Personalized guidance through every step of your college journey
Whether you are just beginning to explore colleges or putting the final touches on your applications, Next Up meets you where you are. From course selection and college lists to essays and interviews, you work with one advisor from start to finish. Someone who knows your story, understands your goals, and guides you with clarity at every step.
Every student is different, so no two plans look the same. Next Up blends thoughtful strategy with genuine mentorship to build a path that is entirely your own. Along the way, you will make smarter decisions, write essays that sound like you, and approach each application with confidence.
The result is a list of colleges where you truly belong, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing you gave it your best.
Level Up
Grades 9 & 10
Build the foundation of your path. Freshman and sophomore years are when smart course selection begins and when students start discovering what they are capable of. Meaningful activities matter just as much as grades, and leadership does not happen by accident. It is built over time. Together we will set the groundwork that makes everything ahead easier.
One Up
Grades 11 & 12
Formalize your application process. These years bring a lot at once, from ACT or SAT prep to securing a summer program or pursuing athletic recruitment. Each is a pivotal moment that deserves close attention. Together we will build a personalized college list that fits you, begin brainstorming your personal statement and supplemental essays, and plan your letters of recommendation. You will also get clear guidance on how to showcase your activities and which application types to pursue.
Rise Up
Four Year Partnership
Build your future from day one. Rise Up brings together everything from Level Up and One Up into one continuous four year partnership. Starting in freshman year, we shape your course selection, activities, and leadership with intention. As you move into junior and senior year, we build your college list, plan for testing, and craft your personal statement and supplements. With one advisor by your side the entire way, every decision builds on the last, and you arrive at application season prepared, confident, and ready to stand out.
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Fill out the short form to schedule your free 20 minute consultation. We will talk through your goals, answer your questions, and find the plan that fits your family.