Independent Educational Consultant & College Advisory
College admissions has never been more complicated or more personal. Oak & Ivy works with your family to build an individual roadmap, create a college list based on fit, guide students through the application process, or simply provide answers to your questions.
Why Families Choose Us
We look to complement school counselors by providing personalized guidance and support for your child. Here's what a partnership with our team looks like:
Meet Your College Advisory Team →We manage the deadlines, checklists, and details of college admissions so your student can focus on being a strong applicant and this work doesn't fall to you as the parent.
We look past rankings to match your student with colleges that fit on every level — size, location, campus culture, cost, and selectivity — not just name recognition.
From freshman course selection to the final "submit" button, your family always knows the next step, and why it matters.
Our only job is helping your student find and get into schools that truly fit, academically, socially, and financially.
A Roadmap for Every Stage
College advisory looks different freshman year than it does at 17. Our approach grows with your student, one milestone at a time.
It's never too early to get started. Freshman or sophomore year is the ideal, low-pressure window to do it. We help students explore genuine interests, choose a course load that challenges without overwhelming, and start building a profile that tells an authentic story.
Junior year is the pivot point. We help your student refine their college list, plan meaningful test prep and campus visits, review early application deadlines, and turn three years of groundwork into a focused, well-supported plan for senior year.
Senior year moves fast. We keep every deadline, essay draft, and test score organized and on track. We want your family to experience this milestone with confidence instead of chaos, all the way through committing to your school by decision day.
Our College Consulting Services
A personalized, multi-year plan covering academics, activities, and testing.
Learn moreHands-on guidance through the Common App, deadlines, and every requirement.
Learn moreA balanced, good-fit college list built around size, location, culture, cost, and selectivity.
Learn moreStrategic test planning and prep that fits your student's schedule and goals.
Learn moreUnderstanding real costs, financial aid offers, and scholarship opportunities.
Learn moreWe are here so every family gets the support they need, making sure their student's story is told well, and their path forward is clear.
Ann Kidd, Founder, Oak & Ivy College ConsultingCommitted to Professional Excellence
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Book a complimentary consultation and see how independent college advisory can bring clarity and confidence to your family's next chapter.