Feeling Overwhelmed by the College Admissions Maze?

  • You’re hearing advice from every direction—some of it conflicting, much of it vague, all of it overwhelming.

    Friends. TikTok. Reddit. Your sister's co-worker's college advisor.

    And meanwhile, your student is… growing up fast.

    You want to be helpful, not pushy. Strategic, not stressful. Supportive, without micromanaging.

    But the truth is, high school flies by—and too many families don’t realize they’ve missed key opportunities until it’s too late.

What Our Families Say

  • Your support was incredible. You were always so thoughtful in everything you did and helped us set realistic goals in the college selection process. Your honest and no BS approach really helped us navigate through an extremely challenging process.

    Jon K.

  • Working with iCC helped me stay on pace and kept me on a good timeline. I think if I didn't have outside help I would have struggled significantly with my time management as I procrastinated a lot.

    Hayden R.

Let’s Bust Some Myths

Parents voice these misconceptions—Every. Single. Day.
These outdated ideas aren’t just wrong...they're actually harmful.

  • "Be well-rounded."

  • "You need to be a club president or team captain."

  • "Most colleges are test-optional, so testing doesn't matter."

  • "You should take every AP class offered by your school."

  • "College admissions are random."

The truth?
Strategy matters. And starting early gives you options.

That’s where The Insider’s Guide comes in.

The Insider's Guide $19


What’s Inside
The Insider’s Guide

You’ll get four foundational strategies to guide your high school years. Whether you're a freshman, sophomore, or junior, you can implement these moves now and thank yourself later.

✔️Academic Strategy
Understand what rigor really means and how to make smart course selections that support your goals.

✔️ Testing Mindset
Cut through the confusion about SAT vs. ACT and test-optional policies. Learn how to plan for (or skip!) testing strategically.

✔️ Relationship Building
Create meaningful relationships with the adults in your life—they can be advocates, supporters, resources, and yes, even writers of your letters of recommendation someday.

✔️ Extracurricular Involvement
Lean into your interests in a way that will help your applications stand out. Be interesting, take initiative, and make an impact.

Why It Works

✔️ Consultant-grade strategy—not generic or unreliable internet advice
✔️ Designed for busy families—digestible and clear
✔️ Built by a boutique firm that’s helped thousands of students succeed
✔️ Gives your student an easy roadmap without overloading them

This isn’t a checklist or a crash course.
It’s a strategic foundation—one you can refine throughout high school.

We’re Ready to Make Some Moves

Who Can Benefit

Families of 9th, 10th, and 11th graders who…

✔️ Don’t know how to start planning for college admissions
✔️ Worry about how competitive college admissions has become
✔️ Want to plan ahead but can't seem to find the time
✔️ Know this process matters—and want to do it right

Your Price: Just $19

Get instant access to the same foundational playbook we use with private clients paying thousands.
Clear. Concise. Strategic.

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Why in College Consulting?

We’re not influencers or online marketers. We’re a boutique college consulting firm that offers white-glove strategy to families across the U.S.

Our team has helped thousands of students get into colleges they love—without the drama or confusion.

Families come to us when they want:
✔️ Calm, clear guidance
✔️ Strategic answers (not vague advice)
✔️ Premium-level support

The Insider’s Guide is how we’re bringing that clarity to more families—starting with yours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Both! It’s designed to help families work together—with enough strategy for parents and enough autonomy for teens. 

Instant download! Just click the button, and we’ll email you the guide. 

We recommend it for students in 9th–11th grade. If you’re already an incoming senior, check out our Senior Kickstart instead.

Start Strong. Stay Strategic.

Get the foundational framework that sets the tone for your entire high school journey.
No hype. No confusion.
Just a smart, proven system—for $19.

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