College Counseling
Essay Help
Arts College Admissions Coaching
CurtisE Learning clients consistently gain admission to their top-choice schools! Successes include Harvard, Vanderbilt, Michigan, Emory (Oxford), Rice, Villanova, Tulane, Boston College, Boston University, Northeastern, University of Florida, UNH, UVM, Holy Cross, Notre Dame, Wake Forest, William and Mary, University of Richmond, Davidson, USC, Bucknell, and others.
All school lists developed for our clients are ensured “RIGHT FITS,” including the
”Plan Bs.”
CurtisE College Counselors develop unique and compelling strategies and applications that best reflect your child’s strengths and set them apart. Our comprehensive packages are for students in eighth grade through senior year in high school. See below for details and rates.
CurtisE student admissions essays consistently stand out from the rest. We work with clients to develop topics and bring their unique and compelling voices to their responses. Admissions officers take notice, and the feedback is outstanding. 95% of essay clients have been admitted to their first or second choice schools, with some offering scholarships based on the strength of their essays!
Please see the below for all of the services that we provide. We tailor our services to your needs so that your student thrives in high school and gains admission to their top-choice schools.
When to Start College Counseling The best time to begin college counseling is as early as possible, ideally in your freshman year of high school. Early counseling helps students to:
Explore Interests A college counselor can guide you in discovering your passions and setting academic goals tailored to your unique interests.
Plan for the Future Starting early gives you time to take AP courses, volunteer, and develop a meaningful passion project. These efforts build a strong foundation and make you a more competitive applicant.
Reduce Stress Early preparation leads to a smoother college application process, helping you feel more in control and less overwhelmed as deadlines approach.
Navigate the Recruiting Process With a college counselor, you gain insight into the complex and ever-changing college admissions landscape, including tips for acing each part of the application process.
Starting Later Even if you don’t start until junior year, you can still take steps to strengthen your application. Options include summer test prep courses and applying to programs in your field of interest to boost your candidacy.
Benefits of Starting Early
More options to explore.
Fewer missed deadlines.
Enhanced competitiveness for selective schools.
Starting college counseling early lays a solid groundwork for future success.
Arts College Audition and Application Coaching with J.T Horenstein has led to student acceptances at top performing arts schools such as Julliard, Northwestern University, Yale School of Drama, NYU, University of Michigan, Oklahoma City University, Pace School of Performing Arts, New School of NYC, and The Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
From the critically-acclaimed The Question, written, directed, and choreographed by JT Horenstein
J.T.’s professional credits include:
TV: Dancing with the Stars (ABC/BBC), America's Got Talent (NBC), The Sing Off (NBC), The Academy Awards (ABC), MTV Awards and America's Best Dance Crew (MTV), Skating with the Stars (ABC), One Life to Live (HULU), Winter Olympics, Torino and Vancouver (JT's Choreo won a Gold medal in Men's Figure Skating and Silver in Ice Dancing).
Stage tours: Liza Minelli, Bette Midler, Ricky Martin, Garth Brooks, My Chemical Romance, Lenny Kravitz, Sheryl Crow, Pink Martini, Puddle of Mudd, Kings of Leon, Modest Mouse. Music Videos- Ricky Martin, Garth Brooks, Sean Lennon, Black Eyed Peas, Brian Setzer, Rod Stewart.
Stage: Rocky Horror At Old Globe in San Diego (Best Choreography Nomination), The Question (LA- Lester Horton Nomination), Dancebreak '11 at Ailey Theatre, NY Knicks Shows, CES-Samsung, Hyundai, Nissan, Reebok and 3 years of NIKE Creative direction. Homebase- EDGE Performing Arts center, Hollywood, CA.
is JT Horenstein: Creative Director, Writer, Executive choreographer for TV, stage, film and corporate entertainment
Don't hesitate to contact us to share your goals, information, and questions.
***Independent School Admissions Counseling for day or boarding schools is also available- contact us for more info***
We help develop and manage ALL aspects of the admissions journey, including:
Developing appropriate, best-fit college lists and early admission strategies to maximize admissions chances.
Promptly addressing client questions and tasks as they arise.
Reviewing and adjusting the student’s course of study throughout the high school years.
Providing academic enrichment, study skills development, and academic monitoring. Academic subject and skills-based tutoring packages are also available.
Developing a schedule for taking appropriate standardized tests and discussing test preparation options. SAT and ACT tutoring programs are also available.
Providing advice on extracurricular development.
Advising on letters of recommendation.
Helping obtain internships and summer opportunities.
Preparing students for admissions officer and alum interviews.
Strategize communications with colleges to stand out in the applicant pool.
Managing application materials and timelines.
Brainstorming, outlining, and editing college application essays. CurtisE inspires clients to use their unique voices to craft essays that truly stand out and evoke emotional responses from admissions committees.
Reviewing and perfecting the Common Application.
Helping the student make initial college course/major choices and transition to college.
Assist with financial aid and scholarships.
OPTIONS/RATES:
INDIVIDUAL ADMISSIONS ESSAYS: $200/hr (personal statement, all supplemental essays). Packages available. Our client essays consistently stand out, essential in elevating your admissions chances. Contact us for samples of winning client essays.
ADMISSIONS CONSULTATIONS: $700 for two hours.
FULL-YEAR ADMISSIONS CONSULTING: A year retainer is $6000 for consulting and check-ins covering needs and deadlines to present the best possible admissions case. Includes up to 8 meetings, email/phone communications as needed, interview prep, and our outstanding college essay help.
FULL-YEAR ADMISSIONS COUNSELING: Packages of one to six years are available. A year retainer is $13,500, payable at the outset or in three installments. Includes weekly meetings, immediate inquiry responses, priority turnaround on essays, and 24/7 availability to address needs. Monthly retainer options are available depending on the staff caseload.