Planning for college in the future? Or need help with the college admissions process now?
Whatever your need, we can help. We offer three different programs, which are tailored for each individual teen.
All programs combine personalized attention, a proven system, and extensive resources to help teens and their families plan for college and apply to schools.
All programs guide teens in developing the skills, confidence, and self-reliance they need to get into the college of their choice and to succeed once they get there.
And all programs help teens to remain calm, focused and organized during the process.
College Planning
We offer a range of packages to help teens and their families prepare for college calmly and confidently. Our programs span from 8th through 12th grades.
Admissions Consulting
We provide personalized guidance on selecting schools, preparing applications, and writing application essays.
“When it came to college admissions, working with Blue Stars was an absolute pleasure. Every essay was handcrafted piece by piece, a result of meaningful discussions and rounds of constructive criticism.”
“I was able to stay out of this stressful business and maintain a close and amicable relationship with my teenage daughter.”
“When it came to college admissions, working with Blue Stars was an absolute pleasure. Every essay was handcrafted piece by piece, a result of meaningful discussions and rounds of constructive criticism.”
“I was able to stay out of this stressful business and maintain a close and amicable relationship with my teenage daughter.”
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The New Test-Optional Policy: When to Submit Scores vs. When Not to (Part II)
Blue Stars wants to help parents and students navigate the bumpy terrain in this open-ended landscape. In short, how does an applicant decide when to submit scores to test-optional schools vs. when to skip it?