Category Archives: Summer college prep

Jumpstart your Student’s H.S. & College Success!

This seminar has been rescheduled from August 19 to September 16.

Discover what students need to know to shine in high school and get accepted to their desired colleges in this one-time free seminar with Charlotte Klaar, Ph D, of Klaar College Consulting and Amy Haskell, MA, M.Ed. of Total Writing Enrichment.

- - Learn how great writing skills give students an advantage in high school, which can lead to success in college essays and admissions.
  - Find out what courses, activities, and skills are important to college admissions counselors.
  - Learn about the importance of finding a college that’s a good fit for you.
  - Get insights into teenage brains and tips on teaching your to be student independent.
September 16, 2021 6:30 PM
The Studios at Loom, 118 Academy St., Ft. Mill, SC 29715
Seats are limited. Register Now!

For more questions, contact [email protected] or [email protected]

Co-sponsored by The Studios at Loom

FREE Zoom session: College admissions in the coronavirus era

College Smarts is Ideal for Budget-Minded Students

Are you a parent or student who is interested in learning more about college admissions, but you need a cost effective alternative to personal consulting?

To give all families access to my deep knowledge and years of experience, I’ve launched “College Smarts.” This 5-module,on-line learning series will lead you through every step of the college applications and admissions process:

Finding the college that’s right for you. There may be some schools that are a very good fit for your student that you’ve overlooked.

2. Make your college visit count. With tuition costs for a four-year degree ranging from $93,600 to $185,200, you need to do a thorough job of visiting each school.3. Make your essay come alive and showcase your talents. A mediocre essay may not keep you from being accepted at a school, but an exceptional essay may get you admitted to a school that otherwise wouldn’t have accepted you.4. Craft a complete & accurate college application. It’s amazing how many applications have simple errors on them.5. Understand FAFSA and the complicated financial aid process.

So, why go through this complicated process alone, and worry:

If you’ve overlooked a college that would be a great fit
What you forget on the application
About a so-so essay
Which school is offering the best deal?

Each module is just $49 each, or all five modules for just $149 – a $249 value!

To purchase your College Smarts program, CLICK HERE

College Application Summer Training Camps

Does your student procrastinate? Are you concerned about their ability to get applications completed and essays written? Is it stressing you out and straining your relationship with your student?

Did you know that application errors may result in a rejection? It’s amazing how many students DO make mistakes!

Charlotte Klaar, PhD, Director of Klaar College Consulting, is offering these
College Application Summer Training Camps at The Studios at Loom, 120 Academy St., Ft. Mill, SC.

August 7 & 8 – 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

By the end of these sessions, your student will:
1. Have written the primary college essay and have it professionally edited (while maintaining the student’s voice and ideas).
2. Completed the Common Application and the activities resume.

Each session is limited to 10 students so that Dr. Klaar can give individual attention to each student. The cost for each 3-hour session is $150. All payments are due at enrollment. Registrations are limited so students can ask questions.

Interested? Email Dr. Klaar at [email protected]. Registrations are limited. Download flyer at right.

A Certified Educational Planner with 20-plus years of experience, Dr. Klaar is one of the nation’s top college consultants and has led hundreds of students to college success!

Five Steps You Should Take to Prep for College!

It’s summertime, and summer college prep may be the furthest thing from your mind. But even as you enjoy your summer break, you’d be wise to use this free time to your advantage.

If you’re a rising senior, be aware of the fact that September will come all too soon. And by the time school starts, you should have a final list of colleges, so you can begin your applications. This fall will be a busy time, with essays, letters of recommendations, college applications, etc.

By taking advantage of these long summer days, you can get a real jump start on your college application process! Here are some tips for maximizing your summer college prep:

Read

Reading will help keep your mind fresh and help build language skills. You don’t need to read classic English literature – popular young adult books will do the trick. And take a book on vacation with you!

Volunteer

Volunteer for an organization that you are interested in and passionate about. This is a great way to build your resume and to narrow down potential fields of interest.

Get a job

Earn some extra cash while taking on responsibility. Colleges like to see that you have responsibilities outside of your schoolwork.

Visit colleges

Make time to visit colleges you are interested in. Since school is not in session, summer may not be the most ideal time for college visits, but you can still get a feel for the place and visit again if necessary. Taking a family vacation? Plan to visit colleges along your way.

Think about what you want out of your college experience

Take time to think about what you want in a school, your interests, and what you would like to get out of your college experience. Long car rides to the beach are perfect for brainstorming.

Have a fun and meaningful summer!

Charlotte Klaar, Ph.D.

For more information about how Klaar College Consulting can help lead you to college success, call us at 301-834-6888 and visit the many resources available on this website.