Univarsity Bootcamp

For rising seniors who are not working with us comprehensively but want to get a jump start on college applications before school starts, we offer a small group workshop in August. The Boot Camp includes six hours on Zoom over three days, plus pre-work and homework. We will work on the personal statement, the Common App and an additional application (UC, CSU, etc.), the activities list, and the UC PIQs or other supplemental essays. There will also be time for questions. Complete the Boot Camp Interest Form or call us for more information!


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We work with students comprehensively to manage the entire college search and application process:

  • Individual UniVarsity Student Portal to organize the college search and application process
  • Help students understand how colleges evaluate applications and how they can strengthen their applications
  • Discuss financial criteria with families and tailor college recommendations accordingly
  • Advise on course selection based on the student’s academic record and goals
  • Suggest extracurricular activities, summer programs, community service, and work experiences that will help students articulate their interests and their fit for colleges
  • Help with summer program applications, including essays
  • Develop a standardized testing plan
  • Administer personality and learning-style assessments and an optional interest and aptitude assessment to guide conversations about college criteria
  • Teach students to research colleges with a focus on the qualities that matter to them
  • Create an initial list of target colleges according to academic, social, geographic, and financial fit, and according to athletic opportunity, if applicable
  • Suggest colleges to visit and other ways to learn about colleges and demonstrate interest
  • Prepare students for admissions and coach interviews, including mock interviews
  • Guide contact with college coaches (phone calls, letters, showcase tournaments, clinics, etc.), if applicable
  • Finalize a balanced list of likely, target, and reach schools
  • Compile general and athletic resumes and help students write effective descriptions of their activities
  • Keep students on track with reminders and create “to-dos” with deadlines for action items
  • Comprehensive essay brainstorming, feedback, and final editing
  • Review applications for accuracy, cohesiveness, and overall impression
  • Discuss college choices and financial offers
  • Communicate regularly with students via texting through the Portal and unlimited Zoom meetings
  • Send summaries of all meetings to students and parents
  • Email, phone, and texting support for parents, as needed