The problem

Today's college admissions process is harder than ever before. Many students struggle to figure out what to focus on in high school, and even more have a hard time telling their story when the time comes.

01
The conversation

I begin with a private call. My goal is to understand your student in order to develop a strategic plan based on their needs.

02
The execution

I will work with your student to execute on the plan. They will have 24/7 access to me for questions as they run into obstacles.

03
The narrative

Whether we've worked together from the start or your student is a rising senior, I will help develop a cohesive narrative for the application. This may include essays, activity framing, and more.

04
The submission

I will review the final application before it is sent to universities. It must be unique. It must be memorable. It must maximize their chance of being admitted.

Although I am based in the Dallas Fort Worth area, I work with clients across the country. I still have limited remaining slots for candidates applying in the 2026/2027 cycle.

01College Prep Counseling
9th Grade
Develop a custom 4-year high school plan aligned with goals and interests
Guide course selection to balance rigor and relevance
Advise on extracurricular activities
Ensure community service and leadership opportunities are planned early on
Identify relevant competitions and programs
Build strong time management and study habits
10th Grade
Adjust the strategic plan as the student changes
Revise curriculum in academic plan
Develop a standardized testing strategy and timeline
Create a prospective college list
Introduce shadowing and internship opportunities
11th Grade
Further tweak the custom strategic plan
Finalize strong coursework plan
Create a college visit schedule
Complete standardized testing
Finalize resume
Begin filtering colleges
Ensure leadership opportunities are pursued
Participate in a pre-professional activity
Maintain community service
12th Grade
Finalize early applications by mid-November
Submit FAFSA and CSS profile within 45 day window
Maintain high academic performance
Send in regular decision applications and essays
Arrange interviews with colleges (where available)
Commit to selected college by April 25th
Withdraw other applications
02Passion Project Building

A passion project is a special component of an application. I help brainstorm the right idea, create a list of actionables, execute upon them, and frame it within the application in a way that makes the student truly memorable.

03Essay and Application Narrative Coaching
Extract out the profile theme
Frame the activity & honors list in a well-thought out manner
Brainstorm and write the personal statement
Brainstorm and write the supplemental essays
Modify existing essays for scholarships
Craft an effective waitlist/deferral letter to maximize chance of acceptance

Spots for the
2026–27 cycle
are filling up.

Request a call with Saketh today

All inquiries are held in complete confidence. Saketh responds personally within 48 hours.