A Personalized Path to Your Best-Fit College
• Personalized and Supportive Approach: Lora emphasizes building strong relationships with students and parents, acting as an “expert friend” to create a collaborative and less stressful process.
• Expertise with Diverse Student Needs: She works with students of all interests and goals, with a particular passion for those seeking non-traditional learning experiences, innovative liberal arts schools, or considering a gap year. She also has experience working with students who have learning differences or mental/physical health challenges, helping them find colleges that offer appropriate support.
• Strong Essay Coaching: Leveraging her background as a professional writer and creative writing teacher, Lora excels at helping students uncover their unique stories and craft compelling personal statements and supplemental essays that genuinely reflect their voice.
• Holistic Educational Planning: Beyond college admissions, she offers creative educational planning, including gap year and internship design, and summer/extracurricular program planning.
• Extensive Experience: With a background as a teacher and principal at a charter school, Lora brings a deep understanding of academic development and educational pathways.
• Up-to-Date Knowledge: She stays current with admissions trends through regular college visits and professional development
Comprehensive Support for Every Step
Lora Lewis College Counseling provides a full suite of services tailored to individual student needs:
• Comprehensive College Admissions Counseling: Guiding students through every step of the admissions process, from initial planning to final college selection.
• Admissions Essay Development and Revision: Intensive coaching to help students brainstorm, write, and refine authentic and powerful essays for various applications (Common App, UC, etc.).
• Exploring Future Pathways: Engaging students in activities and mentoring to discover possible majors and careers that align with their interests.
• High School Planning: Developing plans for coursework, extracurricular activities, and testing timelines.
• Gap Year/Internship Design: Specialized support for students interested in taking a gap year or pursuing internships.
• Application Support & Interview Coaching: Assistance with completing applications accurately and preparing for college interviews.
Ideal Clients for Lora Lewis College Counseling: Who Benefits Most?
Lora Lewis College Counseling is an excellent fit for:
• Families seeking a highly personalized and supportive relationship with their college counselor, viewing the process as a collaborative journey.
• Students who are exploring non-traditional college experiences, such as small, innovative liberal arts schools, or who are considering a gap year.
• Students who may need extra support in finding their voice for essays and crafting compelling personal narratives.
• Families who value a “best fit” approach that prioritizes the student’s well-being and aligns their personality, learning style, and aspirations with college options.
• Families with students who have learning differences or unique needs, as Lora has specialized experience in finding supportive college environments for these students.
• Families looking for affordable services. Her comprehensive package prices indicate a premium service designed for families making a significant investment in their children’s education.
