College Students

Academic Coaching For College Students

Many, many students sail out of high school and their parents’ structure only to find the freedom of college a HUGE SHOCK. It is such a hard transition: freedom, choices, unscheduled time, loneliness. Students come to us with low grades, academic probation, budgeting disasters, low confidence and even disciplinary actions. We support students through goal setting, structure, frequent contact, and accountability.

Academic Coaching begins with a detailed client intake meeting. Together, we examine the student’s learning styles, work habits, and barriers to success. Our Academic Coaches have weekly virtual review and planning meetings to set up a seven-day plan.

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Regular Contact: Regular check-ins help our college students stay on track between meetings.

  • Text Message
  • Email
  • Phone

Weekly Meetings: One hour per week meeting in person or by telephone, FaceTime, Zoom, etc.

  • Current concerns
  • Weekly plans for success
  • Academic progress
  • Calendar issues
  • Making choices
  • Daily and weekly goal setting to meet long-term goals

College Transfer Coaching

Transfer students come in different sizes and shapes. Some are miserable at their current institution and need to discuss both transfer options and brainstorm the possibility of staying and flourishing at their current college. These students join in a collaborative discussion to better understand their situations and consider several alternatives. Others are returning to college after a hiatus, and still others are looking to take the step from community college. We will bring our proprietary matching and counseling services to help you determine your next move whether it be to a new school or to a new outlook on your current school.

Program Length: The full-service package includes up to 20 hours of service for the duration of the process. The a la carte option allows the student to choose the services needed. Generally, the process is less than three months.

Optimal Start: Prior to the beginning of the final semester at the current college. Admission deadlines for transfer students are university specific.

Cost:

  • $4,000 for the 20-hour College Transfer Admissions Package
  • $275 per hour for a la carte services
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College Coaching workshop

College Student Support Services

Many times, before a student hits the transfer button, they hit bottom. Our College Student Support Services lives up to its name. We are here to listen and we have heard it ALL, from “I HATE this school,” to “I have NO friends here,” to “I got arrested for smoking marijuana,” to “I have been suspended for next semester,” to “I thought I had enough time left to fix my grades.” Once it is all out on the table, we evaluate options, problem solve, and come up with solutions. Solutions often include Professional Tutoring intervening with the college to pave the way back to good standing.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do we need College Coaching?

College is a major life transition for teenagers as well as their parents. There are many variables that come into play, the vast number of schools, the exams and applications, tuition and of course the students themselves. With over 25 years of experience and a nationally published resource, Professional Tutoring’s College Coaching program can guide students as well as the parents through this transition optimizing options while catering to the student’s needs.

Isn’t College Coaching only for high achieving students going to Ivy League or big name universities?

No! The goal of college coaching is to set up your student, no matter what kind of student they are, to achieve success in the college that is going to be the best fit for them.

Can you guarantee my child will get into college?

All of the students that have successfully completed our coaching program(s) have been accepted to a college or university. While this is not a guarantee, we are very proud of our success rate! In 2020, 100% of our students were accepted into college. Our students submitted 286 applications to colleges and had a 79% acceptance rate.

My child does not test well (SAT/ACT), will this program help?

There are no “perfect” students. We work with the student to maximize their strengths and coach options for developmental opportunities. In addition, we encourage you to check out our SAT/ACT programs.

My child does not have the best grades, can this program help?

Definitely! Most of our students do not have perfect GPAs. We work with the student to maximize their strengths and coach options for developmental opportunities.

Should we apply to public in-state schools only?

College Coaching will assist you in selecting the schools that are the best fit for your student. All aspects are taken into consideration: majors, tuition, the school’s reputation as well as location. Often times out-of-state schools are comparable to the in-state schools, especially once available scholarship money is factored in.

Am I too late to apply?

If you are contacting us before the college application deadlines, then you are not too late. Application deadlines vary from as early as October 15 for extremely competitive programs and extend until August 1 in some cases. College application deadlines are specific to each institution.

Are parents included in this process?

Parents are involved by attending the Initial Consultation meeting with their child, attending certain workshops and assisting their child by reviewing much of their material.

My child has Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), is this program right for him/her?

Our hands-on and one-on-one approach are very beneficial to students with ADD.

My child is Learning Disabled (LD), is this program right for him/her?

Many students with learning disabilities, including students with Asperger’s Syndrome, have benefited from our program. We discuss each case with parents ahead of time to make sure that we will be the right match.

Do you take out-of-state students?

Yes, we have several students who are not local to the Northern Virginia area; these include DOD/Military and State Department students as well as clients who find us through word-of-mouth or the Internet.

Do I have to commit to a specific program now?

No, but space is limited and our slots tend to fill up very quickly, so if you are considering purchasing a package we recommend that you do so as soon as possible. If you need help selecting the best package for your family’s and student’s needs, please contact us by email or call for a free 15-minute phone consultation.

How do I register?

Please contact us and fill out the registration form.