your time is valuable, and you deserve clarity and honesty from the very beginning. At Young Exceptional Scholars, it is our privilege to serve families with care, integrity, and a genuine commitment to each scholar’s long term success.
Explore the sections below to learn more about the guidance and opportunities available to our scholars.
College Pathway Package Options
College Pathway Package Options
Career Planning Packages
Career Planning Packages
College is not always the right path for every scholar. There are many excellent career paths available that have strong earning potential, hands‑on training, and clear opportunities for advancement without requiring a four‑year degree. From skilled trades and technology certifications to entrepreneurship and creative industries, students can build meaningful, successful futures by choosing the route that aligns with their strengths, interests, and long‑term goals.
Detailed descriptions of these services are provided in the Á La Carte section below.
Á La Carte Services, Descriptions, & Prices
Á La Carte Services, Descriptions, & Prices
Exploration & Foundation
Initial Assessment: Comprehensive starting point designed to understand each scholar’s unique goals, strengths, and current stage of readiness. Families leave with a personalized roadmap outlining priorities and strategic guidance to confidently move forward. $240
Leadership Development (best begun 7th-10th grade): Identification of possible leadership or internship opportunities, support enrolling in distinguished programs, and potential award nominations if applicable. $320 for 2 sessions ($160 per additional assessment)
Career Alignment Assessment (best begun 7th-10th grade): Evaluation of strengths, interests, and long-term career pathways. Includes a career assessment quiz, a pros & cons evaluation, and an overview of degrees/certifications required for 2 potential career choices. $240 ($120 per each additional assessment)
Academic & Extracurricular Strategy (best begun 7th-10th grade): A plan personalized to your passions and long-term goals which highlights academic achievement and meaningful involvement. $240 for the 1st session ($120 per additional assessment)
Personal Branding & Visibility
Social Media Presence Enhancement: Refinement of your social media platforms to create a compelling personal narrative and remove harmful content. $160 ($80 per additional annual assessment)
LinkedIn Optimization: Creation or enhancement of your LinkedIn profile to highlight achievements, goals, and professional identity. $160 ($80 per additional annual assessment)
Résumé & Personal Statement Development (best begun 7th-10th grade): Professional drafting and refinement of résumé materials and personal statements that convey authenticity, commitment and dedication. $320 ($120 per additional annual assessment)
Passion Project Strategy and Support (best begun 7th-10th grade): A deep-dive brainstorming session to design a Passion Project aligned with your personal narrative (1–2 hours), followed by a full project game plan (branding, goals, target audience, deliverables) and quarterly check-in sessions for continued support. $1,120
College Application Strategy
College Match Analysis (best begun 9th-10th grade): Customized college list aligned to match the scholar’s achievements, career goals, and personal preferences. Includes a report detailing the true cost of attendance (tuition, books, room & board, fees), application deadlines student population breakdown, acceptance/enrollment/waitlist rates, SAT/ACT & GPA requirements, and insights into what each admissions committee prioritizes during application review. $320 for up to 6 colleges
Essay Support: Guided brainstorming and structured writing assistance designed to articulate their experiences with depth and authenticity. Includes two rounds of editorial feedback. $320 per major essay topic of up to 1,200 words ($160 per supplemental essay of up to 600 words)
Interview Preparation: Coaching in techniques that build confidence, poise, and preparedness. Includes two mock interviews with constructive feedback. $320 ($160 per additional interview session)
Scholarship Guidance: Advice for identifying and pursuing scholarship opportunities, including analysis of whether your chosen college practices scholarship stacking or displacement. $240
Common App Integration (summer before 12th grade): Application setup and essay incorporation. Includes guidance on selecting the most impactful honors, awards, and leadership examples for the “Top 10” section, plus wording recommendations that fit the 150-character limit. Includes one follow-up edit. $320
Financial Readiness
FAFSA Support (fall of 12th grade): Guidance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application to prevent costly errors and avoid time delays. $320
Financial Aid Analysis (winter/spring of 12th grade): Review of financial aid award packages to identify opportunities for appeals or negotiations. Includes a professionally drafted appeal letter. $320
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