Our Services

In order to meet the varied needs of clients, E-D-You offers a diverse menu of services. Services can be purchased individually, as a package, or by the hour. Our comprehensive, developmental curriculum is designed to serve freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors. Additionally, we are experienced in working with special situations such as guiding student athletes as well as adult learners. Presently we primarily serve students in Hudson Valley, Northern New York, and the Burlington, Vermont area. We also offer distance options for those residing outside of the service area.

College Prep Plan

This service facilitates the student in understanding academic strengths and talents as well as areas for improvement. Basic college admission strategy is introduced. Receive career education, formulate career goals, learn academic goal-setting and develop college readiness skills.

Admission Plan

The student’s academic career is analyzed from the perspective of a college admissions counselor. Learn appropriateness of current college choices and generate additional school recommendations. Develop a strategy for getting accepted to college.

Application Plan

The student is guided through a comprehensive plan that revolves around motivational goal setting. The student is directed through an organizational process simplifying the completion of college applications.

Testing Plan

The testing plan helps students understand which standardized tests need to be taken. A timeline is developed to ensure all necessary testing is completed for college applications.

Essay Development

Learn how to distinguish yourself through writing. Work one-on-one in developing strong personal statements that get noticed by admissions committees.

Letters of Recommendation

Understand how and who to ask for letters of recommendation. Learn tips in getting a letter that stands out in the college admissions office.

Activities Resume

Using your personal information and accomplishments, a professional style activities resume is generated.

College Visits

Learn how to get the most out of college visits. Plan your trip and understand how to decide if you have found a good fit.

Interview Training

Learn how to deliver an effective college admission interview. Participate in a mock interview and evaluation. Understand the questions admissions counselors ask and answer them with confidence.

Financial Guidance and Scholarship Resources

This service assists families in understanding the financial requirements and resources associated with affording college. Learn how to get the most out of scholarship opportunities. Get help understanding forms and financial aid jargon. Compare financial aid packages and determine where you will get the most for your money.

The above listings are examples of services offered. All services are customized to meet the unique needs of the student.

Our Packages

All packaged programs are customized to meet the needs of the individual student. Packages include one-on-one consulting sessions, research, editing and relationship-building done on the client’s behalf, as well as phone and e-mail support. Consulting sessions are generally conducted through a combination of face-to-face meetings and telephone conferences.

Freshman and Sophomore College Prep Curriculum

Facilitating students in developing the skills as well as the mindset necessary to successfully transition to a higher education learning environment is the focus of the college prep program. Students are advised on course selection, extra-curricular possibilities and basic strategy for college admission. In addition the student is guided through values clarification, academic goal-setting, career education, and the development of self-discipline and responsibility skills. The goal is for the student to develop a clearer picture of who they are, where they want to go, and what it will take to get there.

Junior Curriculum

The focus of the junior year curriculum is finding appropriate college choices and creating specific strategies that favor college admission. Students are advised on standardized testing, visiting colleges, and winning scholarships. Students continue to focus on career goals while developing self discipline and responsibility skills. The goal is for the junior to be in the best possible position going into the application process of senior year.

Senior Curriculum

Seniors are guided through an organizational process involving motivational goal-setting that eases the college application process and leaves no detail unnoticed. This service includes assistance with the full completion of applications including college selection, essays, guidance on letters of recommendation, completion of the activities resume, application supplements, interview skills, and financial guidance. The goal is for seniors to be accepted to an appropriate college of their choice.

Student Athletes

Students wishing to participate in collegiate level athletics are facilitated in understanding NCAA rules and regulations relating to the recruitment process. Learn how to make contact with coaches and promote yourself as an asset to their team. Evaluate specific athletic programs and athletic scholarship offers. Understand the demands and responsibilities of student athletes in higher educational settings.

Adults

It is never too late to begin planning your future. Work with an admissions consultant to clarify career goals. Understand higher education options and financial requirements. Explore scholarship opportunities and develop college readiness skills.

Special Circumstances

E-D-You customizes its services to meets the needs of students in all types of special circumstances including transfer students, those who were wait-listed, those interested in deferment, and those in particular need of specialized guidance.